Christmas Eve & Christmas Day: Ultimate Drinks Guide for the GTA

Christmas in the Greater Toronto Area is magical – snow-covered streets, twinkling lights, multicultural celebrations, and families gathering to create memories. Whether you're hosting a big family dinner, attending a Christmas party, or enjoying an intimate evening with loved ones, the right drinks make the celebration complete.

From traditional mulled wine and eggnog to champagne toasts and festive cocktails, this guide covers everything you need to make your Christmas Eve and Christmas Day unforgettable.

And here's the best part: 247Booze delivers 24/7, even on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Forgot the wine? Ran out of champagne? Need a last-minute bottle for unexpected guests? We've got you covered across the GTA.

Traditional Christmas Drinks

Mulled Wine (Hot Spiced Wine)

The Classic: Warm, aromatic, and quintessentially Christmas.

Mulled wine has been a holiday tradition for centuries across Europe, and it's perfect for cold Toronto winters.

Recipe (Serves 6-8):

• •2 bottles red wine (Apothic Red or any affordable red)
• •1/4 cup brandy or rum (optional but recommended)
• •1/4 cup honey or sugar
• •1 orange (sliced)
• •8-10 whole cloves
• •3-4 cinnamon sticks
• •2-3 star anise
• •Optional: nutmeg, cardamom

Instructions:

1. •Combine all ingredients in large pot
2. •Heat on medium-low (do NOT boil)
3. •Simmer for 20-30 minutes
4. •Strain and serve warm in mugs
5. •Garnish with orange slice and cinnamon stick

247Booze Order:

• •2 bottles red wine (Apothic Red, Gato Negro)
• •1 bottle brandy or rum (optional)

Why it works: The aroma fills your home with Christmas spirit. It's warm, comforting, and perfect for cold winter nights.

Pro Tip: Make a large batch and keep it warm in a slow cooker for parties.

Eggnog (With or Without Rum)

The Controversy: People either love it or hate it. There's no in-between.

Eggnog is a North American Christmas staple – rich, creamy, and traditionally spiked with rum, brandy, or bourbon.

Store-Bought Option: Buy pre-made eggnog and spike it with:

• •Rum (Bacardi, Captain Morgan, Appleton Estate)
• •Brandy (if available)
• •Bourbon (Makers Mark, Bulleit Bourbon)
• •Whiskey (Crown Royal, Jack Daniels)

Ratio: 1-2 oz of spirit per cup of eggnog

Garnish: Freshly grated nutmeg on top

247Booze Order:

• •1 bottle rum or whiskey

Why it works: Eggnog is creamy, sweet, and nostalgic. Adding premium spirits elevates it.

Non-Alcoholic Option: Serve virgin eggnog for kids and non-drinkers.

Hot Toddy (Warm Whiskey Cocktail)

The Soother: Perfect for cold nights or when someone's feeling under the weather.

Recipe (Per Serving):

• •1.5 oz whiskey (Crown Royal, Jack Daniels, Jameson)
• •1 tbsp honey
• •1 tbsp lemon juice
• •Hot water
• •Cinnamon stick and lemon slice for garnish

Instructions:

1. •Add whiskey, honey, and lemon juice to mug
2. •Fill with hot water
3. •Stir until honey dissolves
4. •Garnish with cinnamon stick and lemon slice

247Booze Order:

• •1 bottle whiskey

Why it works: Warm, soothing, and feels like a hug in a mug.

Champagne & Sparkling Wine for Celebrations

Champagne Toast (Christmas Morning or Dinner)

The Tradition: Toasting with champagne or sparkling wine is a Christmas must.

247Booze Picks:

• •Moet & Chandon - Premium French champagne ($70-90)
• •Bottega Prosecco - Elegant Italian sparkling ($25-35)
• •Blu Giovello - Sweet Italian sparkling ($20-30)
• •Prosecco DOC - Classic Italian option ($20-30)
• •Luc Belaire Rosé - Beautiful pink sparkling, Instagram-worthy ($40-60)

When to Serve:

• •Christmas Eve midnight toast
• •Christmas morning brunch
• •Before Christmas dinner
• •After dessert

247Booze Order:

• •2-3 bottles sparkling wine or champagne (depending on guest count)

Pro Tip: Chill champagne for at least 3 hours before serving. Serve at 45-48°F for best taste.

Mimosas (Christmas Morning Brunch)

The Brunch Classic: Champagne + orange juice = Christmas morning perfection.

