15 Christmas Martinis To Shake Up Your Holiday Parties

Most of the year, we’re happy for our martinis to be classic—gin or vodka and dry vermouth in certain proportions (usually 2 1/2 oz. alcohol to 1/2 oz. vermouth), with a simple lemon peel or olive as garnish. Around Christmas, though? We crave super-decadent versions, full of seasonal flavors and topped with fun, elaborate garnishes. Intrigued? Check out our 15 Christmas martinis to see what we’re talking about. These boozy treats will keep you feeling festive all season long.

Unlike a classic martini, many of these recipes are more like sweet, drinkable versions of all our favorite holiday treats. Love peppermint bark? Try our peppermintinis. More of a cookie fan? We’ve got a sugar cookie martini and a caramel snickerdoodle martini calling your name. Feeling fruity? Try our lemon drop martini or our pomegranate martini. Chocolate lover? Try our snowflake martini or our chocolate martini. Pie person? Try our pecan pie martini or our banana cream pie martini. As you can see, the sky is kind of the limit with what Christmas flavors you can turn into a boozy treat. Just don’t skip the garnishes! 'Tis the season for sprinkles, and they take these drinks over the top in the best, most festive way possible.

Want more sweet Christmas inspiration? Check out our favorite winter treats, our top easy holiday desserts, and our favorite Christmas cookies too.