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10 Best RumChata Christmas Drinks: Festive Cocktails (2023)

Last Updated on November 25, 2023 by Lydia Martin

When it comes to spreading holiday joy, there’s nothing quite like delicious, great holiday cocktails.

And if you’re looking to add a dash of magic to your holiday festivities, look no further than RumChata Christmas Drinks.

As someone who has indulged in these delicious cocktails, I’m excited to share my top favorites that will undoubtedly make your holiday merrier!

Top 10 Drinks With RumChata For Holiday Season

1. Christmas Cookie Cocktail

Christmas Cookie Cocktail

The Christmas Cookie Cocktail is the perfect way to kick off your holiday festivities, boasting a delightful blend of vanilla and peppermint with a candy cane twist.

“RumChata in hand, the yuletide season feel cozier and more delightful.” – Liquor Laboratory 

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes

Cocktail Ingredients:

  • 2oz RumChata
  • 1oz Vanilla Vodka
  • 2oz almond milk
  • 1oz Peppermint Schnapps
  • Crushed Candy Canes and powdered sugar (for rimming)

Recipe Instructions: Shake RumChata, vanilla vodka, milk, and peppermint schnapps with ice in your cocktail shaker. Dip the glass in powdered sugar and candy canes for the rim and strain the mix.

Serving: 1

Star Rating: ★★★★★

2. RumChata Coconut Snowflake Martini

Two Glasses of RumChata Coconut Snowflake Martini

Sip on the RumChata Coconut Snowflake Martini, a winter wonderland of coconut and blue curacao that will make your RumChata cocktail magical.

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes

Cocktail Ingredients:

  • 1.5oz RumChata
  • 1oz Coconut Rum
  • 1oz Blue Curacao
  • Coconut Flakes
  • Powdered sugar

Recipe Instructions: Shake RumChata, coconut rum, and blue curacao with ice. Now, dip the rim of the martini glass into coconut flakes and powdered sugar, then strain the cocktail.

Serving: 1

Star Rating: ★★★★★

3. White Hot Chocolate RumChata

Glass of White Hot Chocolate RumChata

Warm up your holiday party with the White Hot Chocolate RumChata, a creamy and chocolatey Christmas cocktail that brings comfort – perfect for the holiday season.

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

Cocktail Ingredients:

  • 2oz RumChata
  • 4oz Hot Chocolate
  • Whipped cream (or any dairy cream, like Cool Whip)
  • White chocolate Shavings (for garnish)

Recipe Instructions: Add RumChata to your favorite hot chocolate and top it with whipped cream. Embellish the drink with white chocolate shavings.

Serving: 1

Star Rating: ★★★★★

4. Godiva Chocolate Martini

Glass of Godiva Chocolate Martini

Looking for a decadent dessert cocktail? Indulge in the Godiva Chocolate Martini, a luxurious blend of chocolate and RumChata – perfect for celebrating the season.

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes

Cocktail Ingredients:

  • 1oz RumChata
  • 1oz Godiva Chocolate Liqueur
  • 1oz Vodka (can use cake vodka, if desired)

Recipe Instructions: In your cocktail shakermix RumChata, Godiva Chocolate Liqueur, and vodka with ice. Strain into a chilled Martini glass.

Serving: 1

Star Rating: ★★★★★

5. Peppermint Bark Martini

Glass of Peppermint Bark Martini Drink

This Peppermint Bark Martini exudes a velvety combination of creamy RumChata and cool Crème de menthe. This Christmas cocktail is like a winter wonderland in a glass.

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes

Cocktail Ingredients:

  • 1oz RumChata
  • 1oz Crème de menthe
  • 1 oz White Chocolate Liqueur
  • Crushed Peppermint Candy (for garnish)

Recipe Instructions: Shake RumChata, Crème de menthe, and white chocolate liqueur with ice—strain into a chilled martini glass and garnish with crushed peppermint candy.

Serving: 1

Star Rating: ★★★★★

6. RumChata Hot Cocoa

Close Up Image of RumChata Hot Cocoa

Cozy up by the fireplace with a RumChata Hot Cocoa, a delightful RumChata cocktail full of creaminess and rich hot chocolate goodness.

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

Cocktail Ingredients:

  • 2oz RumChata
  • 6oz Hot Cocoa
  • Mini Marshmallows

Recipe Instructions: Stir RumChata into your hot cocoa drink and top with mini marshmallows.

