12 Hot Christmas Drinks Non-Alcoholic

Warm, cozy, and festive, non-alcoholic Christmas drinks are perfect for everyone — from kids to adults looking for a comforting beverage.

These 12 hot Christmas drinks are easy to make, flavorful, and full of holiday cheer.

1. Hot Chocolate

A rich, creamy favorite topped with marshmallows or whipped cream.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups milk

• 2 tbsp cocoa powder

• 2 tbsp sugar

• Marshmallows or whipped cream

Instructions:

1. Heat milk in a saucepan.

2. Whisk in cocoa and sugar until smooth.

3. Pour into mugs and top with marshmallows or whipped cream.

2. Peppermint Hot Chocolate

A minty twist on classic hot chocolate for a festive touch.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups milk

• 2 tbsp cocoa powder

• 2 tbsp sugar

• ½ tsp peppermint extract

• Crushed candy cane for garnish

Instructions:

1. Heat milk and whisk in cocoa, sugar, and peppermint extract.

2. Serve with whipped cream and crushed candy cane on top.

3. Cinnamon Apple Cider

Sweet apple cider warmed with cozy cinnamon sticks.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups apple cider

• 2 cinnamon sticks

• Orange slices (optional)

Instructions:

1. Heat apple cider with cinnamon sticks until warm.

2. Serve in mugs with an orange slice.

4. Gingerbread Latte (Non-Alcoholic)

A sweet, spiced coffee alternative for the holidays.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup milk

• 1 tsp molasses

• ¼ tsp ground ginger

• ¼ tsp cinnamon

• ½ cup strong brewed coffee or coffee alternative

Instructions:

1. Heat milk with molasses and spices.

2. Pour over coffee and stir.

3. Top with whipped cream.

5. Vanilla Chai Latte

Warm and aromatic chai infused with vanilla.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup water

• 1 chai tea bag

• ½ cup milk

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 tsp honey

Instructions:

1. Steep chai tea bag in hot water for 5 minutes.

2. Heat milk separately and mix with chai.

3. Add vanilla and honey, serve warm.

6. Hot Buttered Caramel Milk

A decadent, sweet treat for cozy nights.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups milk

• 2 tbsp caramel sauce

• 1 tsp butter

• Whipped cream

Instructions:

1. Heat milk with caramel and butter.

2. Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream.

7. Spiced Orange Hot Chocolate

Chocolate meets citrus with a touch of cinnamon for a festive flavor.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups milk

• 2 tbsp cocoa powder

• 2 tbsp sugar

• Zest of ½ orange

• Pinch of cinnamon

Instructions:

1. Heat milk with cocoa, sugar, orange zest, and cinnamon.

2. Stir and serve with whipped cream or chocolate shavings.

8. Warm Cranberry Punch

A tart, fruity punch that’s perfect for winter evenings.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cranberry juice

• 1 cup orange juice

• 1 cinnamon stick

• Orange slices

Instructions:

1. Combine juices and cinnamon in a pot.

2. Heat gently for 10–15 minutes.

3. Serve warm with orange slices.

9. Hot Mulled Apple Punch

A spiced, sweet apple beverage ideal for large gatherings.

Ingredients:

• 3 cups apple juice

• 2 cinnamon sticks

• 4 cloves

• 1 orange (sliced)

Instructions:

1. Heat all ingredients in a pot on low for 15 minutes.

2. Remove cloves and serve with orange slices.

10. Chocolate Peppermint Milk

A creamy chocolate milk with festive peppermint flavor.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups milk

• 2 tbsp cocoa powder

• 1 tbsp sugar

• ½ tsp peppermint extract

Instructions:

1. Heat milk with cocoa, sugar, and peppermint.

2. Pour into mugs and optionally top with whipped cream.

11. Hot Apple Ginger Drink

Apple and fresh ginger make this a warming, slightly spicy drink.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups apple juice

• 1-inch ginger slice

• 1 cinnamon stick

Instructions:

1. Heat apple juice with ginger and cinnamon for 10–15 minutes.

2. Strain and serve warm.

12. Coconut Hot Chocolate

A creamy, tropical twist on classic hot chocolate.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup coconut milk

• 1 cup regular milk

• 2 tbsp cocoa powder

• 2 tbsp sugar

• Whipped cream

Instructions:

1. Heat coconut milk and regular milk with cocoa and sugar.

2. Stir until smooth.

3. Serve with whipped cream on top.