Recipe:

• •2 oz champagne or prosecco
• •2 oz fresh orange juice
• •Optional: Grand Marnier float, cranberry garnish

Variations:

• •Poinsettia: Champagne + cranberry juice
• •Bellini: Champagne + peach purée

247Booze Order:

• •2 bottles Prosecco (Bottega or Blu Giovello)

Why it works: Light, festive, and perfect for daytime Christmas celebrations.

Wine Pairings for Christmas Dinner

Red Wine (For Turkey, Ham, Beef)

Turkey Pairing:

• •Pinot Noir (if available)
• •Apothic Red - Versatile, crowd-pleaser
• •Jackson Triggs Merlot - Smooth, food-friendly

Ham Pairing:

• •Apothic Red
• •Lighter reds

Beef/Prime Rib Pairing:

• •Bold reds (Apothic Red, Gato Negro)

How Much:

• •Assume 1 bottle serves 4-5 people
• •For 10 people: 2-3 bottles

247Booze Order:

• •3 bottles red wine (mix varieties)

White Wine (For Lighter Fare, Seafood, Appetizers)

Pairings:

• •Turkey (white meat)
• •Fish or seafood appetizers
• •Salads
• •Cheese boards

247Booze Picks:

• •Jackson Triggs Pinot Grigio - Crisp, refreshing
• •Peller Family Pinot Grigio - Light, citrusy

How Much:

• •For 10 people: 2 bottles

247Booze Order:

• •2 bottles white wine

Festive Cocktails

Christmas Margarita (Cranberry Twist)

The Festive Twist on a Classic:

Recipe:

• •2 oz tequila (Espolon, Casamigos, Jose Cuervo)
• •1 oz triple sec
• •1 oz lime juice
• •1 oz cranberry juice
• •Sugared cranberries and rosemary for garnish

247Booze Order:

• •1 bottle tequila (Espolon Blanco)

Why it works: Tequila isn't just for summer – the cranberry adds Christmas color and flavor.

Spiced Rum & Cider

The Cozy Christmas Drink:

Recipe:

• •2 oz spiced rum (Captain Morgan)
• •4 oz hot apple cider
• •Cinnamon stick garnish
• •Optional: caramel drizzle on rim

247Booze Order:

• •1 bottle Captain Morgan

Why it works: Warm, spiced, and tastes like Christmas in a mug.

White Russian (Creamy Christmas Cocktail)

The Dessert Drink:

Recipe:

• •2 oz vodka (Absolut, Titos)
• •1 oz coffee liqueur (Kahlua if available)
• •1 oz heavy cream or milk
• •Serve over ice

247Booze Order:

• •1 bottle vodka

Why it works: Creamy, indulgent, perfect as an after-dinner drink.

Cranberry Champagne Cocktail

The Elegant Option:

Recipe:

• •1 oz cranberry juice
• •4 oz champagne or prosecco
• •Fresh cranberries and rosemary sprig garnish

247Booze Order:

• •2 bottles Prosecco

Why it works: Beautiful, festive, and feels luxurious.

Christmas Party Planning (For Hosts)

Small Family Gathering (6-10 People)

Drinks Needed:

• •2 bottles red wine
• •1 bottle white wine
• •1 bottle champagne/prosecco
• •1 bottle whiskey (for hot toddies or sipping)
• •Beer (12-pack)
• •Mixers, garnishes

Medium Christmas Party (15-20 People)

Drinks Needed:

• •4 bottles red wine
• •2 bottles white wine
• •3 bottles champagne/prosecco
• •2 bottles spirits (whiskey, vodka, rum)
• •Beer (24-pack)
• •Mulled wine ingredients
• •Mixers

Large Christmas Celebration (30+ People)

Drinks Needed:

• •6-8 bottles red wine
• •3-4 bottles white wine
• •5 bottles champagne/prosecco
• •3-4 bottles spirits
• •Beer (48+ beers)
• •Mulled wine batch
• •Full mixer stock

Timeline for Christmas Drink Planning

1 Week Before Christmas

• •Confirm guest count
• •Decide on menu and drink pairings
• •Make shopping list
• •Order specialty items

2-3 Days Before Christmas

• •Place 247Booze order for wine and spirits
• •Buy mixers, garnishes, non-alcoholic options
• •Chill white wine and champagne

Christmas Eve Morning

• •Emergency orders: Call 247Booze for anything you forgot
• •Set up bar area
• •Prep mulled wine ingredients
• •Ice runs

Christmas Eve Evening

• •Start mulled wine batch
• •Open first bottle of wine to let it breathe
• •Have champagne ready for midnight toast

Christmas Day Morning

• •Mimosa prep: Chill champagne, squeeze fresh orange juice
• •Emergency runs: 247Booze is open 24/7, even on Christmas Day

