Big-Batch Winter Drink Recipes

The winter season is filled with occasions to celebrate in the company of friends, family, and a few good drinks. Keep things simple next time you're entertaining with one -- or several, because more really is merrier -- of these punches, cocktails, and cider drinks that you can make in batches before guests arrive. 

Mulled Wine

Cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves are some of the secrets to this red wine’s perfect-for-winter flavor. The other secret? The fact that it’s served warm.

Who said sangria is just for summer? Give this favorite a winter spin; our recipe features apple as well as citrus, and warming brandy along with red wine. We think it should be a year-round staple. 

When you're looking to please a crowd, it's hard to go wrong with a classic drink like a whiskey sour.

Skip the tea with dessert and treat party guests to post-dinner cocktails. Double -- or triple -- this recipe; make it ahead and reheat just before serving. It's sweet enough to serve as dessert, but don’t let that deter you from serving pie and cookies, too!

Nothing says winter quite like a warm, comforting cup of chai. Combine the spices with apple cider and maple syrup for a new cold-weather classic.

A holiday party without eggnog is, well, not really a holiday party at all, is it? Put a fresh twist on this classic by making a batch of chocolate 'nog. Our recipe has a rich Mexican slant; the creamy cocoa cocktail is spiced with a little chile. Ready for more? Don't miss the rest of our holiday eggnog recipes.

Apple cider, along with cinnamon and ginger, is the key to this warm punch that will instantly winterize any soiree.