Baileys Christmas Cocktails: 10 Creamy Holiday Drinks

Editor: Laiba Arif on Feb 13,2025

Along with cozy celebrations, warming fires, and scrumptious delicacies, the holiday season is ideal for wrapping up the cheer with a selection of Baileys Christmas cocktails. Baileys Irish Cream provides a luxuriously creamy mouthfeel and rich flavor to all holiday drinks. 

Whether you're throwing a holiday party or simply want to chill out with a delicious cocktail, such rich, creamy drinks will surely wow everyone. In this blog, let's explore 10 delicious Baileys Christmas cocktails that blend holiday recipe magic and the season's exuberance.

Baileys Hot Chocolate

If you're hunting for winter drink ideas, Baileys Hot Chocolate is the comforting drink of choice. This rich, indulgent cocktail will rock Baileys mouthfeel with hot chocolate warmth—a perfect winter hot drink by the fireplace.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup whole milk
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 2 tbsp cocoa powder
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 1/4 cup Baileys Irish Cream
• Whipped cream and chocolate shavings (for garnish)

Instructions:

• In a small saucepan, combine milk and heavy cream and heat on low.
• Whisk in cocoa powder and sugar until all is dissolved.
• Once hot, remove from the heat and stir in Baileys Irish Cream.
• Pour into a mug or glass and top with whipped cream and shaved chocolate-keep it warm.

This decadent take on classic hot cocoa is great for warming up during a cold winter night. It is also perfect for Christmas dessert cocktails and is guaranteed to keep you feeling both cozy and indulgent. 

Baileys Eggnog

Eggnog is a classic Christmas drink, and combining it with Baileys makes this one of those quirky and yummy Baileys Christmas cocktails. The smooth Irish cream goes well with the spices of traditional Eggnog, creating a creamy, festive cocktail.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 oz Baileys Irish Cream
• 2 oz spiced rum
• 4 oz store-bought eggnog
• Ground nutmeg for garnish

Instructions

• Combine Baileys, spiced rum, and store-bought eggnog in a cocktail shaker with ice.
• Shake well and strain into a glass.
• Sprinkle with ground nutmeg, and serve.

This cocktail is a twist on a classic form and is equally rich in flavor. It literally combines the sweetness of eggnog with the thickness of Baileys. It is a go-to in holiday liqueur recipes that take the usual flavors a notch higher!

Baileys White Russian

Turn up to a series of holiday parties and buy the love of your life with this Baileys twist on the classic White Russian. This creamy cocktail is an indulgent treat packed with the rich flavors of coffee liqueur, vodka, and smooth Baileys.

Ingredients

• 1 oz vodka
• 1 oz coffee liqueur (Kahlua)
• 1 oz Baileys Irish Cream 
• 2 oz heavy cream

Instructions

• Fill a rocks glass with ice.
• Pour vodka and coffee liqueur over the ice.
• Gently stir in Baileys and cream.
• Dust with cinnamon or cocoa powder for an extra festive look.

Velvety, rich, and bold, the Baileys White Russian would easily qualify as one of Baileys best Christmas cocktails. It is perfect for those who enjoy Irish cream cocktails with a coffee kick.

Baileys Irish coffee

One of the best ideas for winter drinks that warm you up and treat you is Baileys Irish Coffee. This indulgent cocktail mixes freshly brewed coffee with Baileys to create a warm, creamy drink, which is perfect for Christmas mornings and after-dinner drinks. 

Ingredients:

• 1 cup freshly brewed coffee
• 1 oz Baileys Irish Cream
• 1 oz Irish whiskey
• Whipped cream (for garnish)

Instructions:

• Brew a cup of strong coffee.
• In a mug, combine coffee, Baileys, and Irish whiskey.
• Stir gently and finish with whipped cream.
• Top with grated chocolate or cinnamon if you like.

This drink is great for those who enjoy the combination of their favorite festive, creamy drinks with something with caffeine.

Baileys Peppermint Martini

There is no festive holiday without the cool, refreshing taste of peppermint, and the Baileys Peppermint Martini is one of the most fun holiday liqueur recipes, combining the indulgent creaminess of Baileys with the crisp peppermint flavor of peppermint schnapps.

Ingredients:

• 1 oz Baileys Irish Cream
• 1 oz vodka
• 1/2 oz peppermint schnapps
• Crushed candy canes for garnish.