Christmas Dinner

• •Open red wine 30 minutes before dinner
• •Serve white wine with appetizers
• •Champagne toast before or after meal

Multicultural Christmas Traditions in the GTA

Italian Christmas (La Vigilia - The Feast of Seven Fishes)

Drinks:

• •Prosecco
• •Italian red and white wines
• •Limoncello (as digestif)

Food: Seafood dishes, pasta, panettone

Tradition: Christmas Eve feast with fish, no meat

Filipino Noche Buena (Christmas Eve Feast)

Drinks:

• •Beer
• •Rum & Coke
• •Whiskey
• •Wine

Food: Lechon, pancit, lumpia, bibingka

Tradition: Midnight feast after church

Caribbean Christmas

Drinks:

• •Rum punch
• •Sorrel drink (with rum)
• •Beer
• •Wine

Food: Jerk turkey, rice and peas, rum cake

Tradition: Music, dancing, big family gatherings

Polish Wigilia (Christmas Eve Supper)

Drinks:

• •Vodka (traditionally)
• •Wine
• •Kompot (fruit drink)

Food: 12 meatless dishes, pierogi, fish

Tradition: Waiting for first star, breaking opłatek (Christmas wafer)

Greek Christmas

Drinks:

• •Wine
• •Ouzo (if available)
• •Beer

Food: Roast lamb or pork, Christopsomo (Christmas bread)

Tradition: 12 days of Christmas celebrations

Emergency Christmas Scenarios (247Booze Saves the Day)

Scenario 1: "Uncle Joe drank all the whiskey and it's only 6 PM on Christmas Eve."

Solution: Call 247Booze. We deliver whiskey 24/7, even on Christmas Eve.

Scenario 2: "We forgot champagne for Christmas morning mimosas."

Solution: 247Booze delivers on Christmas Day. Order Prosecco for mimosas.

Scenario 3: "Surprise guests just showed up and we don't have enough wine."

Solution: Emergency wine delivery from 247Booze – fast delivery across the GTA.

Scenario 4: "It's 11 PM Christmas Eve and we want mulled wine but have no red wine."

Solution: 247Booze is open. We'll deliver red wine for your mulled wine batch.

Responsible Holiday Drinking

Pace Yourself

Christmas celebrations are marathons. Don't peak at dinner.

Eat Plenty of Food

Never drink on an empty stomach. Christmas feasts are perfect for this.

Alternate with Water

For every alcoholic drink, have a glass of water.

Offer Rides

Arrange Ubers, taxis, or offer guest rooms. No one drives impaired.

Have Non-Alcoholic Options

Sparkling cider, mocktails, coffee, tea – make sure non-drinkers feel included.

Know Your Limits

Christmas is about connection, not intoxication.

Gift Ideas: Booze as Christmas Presents

Affordable Gifts ($30-50)

• •Nice bottle of wine with festive wrapping
• •Bottle of Captain Morgan or Bacardi
• •Prosecco with chocolates

Mid-Range ($50-100)

• •Premium whiskey (Crown Royal, Johnnie Walker Black)
• •Champagne (Moet & Chandon)
• •Tequila gift set (Casamigos, Patron)

Premium ($100+)

• •Luxury champagne
• •Premium whiskey (aged, special edition)
• •Curated liquor gift basket

247Booze Tip: We can help you select the perfect gift. Call for recommendations.

Why 247Booze is Essential for Christmas

Open 24/7: Even on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day – we never close.

Fast Delivery: Emergency wine run at 10 PM? We've got you covered.

Full Selection: Wine, beer, spirits, champagne – everything you need.

GTA-Wide Delivery: Mississauga, Brampton, Vaughan, Oakville – wherever your Christmas celebration is.

No Judgment: Ordering three bottles of champagne on Christmas morning? We celebrate with you.

Saves Your Celebration: When you forget, run out, or have surprise guests – 247Booze saves Christmas.

Final Thoughts

Christmas in the GTA is a beautiful blend of traditions, cultures, and celebrations. Whether you're toasting with champagne, sipping mulled wine, enjoying eggnog, or raising a glass of whiskey, the drinks you choose add warmth and joy to the season.

The key to a stress-free Christmas? Planning ahead – but also knowing that 247Booze is always here when plans change, guests multiply, or Uncle Joe drinks all the whiskey.

From our family to yours, we wish you a Merry Christmas filled with love, laughter, and perfectly chilled champagne.

Planning your Christmas celebration? View our complete menu for champagne, wine, spirits, and festive cocktails.

Need Christmas drinks delivered? Call 247Booze now – we're open 24/7, even on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Merry Christmas from our 24/7 delivery service.