Holiday Cocktail Recipes: Add Whipped Cream and Foams to Your Festive Drinks

The best holiday cocktail recipes taste great and look amazing, too. Whether you’re mixing drinks behind a bar or at your kitchen counter, using whipped cream and foams can transform your cocktails into something special. With a whipped cream dispenser and N₂O chargers, you can create smooth, stable textures that elevate flavor and presentation in seconds. 

These Christmas holiday cocktail recipes are built around that idea. Each one includes a topping or element that can be made using a CreamRight whipped cream dispenser, so you can create bar-quality drinks that impress guests all season long. 

 

1. Peppermint Mocha Martini

This dessert-style martini brings together coffee, chocolate, and peppermint for a smooth, indulgent sip. 

Ingredients: 

• 1 oz vodka (or whipped cream flavored vodka for a sweeter twist) 
• 1 oz coffee liqueur 
• 1 oz crème de cacao 
• 1 oz peppermint schnapps 
• 1 oz heavy cream 
• Whipped cream (made in a dispenser with N₂O chargers) 
• Crushed candy cane for garnish 

Instructions: Shake the liquors and cream with ice, strain into a chilled martini glass, and top with whipped cream from your dispenser. Garnish with crushed candy cane for a festive finish. 

 

2. Gingerbread Espresso Martini

This cozy cocktail combines rich espresso with warming spice and a light, aromatic foam. 

Ingredients: 

• 1.5 oz vodka 
• 1 oz coffee liqueur 
• 1 oz espresso 
• 0.5 oz gingerbread syrup 
• 2 oz foam mixture (espresso + syrup + splash of cream) 

Instructions: Shake the liquids with ice and strain into a coupe glass. Prepare the foam mixture in your dispenser, charge with N₂O, and shake well. Dispense the foam over the drink and dust with cinnamon or nutmeg.

 

3. Spiced Eggnog Flip 

A lighter take on a holiday staple, finished with a creamy eggnog foam for a modern twist. 

Ingredients: 

• 1.5 oz bourbon 
• 1 oz cream or milk 
• 1 oz simple syrup 
• 1 oz eggnog mixture (for foam) 
• Fresh nutmeg 

Instructions: Mix the foam ingredients in your dispenser, charge, and shake to combine. Shake the remaining ingredients with ice, strain into a coupe, and top with a layer of eggnog foam. Sprinkle nutmeg on top.

 

4. Candy Cane White Russian 

A classic cocktail gets a peppermint upgrade with a smooth whipped cream topping. 

Ingredients: 

• 2 oz vodka (or whipped cream flavored vodka) 
• 1 oz coffee liqueur 
• 2 oz heavy cream 
• 0.25 oz peppermint schnapps 
• Whipped cream (from dispenser) 
• Crushed candy cane for garnish 

Instructions: Build the drink over ice, stir gently, and top with whipped cream from your dispenser. Finish with crushed candy cane for a holiday-ready presentation. 

 

5. Winter Citrus Gin Fizz 

Bright and refreshing, this cocktail features a zesty citrus foam that balances the gin and lemon. 

Ingredients: 

• 1.5 oz gin 
• 0.75 oz lemon juice 
• 0.75 oz simple syrup 
• 1 oz orange juice 
• 1 oz foam base (lemon + syrup + water) 

Instructions: Shake the gin, juices, and syrup with ice, strain into a tall glass, and top with citrus foam made in your dispenser. Add a lemon twist or dehydrated orange slice for garnish. 

 

6. Irish Cream Hot Chocolate 

A comforting, warm cocktail with a rich layer of whipped cream on top, this is the perfect choice for cold nights. 

Ingredients: 

• 1 cup milk 
• 2 oz Irish cream liqueur 
• 1 oz chocolate syrup 
• Whipped cream (from dispenser) 
• Cocoa powder for garnish 

Instructions: Heat the milk and chocolate syrup, then stir in the Irish cream. Pour into a mug and finish with freshly dispensed whipped cream. Dust with cocoa powder or shaved chocolate. 

 

7. Cranberry Bourbon Sour with Foam 

Tart cranberry and bright citrus are balanced by a light, foamy topping for an elegant finish. 

Ingredients: 

• 2 oz bourbon 
• 1 oz cranberry juice 
• 0.75 oz lemon juice 
• 0.75 oz simple syrup 
• 1 oz cranberry foam base (cranberry juice + syrup) 

Instructions: Shake the liquids with ice and strain into a glass. In your dispenser, combine the cranberry foam base, charge with N₂O, and shake. Dispense a layer of foam on top and garnish with fresh cranberries. 

 

8. Toasted Marshmallow Martini 

Sweet and nostalgic, this cocktail captures the flavor of fireside treats. 

Ingredients: 

• 2 oz vanilla vodka 
• 1 oz cream liqueur 
• 1 oz milk or half-and-half 
• 0.5 oz toasted marshmallow syrup 
• Marshmallow foam (made in dispenser) 

Instructions: Shake the vodka, liqueur, and milk with ice, strain into a martini glass, and top with marshmallow foam from your dispenser. Garnish with mini toasted marshmallows or a graham cracker rim. 

 

9. Sparkling Pomegranate Mule 

A fruit-forward take on the classic mule, featuring a bright and bubbly foam. 

Ingredients: 

• 1.5 oz vodka 
• 0.5 oz lime juice 
• 1 oz pomegranate juice 
• Ginger beer 
• Pomegranate foam (from dispenser) 

Instructions: Fill a copper mug with ice, add vodka, lime, and pomegranate juice, and top with ginger beer. Finish with pomegranate foam dispensed on top. Garnish with mint and pomegranate seeds.

 

10. Sugar Cookie Cream Shot

This party favorite doubles as a dessert, thanks to its whipped cream topping. 

Ingredients: 

• 1 oz whipped cream flavored vodka 
• 1 oz Irish cream liqueur 
• 0.5 oz amaretto 
• Whipped cream (from dispenser) 
• Holiday sprinkles 

Instructions: Shake the liquids with ice, strain into a shot glass, and top with whipped cream. Add sprinkles for a colorful, festive touch. 

 

Bringing Professional Texture to Your Holiday Cocktails 

What makes these holiday cocktail recipes special is the use of a whipped cream dispenser and N₂O chargers. These tools let you quickly create whipped creams and foams that hold their shape, blend flavors evenly, and give your drinks a polished finish. 

A few quick tips for success: 

• Chill your dispenser and ingredients before using for better consistency. 
• Use N₂O chargers for stable foams that last longer. 
• Experiment with flavored creams or syrups for variety. 
• Clean the dispenser thoroughly between uses to preserve flavor quality. 

With these techniques, anyone can make bar-quality drinks right at home. From foamy espresso martinis to whipped cream-topped dessert cocktails, your guests will notice the difference. 

 

Stock Up for the Season 

These Christmas holiday cocktail recipes rely on tools you can easily find at CreamRight: professional-grade whipped cream dispensers, N₂O chargers, and accessories for both home and commercial use. With the right setup, you can create consistent textures, stable foams, and a beautiful presentation every time. 

If you’re ready to mix drinks with whipped cream flavored vodka, experiment with flavored foams, or serve cocktails that look like they came from a craft bar, now’s the time to stock up. 

Get your supplies at CreamRight and start creating unforgettable holiday cocktails today.