23 Festive Signature Cocktails for Your Winter Wedding

Holiday Bourbon Cocktail

This super-simple bourbon cocktail by The Beauty Blotter combines bourbon, ginger ale or ginger beer, and cranberry juice for a gorgeous winter drink. Garnish with rosemary and cranberries for a fresh, seasonal look.

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Cranberry Champagne Cocktail

Add a little bit of bubbly to your big day with this Champagne cocktail. Mixing Champagne with the tart flavor of cranberry is the perfect way to celebrate the season.

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Salted Caramel White Russian

Nothing says cozy like the sweet notes of caramel. Combine the flavors of salted caramel, Irish cream, and amaretto for a stunning winter bevy.

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Mulled Wine

Incorporate deep, red notes from your favorite cabernet with orange, cinnamon, clove, and star anise for a comforting cocktail. This is such a simple drink to make ahead of time and serve hot to warm up your guests.

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S’mores Kahlua Cocktail

Bring a bit of coffee flavor to a rich, summer-inspired cocktail. Your guests will love the twist on the classic s’mores flavor, using a deep, rich liqueur for winter.

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Pot o' Gold Cocktail

There’s nothing better than combining a flavorful whiskey with a bit of ginger and honey—unless you add edible gold, too! This cocktail is such an elegant way to serve up the flavors of winter.

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Cranberry-Orange Whiskey Cocktail

Mixing darker liquors like whiskey with a touch of Cointreau is the perfect way to incorporate the bright flavors of citrus during. Garnish this bevy with orange peel, cranberries, and a sprig of fresh thyme for a picture-perfect look.

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Cranberry Cuddle

Warm everyone up with this fun and festive cocktail, which mixes the flavors of seasonal cranberries with dark spices like cinnamon and clove for a great hot cocktail option. This can be prepped ahead of time and served on the spot for wedding guests.

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Pimm’s Winter Cup

The Pimm’s cup is typically a summer drink that uses a gin-based liqueur and is almost always decked out with plenty of fruit garnishes. Put a twist on this sunny classic by mixing up the flavors of fresh orange and cinnamon and serving it hot, as Culinary Ginger suggests.

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Bourbon and Spiced Pear Cocktail

Bring a bit of bourbon to the party. Darker liquors work so well during the winter season, especially when paired with the flavors of pear, orange peel, allspice, and cinnamon.

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Campfire Cocktail

Who says campfires are only for summer? Notes of Baileys, graham cracker, and chocolate can also make for a solid drink, so ask your bartender to serve this option hot or cold depending on your preference.

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Tequila-Spiked Mexican Hot Chocolate

Tequila can often be considered the perfect shooter for warmer months, but try pairing it with hot chocolate to elevate your winter bar options. The flavors of cinnamon and cayenne add the perfect punch of flavor for winter.

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Cinnamon-Rosemary Old-Fashioned

Put a spin on an old classic with this great winter option. A seasonal cinnamon rosemary simple syrup is mixed with bourbon and bitters to make this wonderful winter drink by Salted Plains.

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Pink Peppermint Cocktail

There’s no shame in adding a splash of pink and a little candy to your big day! This drink brings the nostalgic flavors of winter into the mix with candy cane vodka and crème de cacao for a fun addition to the party.

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Apple Hot Buttered Rum

Carry the flavors of fall into winter with bold cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove. Hot buttered rum is a classic winter drink and a delicious way to offer a warm cocktail in a mug for your big day.

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Rosemary Vodka Gimlet

Gimlets are often an easy summer sipper with gin and lime juice. Make a winterized version incorporating the earthy flavors of rosemary and vodka for a unique seasonal spin.

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Boozy Mint Hot Chocolate

Bring your bar selections back to winter basics with hot chocolate—but add a twist! This boozy hot chocolate uses crème de menthe.

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Dirty Chai Martini

The rich flavors and dark spices of chai tea are the perfect base for a winter cocktail. Bring espresso and maple syrup into the mix, and you have the perfect seasonal martini.

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Tom and Jerry Cocktail

Sipping this cocktail is a tradition for many families. Make it the same at your wedding by serving the classic with rum, brandy, and the deep, bold flavor of nutmeg.

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Moscow Reindeer Cocktail

Obsessed with Moscow mules during the summer months? There’s no reason you can’t incorporate your faves into winter! Offer a spin on the summer classic by simply adding candy cane garnish.

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Cranberry-Orange Cocktail

Winter is all about incorporating bright citrus to lift your spirits during those darker months. Highlight this bold winter fruit by combining the flavors of orange, cinnamon, and cranberry all in one gorgeous cocktail.

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Grapefruit-Cardamom Gin Fizz

Gin is known for being a summer month spirit, but that doesn't mean it can't be incorporated into a winter wedding drink. This recipe adds a winter twist by using cardamom-infused gin. The spice combined with the tart grapefruit makes for a unique blend of flavors your guests will love. 

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Classic Hot Toddy

A hot toddy is a perfect drink on a chilly evening. The best part is that the recipe works with a variety of different spirits, so you can pick your favorite for your signature cocktail. Then, top it off with star anise and a cinnamon stick. 

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