Christmas is a time of joy, gift-giving, and family unity. Without the warmth of family gatherings, Christmas loses much of its sparkle. For many, the holiday is a cherished tradition that strengthens family bonds. These celebrations create enduring memories, offering something to anticipate and shaping the development of young minds.
Preparing a Christmas feast can be quite a task, as there are numerous details to consider. While adults may enjoy cocktails and wine throughout the day, it's important to remember the younger guests and those who prefer non-alcoholic beverages. They too deserve festive drinks that are filled with the same level of excitement and enchantment.
Continue reading to discover some of the most delightful festive beverages suitable for children and non-drinkers. With the perfect playlist in place, your Christmas celebration is sure to be a delightful affair.
Strawberry Hot Chocolate
There’s no better way to enjoy the day than with the smell of hot chocolate. Chocolate’s appeal comes from its rich, chocolatey aromas, as well as the pleasant recollections of youth evoked by such smells. And with strawberries added to it, it could be the best homemade recipe for you.
All you need is strawberries puree; mix it with some milk and white chocolate on low heat. Wait until the chocolate is fully melted, and you are ready to enjoy this delicious hot chocolate drink! You can always add more strawberries, if you want to.
Sugar Cookie Coffee
Everyone loves cookies. Cookies are like a delicious, crunchy, chewy canvas waiting to be painted with whatever you can think of. This drink is suitable as the combination of cookie and coffee is just perfect – not too strong and not too sweet.
You simply need to brew the coffee with any coffee machine and prepare the creamer on the stovetop. Combine white chocolate chips, vanilla syrup, and almond extract. The creamer formula can be quadrupled, halved, quartered, and so on, giving it a lot of versatility. Stir frequently until the white chocolate chips have melted.
Pour the coffee in a cup, add the sugar cookie, and you are good to go. You can always top it with whipped cream and a dash of cinnamon to add to that Christmas vibe. It’s a terrific beverage to make for a large group at a holiday gathering.
Frozen Blackberry Smoothie
The list will not be complete without a healthy drink for you to enjoy with your family. This frozen blackberry smoothie will help you stay healthy and nourished. With banana, stem ginger, and pomegranate juice, it’s deliciously sweet and tangy.
Simply mix some frozen blackberries, banana, stem ginger, and pomegranate juice into a blender with some ice cubes. Blend it until it is thick and smooth enough to your liking. Garnish with a sprig of thyme and a frozen blackberry. You can also keep it in your fridge if you enjoy cold drinks.
Gingerbread Latte
Nothing beats the smell of ginger during Christmas. Wafting in the scent of gingerbread while going past a kitchen or market says “holidays” like nothing else. Enjoy this sweet and creamy gingerbread latte with spices and whipped cream. You can also have it with or without an espresso shot.
Combine ground ginger, cinnamon, ground nutmeg, sugar, and vanilla extract in a bowl. Together with some milk, heat the mixture until the sugar dissolves. Pour in a cup and top with whipped cream and a mini gingerbread man to serve. If you prefer some espresso, just add the shots according to your preference.
Sweet Adeline
It’s not difficult to make a delicious tea drink, and Sweet Adeline is a great example. On those cold winter evenings when you’re confined inside, this drink recipe is warm, cozy, and a treat. To make this drink, which is made with fresh pomegranate juice and homemade cinnamon syrup, you will need black tea with a spiced orange blend, hot water, and a cinnamon stick.
What you have to do to enjoy this tea is to mix the pomegranate juice and cinnamon syrup in a mug. Then add in the tea bag with some hot water. Lastly, you can garnish the drink with a cinnamon stick before serving. It is as easy as that.
Egg Cream
You must think about how an egg can be made a drink? Sounds odd but rest assured there is no egg included in the recipe. It is made with only three simple ingredients: milk, seltzer water, and chocolate-flavored syrup.
As you start mixing the drink, you need to put an empty serving glass in the freezer because you must ensure that the glass is icy cold before mixing the drink. After that, fill the chilled glass halfway with cold milk and the seltzer until the white head reaches the top of the glass. Finally, add the syrup, and you can enjoy your homemade egg cream.