Christmas shots at your holiday party. THIS IS HAPPENING.
Welcome to the most festive, fun, crowd-pleasing, must-have-it-NOW cocktail menu. It is everything you want a party drink to be: packed with flavor, just enough kick to keep it interesting, sweet but also strong, with that signature holiday vibe.
Pass them around to your favorite people with a side of good cheer and you are in Christmas biz-ness.
2. Snowball Shooter
A Snowball Shooter is not as visually striking as some other options on this list, but the flavor is pure holiday happiness. To make them, you will combine three classic Christmas flavors: brandy, white crème de cacao, and peppermint schnapps.
The resulting flavor is rich and warm, packed with both chocolate and mint.
Even though it has a plain appearance, this is truly a Peppermint Patty in a shot glass. It’s truly a challenge to find a better Christmas treat.
3. Festive Cake Batter Shots
These cake batter shots are chocolatey, spiced, and delightfully sweet. Thanks to the Marshmallow Fluff, each one is creamy and thick.
They may look just like glasses full of milk, but the flavor is a spectacular surprise. I like to dress these up with green and red sprinkles on the glass rims to give them that festive Christmas spirit.
Feel free to add a decadent dollop of whipped cream on the tops, too. No matter how you choose to decorate them, your guests will absolutely love them.
4. Santa Panties
With a luscious creamy white layer on top of a feisty red bottom, this is exactly what I imagine Santa’s underwear would look like! It’s so cute!
In all seriousness, though, that is exactly how these layered shots appear! They are fun, festive, and taste truly fantastic.
The combination features RumChata, Kahlua, and grenadine in every shot. They are rich and fruity, boasting a delicate touch of spiced delight. If you are a fan of cinnamon, I can guarantee these shots will be a new favorite.
5. Cosmo Shot
A classic Cosmopolitan is hard to beat no matter what time of year it is. However, sometimes you are looking for something stronger and a bit smaller. That’s why you should go with these Cosmo shots instead of a traditional sipper.
The same tart and invigorating flavor of the original is here. It is just presented in a more potent, smaller package.
I will tell you that I like my shots strong, so I always increase the amount of vodka. It gives them a slightly more bitter flavor, but they definitely hit the spot a lot faster.
6. Mistletoe Shots
The bright green color of these Mistletoe Shots is what first grabs my attention, but the total presentation is next level. You add sanding sugar, whipped cream, mint leaves, and Red Hots to really make them pop.
It takes a small amount of time to perfect the look. However, you will be whipping them out in minutes once you get the hang of it.
Decorating the glass rims is extremely easy, and adding the Red Hots and mint leaf garnishes is not very difficult either.
These are the perfect choice if you want to impress your crowd with an effortless tray of easy-to-make drinks.
7. Cranberry Kamikaze Shots
Do you enjoy the bittersweet and bright flavor of the Cosmo shot but prefer something a little less boozy? Then, the Cranberry Kamikaze Shots are precisely what you need in your life!
They use many of the same ingredients as the Cosmo, like cranberry juice, vodka, and triple sec. The difference is the Kamikaze has a lot less alcohol and much more fruit juice.
It is significantly tarter, which is thanks to the much higher amount of lime juice.
This is definitely a drink that will make you say, “Wow!” or maybe just a powerful, “Whoa!” whenever you take a taste of something that puckers your mouth.
8. Cranberry Jell-O Shots
If you want something lighter, brighter, and less intensely sweet, check out the Cranberry Jell-O Shots. Each one is tangy and tart, tasting exactly like cranberry Jell-O.
After all, that’s pretty much what each shot is! Of course, you do add a nice portion of vodka, but it does not really change the delightful cranberry flavor.
You can add sugared cranberries to the top if you want to make them look more appealing and add a little bit of sweetness. Even without that addition, they are always a favorite party shot to serve your friends.
9. Christmas Shots (Fun & Festive)
These drinks are grinchy green, tangy, tart, and have a small tropical element. The drinks themselves only require two ingredients: coconut rum and Hawaiian Punch.
You will want to dip the rim in corn syrup and sprinkles to give them an adorable flair. These are absolutely perfect if you want something with a good kick and a whole lot of flavor.
10. Pumpkin Pie Pudding Shots
These luscious, dense pumpkin pie shots are excellent for Christmas or Thanksgiving. Honestly, you could even get them out for Halloween if you felt like it!
They are creamy either way and bursting with pumpkin spice deliciousness. The best part is you can make up to 50 of them in just about ten minutes!
Remember that you need to chill them before they are ready to serve. Break out this recipe whenever you need a sensational seasonal dessert drink.
11. Tipsy Santa Shooters (Layered Christmas Shot)
Tipsy Santa Shooters look exactly like the Santa Panties shot, but you simply omit the Kahlua. Leaving out the Kahlua gives the flavor a brighter, more dominant cinnamon note.
However, they are still just as easy to make and delicious. Plus, you can have them ready to go in five minutes or maybe even less.
12. Santa Hat Jell-O Shots
I know, right? These Santa Hat Jell-O Shots are the most precious thing ever! They genuinely look like adorable, tiny Santa hats! You will top strawberry Jell-O shots with whipped cream and strawberries.
They are quite easy to put together, too. They’re fruity and bright and perfectly festive for the holiday season.
I feel like if Mrs. Claus were throwing a party, these are exactly the Christmas shots she would choose to make.
13. Candy Cane Jell-O Shots
These minty, sweet Jell-O shots truly resemble candy canes sitting in a glass. They are as tasty as they look and incredibly simple to prepare. You can get a whopping 16 shots ready in under an hour.
You might think they are tricky to make, but all you have to do is tilt the glasses to the side while the Jello is setting.
Give these a shot! Even if you don’t get the layers absolutely perfect, they will still taste amazing.
But be careful not to make and drink too many yourself! That is a fast way to find yourself tipsy.
14. Chocolate Chip Cookie Shooters
These alcohol-free shooters are a fun option for every person in the family. Personally, I like to think Santa’s merriment comes entirely from his heart and not from imbibing too often.
If that’s the case, I imagine his shots look exactly like these. A shot glass filled with milk and all the ingredients for a buttery chocolate chip cookie.
These are a refined, fun way to enjoy the classic Christmas milk and cookies. Plus, they ensure the children can participate in the fun with a special drink of their own.
