Just because it’s time for the holidays doesn’t mean you need to say goodbye to those delicious iced drinks for good. There’s nothing like a cool caramel pumpkin spice shake or an eggnog smoothie to put a pep in your step. Why not try your favorite holiday drinks cold? Say hello to 15 holiday drinks that taste just as amazing over ice.
1. Autumn Apple Sangria: What do fresh apples, cinnamon, brown sugar, orange slices and Crios Malbec wine have in common? They come together to create this sweet elixir. (via Horses and Heels)
2. Apple Cider Bourbon Slushies: Cider, of course, is the season’s must-have drink, and if there’s one thing that makes any drink better it’s a splash of bourbon. ;) (via Spache the Spatula)
3. Blueberry Moscow Mules: Maintain the authentic Moscow Mule taste with a chic copper cup. Why copper? Because Science. Cold copper reacts well with the ginger beer and blueberry vodka, and even enhances the lime juice taste to bring you maximum fizz + flavor. (via Strawberry Blondie Kitchen)
4. Boozy Pumpkin Milkshake: In this case, your milkshake will bring EVERYONE to the yard. (via Broma Bakery)
5. Caramel Apple Sangria: Treat your tastebuds to this delectable fall drink. Hey, adults love candy too. (via The Sweetest Occasion)
6. Vegan Caramel Pumpkin Spice Shake: You won’t want to go back to those PSLs after taking a sip of this magical pumpkin spice concoction. Plus, it’s vegan! (via Blissful Basil)
7. Cranberry Spice Cocktails: If you’re looking for a drink that packs a punch (to your tastebuds), try out this holiday-inspired cocktail. Cinnamon, clove, cardamom and cranberries come together for a flavorful drink. (via The Spice Train)
8. Creamy Vegan Eggnog Smoothie: This smooth blend of frozen bananas, pecans, vanilla, nutmeg and cinnamon will make you feel like you’re home sweet home for the holidays. (via Blissful Basil)
9. Extra Dirty Iced Chai Tea Latte: Start your day off right with chai tea lattes that are sure to kickstart those slow mornings. (via My Sequined Life)
10. Hazelnut Iced Chai Latte Bliss (Dairy-Free): Bliss, indeed. Hazelnut milk and chai tea have never tasted so good. (via Vitamin Sunshine)
11. Holiday Moscow Mule: Cranberries and ginger beer make this Moscow Mule one you won’t forget. (via Hot Beauty Health)
12. Immunity Boosting Frozen Cranberry Orange Smoothie (Vegan): It’s flu season, so bundle up and drink up these deliciously addictive vegan smoothies. (via Cotter Crunch)
13. Quick and Healthy Cranberry Mojitos: Put a holiday spin on a normal mojito with some lip-smacking cranberry juice. (via Baking-Ginger)
14. Spicy Honey and Rooibos Granita Gin and Tonic: For when you need something a little stronger than tea, floral and fruity notes come together in this holiday take on a gin and tonic. (via Drizzle and Dip)
15. Bourbon Cider Sours: All your guests will be asking for the recipe after tasting this chilled fall drink. An apple cider, bourbon and orange juice blend is the perfect way to end an autumn evening. (via Bless Her Heart Y’all)
How many of these iced drinks will you be serving or sipping during the holidays? Let us know your favorite in the comments below!