CHRISTMAS DRINKS AROUND THE WORLD

COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE

By: FOOD DRINK LIFE

If you’re tired of the usual cider and hot chocolate, these holiday drinks from around the world will warm you up.

Christmas drinks around the world

01

This red wine drink is steeped with spices and citrus and is a staple holiday drink in many countries.

EUROPE:  MULLED WINE

02

Parisian “chocolat chaud” is made with hot milk and dark chocolate.

France:  chocolat chaud

03

Made with hibiscus, ginger,  rum, cinnamon and allspice, this Caribbean drink is enjoyed during the festive season.

Jamaica: sorrel

04

This drink is enjoyed in Russia, Ukraine and other Slavic countries. It's made by boiling sugar and fresh or dried fruits in water.

RUSSIA: KOMPOT

05

This drink is enjoyed in Russia, Ukraine and other Slavic countries. It's made by boiling sugar and fresh or dried fruits in water.

UNITED STATES: EGGNOG

06

Swedish lingonberry punch is made by cooking lingonberries with apple juice, spices, raisins and almonds. It’s then mixed with herbal aquavit.

SWEDEN:  LINGONBERRY PUNCH

07

Coquito is a Puerto Rican holiday drink similar to eggnog with a tropical twist. It features dark rum, spices and coconut milk.

PUERTO RICO: COQUITO

08

Sangria is enjoyed cold year-round. At the holidays, spiced sangria is made with apple cider and served warm. 

SPAIN: HOT MULLED WINE

09

Irish coffee is made with hot coffee, sugar and a splash of whiskey. It gets a thick layer of cream on top.

IRELAND: IRISH COFFEE

10

A ginger cinnamon tea with jujube and persimmons is a staple of Korean holidays like Lunar New Year and Chuseok.

KOREA:  SUJEONGGWA