Instructions:

• Rim a cocktail glass with the crushed candy canes.
• Combine the Baileys, vodka, and peppermint schnapps in a cocktail shaker with ice.
• Shake vigorously and strain into the prepared martini glass.
• Garnish with a little candy cane for a festive touch.

Add this Baileys Peppermint Martini to your cocktail menu to add some holiday cheer. It has a lovely creamy texture and refreshing flavor, which is great among Christmas dessert cocktails.

Baileys Salted Caramel Martini

For fans of sweets with a salty twist, Baileys Salted Caramel Martini is a luxurious option. This cocktail balances the smoothness of Baileys with the rich and buttery salted caramel flavor and makes for a holiday extravagance. 

Ingredients:

• 1 oz Baileys Salted Caramel
• 1 oz vodka
• 1/2 oz caramel syrup
• Sea salt for garnish

Instructions:

• Rim a martini glass with caramel syrup and dip in sea salt.
• In a shaker, add Baileys Salted Caramel, vodka, and caramel syrup.
• Shake vigorously and strain into the prepared martini glass. 

This drink is an ideal option for those wanting to try Irish cream cocktails with a tinge of caramel decadence.

Baileys Gingerbread Martini

The spiced flavor of gingerbread is a holiday staple, and this Baileys Gingerbread Martini channels that perfectly. Gingerbread works its charm, making this cocktail a wonderful addition to any holiday liqueur recipe collection.

Ingredients:

• 1 oz Baileys Irish Cream
• 1 oz gingerbread liqueur
• 1/2 oz vodka
• Crushed gingerbread cookies (for garnish)

Instructions:

• Wet the rim of a martini glass with water and dip in crushed gingerbread cookies.
• Add Baileys, gingerbread liqueur, and vodka in a shaker with ice.
• Shake well and strain into a prepared glass.

The Baileys Gingerbread Martini is a holiday favorite, fusing festive creamy drinks with gingerbread flavors.

Baileys S'mores Cocktail

Relive the sweet nostalgia of campfire nights with the Baileys S'mores Cocktail, which will satisfy your inner sweet tooth. Rich and chocolaty, this cocktail fits right in with Christmas dessert cocktails and brings the flavors of toasted marshmallows and melted chocolate to your glass.

Ingredients:

• 1 oz Baileys Irish Cream
• 1 oz chocolate liqueur
• 1 oz vodka
• Marshmallow fluff and crushed graham crackers (for garnish)

Instructions:

• Wet the rim of a glass in marshmallow fluff, then dip it in crushed graham crackers.
• Shake the Baileys, chocolate liqueur, and vodka in a shaker and strain into the prepared glass.
• Garnish with a toasted marshmallow.

Baileys Almond Milk Punch

For a dairy-free alternative, Baileys Almond Milk Punch is a lovely twist on the traditional milk punch. This classic cocktail created using Baileys Almande is definitely luscious but light, thanks to its almond milk base. 

Ingredients:

• 1 oz Baileys Almande
• 1 oz bourbon
• 1/2 oz simple syrup
• Nutmeg (for garnish)

Instructions:

• In a shaker, combine Baileys Almande, bourbon, and simple syrup.
• Pour ice and shake well. Strain into a glass over ice.
• Garnish with a sprinkle of nutmeg.

It is a nice, refreshing choice for people who want something festive and creamy but not overly thick, at least for those who want a vegan-style drink.

Baileys Chocolate Mint Martini

This martini is the classic combination of chocolate and mint and the holiday liqueur recipe for the season.

Ingredients:

• 1 oz Baileys Irish Cream
• 1 oz chocolate liqueur
• 1/2 oz peppermint schnapp
• Chocolate shavings (for garnish)

Instructions:

• Mix the Baileys with the chocolate liqueur and peppermint schnapps in a shaker with ice.
• Shake well and strain into a martini glass.
• Garnish with chocolate shavings.

This is a festive change from the usual thickening Christmassy dessert cocktails to a blend of rich flavors with that slight freshness of mint.

Conclusion

These ten Baileys Christmas drinks explore diverse flavors and experiences, perfect for any festive occasion. From popular Irish cream cocktails to ingenious holiday liqueur recipes, find a cocktail to match every mood and moment this holiday season. These creamy-framed drinks with rich flavors, certain to deliver warmth and cheer to Christmas, are the perfect cheers to a wonderful holiday! 

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