Whether you’re a fan of a good, old-fashioned eggnog, a cup of spiked hot chocolate or warm-and-cozy Wassail, there’s no denying that a great cocktail makes everything from caroling to gift wrapping even better. Planning a few festive activities this season? You’ll find all the mixed drinks you need right here. Going ice skating? Warm up with mulled wine afterwards. Need a drink for your holiday movie night? Make coquito. Hosting a girls’ night gift swap? It’s gingerbread martinis all around. The options are near endless. One of our favorite cocktails for everything from entertaining to casual sipping through, is this margarita. It’s a fun spin on the traditionally warm-weather cocktail that you know and love—turned snowy white and finished with festive cranberry ice cubes.

Wassail is a hot mulled cider, traditionally enjoyed during wassailing, an English Christmas drinking ritual intended to ensure a good apple harvest the following year. The whole baked apples floating on top lend a homey feel to the warming festive drink. Serve as is -- or top with a splash of brandy if you like. It's perfect for a big family gathering or holiday party.

This is dangerously easy and delicious. Not only does it taste sweet and spicy, but just look at it! Those colors! The ruby-red cranberries cover the surface, and the apple cider cubes are the best additions that amp up the flavor.

Ginger, cinnamon and allspice bring a gingerbread flavor to this hot chocolate. Intense Dutch-process cocoa powder balances the spices, and chopped milk chocolate is mixed in at the end for a creamy, rich texture.