Serving: 1

Star Rating: ★★★★★

7. Peppermint Bark RumChata White Russian

A holiday twist on the classic cocktail recipe, the Peppermint Bark RumChata White Russian combines the creaminess of RumChata with the coolness of peppermint.

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes

Cocktail Ingredients:

  • 1oz RumChata
  • 1oz Vodka
  • 1oz Peppermint Schnapps
  • Half-and-Half Cream (can use whipped cream or any dairy cream)
  • Crushed Peppermint Candy
  • Chocolate syrup

Recipe Instructions: Mix the first three ingredients over ice. Add half-and-half cream to taste, drizzle chocolate syrup, and garnish with crushed peppermint candy.

Serving: 1

Star Rating: ★★★★☆

8. Salted Caramel RumChata Egg Nog

Glass of Salted Caramel RumChata Egg Nog

The Salted Caramel RumChata Egg Nog cocktail is a sweet and scrumptious delight, with notes of caramel and sea salt for a RumChata cocktail treat.

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes

Cocktail Ingredients:

  • 2oz RumChata
  • 4oz Egg Nog (much better if you can use homemade eggnog)
  • Caramel Sauce (can use chocolate sauce as a substitute)
  • Sea Salt, garnish

Recipe Instructions: Mix RumChata and Egg Nog. Drizzle caramel sauce inside the cocktail glass before pouring, then sprinkle with sea salt.

Serving: 1

Star Rating: ★★★★☆

9. Amaretto Egg Nog

Glass of Amaretto Egg Nog

Amaretto Egg Nog is one of the best Egg Nog recipes – a fun, creamy, and dreamy Christmas cocktail oozing with the rich flavors of Amaretto and RumChata.

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

Cocktail Ingredients:

  • 1oz RumChata
  • 1oz Amaretto
  • 4oz Egg Nog
  • Ground Nutmeg (for garnish)

Recipe Instructions: Combine RumChata, Amaretto, and Egg Nog. Sprinkle the drink with ground nutmeg for that extra holiday touch.

Serving: 1

Star Rating: ★★★★☆

10. Cinnamon Toast Crunch Shot

Glasses of Cinnamon Toast Crunch Shot

Have two or three shots of this holiday cocktail that takes you back to childhood with a twist. With friends, this Cinnamon Toast Crunch Shot, made with simple ingredients, is a must-try!

“RumChata is not cheap!” – Tom Maas, CEO of Agave Loco & Creator of RumChata

Prep Time: 2 minutes

Total Time: 2 minutes

Cocktail Ingredients:

  • 1oz RumChata
  • 1oz Fireball Whisky
  • Cinnamon sugar or any powdered sugar (for rimming)

Recipe Instructions: Combine RumChata and Fireball Whisky in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake and strain into your shot glass rimmed with powdered sugar.

Serving: 1

Star Rating: ★★★★☆

FAQs

How do you make a Christmas drink with RumChata? 

Making a Christmas drink with RumChata [1] is a breeze! Mix RumChata with other spirits or ingredients, like pudding mix, hot cocoa, almond milk, peppermint schnapps, sweetened condensed milk, powdered sugar, or amaretto (depending on the cocktail recipe) to create a delightful holiday drink.

What are the flavors of the RumChata holiday? 

RumChata boasts a creamy and smooth flavor profile with notes of vanilla, cinnamon, and a hint of rum. It’s like a delicious holiday dessert in a bottle.

What is traditionally drunk at Christmas? 

Traditional Christmas drinks vary by culture, but some classics include eggnog, mulled wine [2], and hot chocolate. However, adding RumChata to your holiday shots is a modern twist that’s sure to be a hit!

Final Say

In the spirit of the season, RumChata Christmas cocktails provide a delightful way to celebrate the holidays.

Whether you’re sipping on a Christmas Cookie cocktail, indulging in a Peppermint Bark Martini, or cozying up with a Hot Chocolate RumChata, all these cocktails are a festive embrace of the season’s flavors.

References:

  1. https://www.cnbc.com/2017/09/15/rumchata-founder-on-creating-the-no-1-spirit-brand-on-social-media.html
  2. https://www.today.com/food/what-mulled-wine-t142553

Lydia Martin

Lydia Martin hails from Redmond, Washington, where you’ll find some of the best cocktail bars and distilleries that offer a great mix of local drinks. She used to work as a bar manager in Paris and is a self-taught mixologist whose passion for crafting unique cocktails led her to create Liquor Laboratory. Lydia can whip up a mean Margarita in seconds! Contact at [email protected] or learn more about us here or feel free to give Lydia a tip.

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