Sip smarter this season with the top 20 light holiday cocktail recipes from bloggers. These vegan festive drinks are lower in alcohol, sugar, and fat—perfect for holiday entertaining without the heaviness.
Top 20 Light Holiday Cocktail Recipes (Low-Sugar, Vegan & Festive Drinks)
Are you looking for a special alcoholic beverage for your holiday cocktail menu that’s packed with flavor and intrigue, yet a bit lighter in sugar, alcohol, and fat? I’ve got you covered here with a collection of 20 Holiday Healthy Cocktails, which are 100% plant-based and 100% delicious. I know that I’m not a big fan of heavy cocktails, loaded down with added sugars, sweet ingredients, cream, calories, and too much booze. I favor those alcoholic drinks with a healthier feel, including ingredients like herbs, fruits, citrus, vegetables, and sparkling waters to give them a light as a feather touch. And this collection of healthy Christmas cocktails and New Year’s cocktails certainly won’t weigh you down!
The holiday season calls for celebratory drinks—but they don’t have to be overly sweet or heavy to feel special. This curated roundup of the Top 20 Light Holiday Cocktail Recipes features refreshing, festive beverages from top bloggers (including me!), each designed to be lighter in alcohol, sugar, and fat while still delivering vibrant flavor. From citrus-forward sips and sparkling cocktails to herb-infused and fruit-driven creations, these lighter holiday drinks are perfect for mindful entertaining. Whether you’re hosting a party, planning a cozy gathering, or simply looking for healthier cocktail ideas, this collection offers delicious ways to raise a glass and celebrate the season with balance and joy.
Cheers!
Sharon
20 Holiday Healthy Cocktails
Berry Vodka Cocktail, Amy Katz, Veggies Save The Day
Christmas Tree Pine Cordial Cocktail, Ginger Hultin, MS, RD, Champagne Nutrition (shown above)
Cranberry Moscow Mule, Elena Szeliga, Healthy Kitchen (shown above)
Cranberry Orange Margarita, Veronika Sykorova, The Healthful Ideas
Cucumber Herb Champagne Sparkler, Sharon Palmer, MSFS, RDN, The Plant-Powered Dietitian (shown above)
Fall Sangria with Apple Cider & Bourbon, Anne Mauney, MS, RD, Fannetastic Food
Frosé, Sophia Tsoukas DeSantis, Veggies Don’t Bite (shown above)
Green Apple Irish Mule, Leanne Combden, Crumb To Baking (shown above)
Hibiscus Gin Fizz, Molly Kumar, Easy Cooking With Molly
Holiday Moscow Mule, Sarah McMinn, My Darling Vegan (shown above)
Holiday Prosecco Punch, Brynn McDowell, RD, The Domestic Dietitian (shown above)
Matcha Mint Julep, Candice Walker, Proportional Plate (shown above)
Orange Julius Cocktail, Rebecca Pytell, Strength and Sunshine
Pomegranate Ginger Sparkler, Sharon Palmer, MSFS, RDN, The Plant-Powered Dietitian (shown above)
Pomegranate Margarita, Veronika Sykorova, The Healthful Ideas (shown above)
Skinny Rosewater Pomegranate Champagne Cocktail, Molly Kumar, Easy Cooking With Molly (shown above)
Snowflake Cocktail, Sharon Palmer, MSFS, RDN, The Plant-Powered Dietitian (shown above)
Strawberry Kombucha Daiquiri, Lindsey Pine MS, RD, Tasty Balance Nutrition
Strawberry Thyme Vodka Spritzer, Sophia Tsoukas DeSantis, Veggies Don’t Bite (shown above)
White Christmas Bourbon Smash, Emily Cooper, RD, Sinful Nutrition
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