This Mrs Claus cocktail is creamy, smooth, and delightfully festive. With just three ingredients, it’s easy to make and looks like a holiday party in a glass.
There are several drinks called Mrs Claus, but this version is my favorite. Its snowy white color topped with whipped cream and rainbow sprinkles feels playful and festive—perfect for holiday gatherings.
The flavors here are simple and seasonal: white chocolate liqueur, eggnog, and peppermint schnapps blend into a sweet, refreshing holiday cocktail. The peppermint adds a cool note, but the proportions keep it balanced so it doesn’t overpower the drink.
A generous dollop of whipped cream and a scattering of colorful nonpareils finish the look and add a fun texture. Serve this cocktail straight up in a martini glass or over ice in a short glass—the choice is yours.
Other festive cocktails you’ll enjoy
- Mistletoe margarita
- Candy cane martini
- Mistletoe martini
- Cranberry margarita
- Bourbon cranberry cocktail
- Pomegranate gin cocktail
Helpful tips
- Use the white chocolate liqueur you prefer—Godiva is excellent, but other brands work well too.
- Choose a high-quality eggnog for the best flavor; store-bought premium brands are fine.
- Try the cocktail both with and without ice to see which you prefer.
- Garnish with whipped cream and rainbow sprinkles (nonpareils). Edible gold hearts are optional for extra sparkle.
How to make the Mrs Claus cocktail
Pre-step
Have a cocktail shaker ready and fill it halfway with ice. Prepare a measuring glass and two serving glasses—one martini glass for the straight-up version and a small handled glass for the on-the-rocks version, if desired.
Step one
Gather the ingredients: white chocolate liqueur, eggnog, and peppermint schnapps.
Step two
Measure 4 ounces white chocolate liqueur.
Step three
Measure 4 ounces eggnog.
Step four
Measure 1 ounce peppermint schnapps.
Step five
Add the measured ingredients to the shaker, cap it, and shake for about 15 seconds. If serving a drink over ice, add two ice cubes to that glass before pouring. Divide and strain the mixture between the two glasses.
Prepare the whipped cream and sprinkles for garnish.
Step six
Top each glass with a dollop of whipped cream and finish with rainbow sprinkles and optional edible gold hearts.
Note how the ice in the short glass supports the whipped cream like a little raft—cute and practical.
The rainbow sprinkles brighten the drink and add a festive touch.
I hope you enjoy this Mrs Claus cocktail. If you like eggnog, this sweet seasonal drink is likely to become a new favorite.
And as always, may all your dishes and drinks be delish.
Mrs Claus Cocktail
Ingredients
- 4 ounces white chocolate liqueur (I recommend Godiva)
- 4 ounces eggnog
- 1 ounce peppermint schnapps
Garnish
- whipped cream
- rainbow sprinkles (from the cake-decorating section)
- edible gold hearts (optional)
Instructions
- Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice and get your glassware ready.
- Add white chocolate liqueur, eggnog, and peppermint schnapps to the shaker.
- Cap the shaker and shake for about 15 seconds. If serving one cocktail over ice, add two ice cubes to that glass now.
- Divide and strain the mixture between the two glasses.
- Top each glass with whipped cream and sprinkle with rainbow nonpareils and optional gold hearts.
- Sip.
- Smile.
- Enjoy.
Equipment
Notes
- Choose any white chocolate liqueur you like; Godiva is a favorite but not required.
- Use high-quality eggnog for the creamiest flavor.
- Serve straight up or over ice—both versions are tasty.
- Decorate with whipped cream and rainbow sprinkles; edible gold hearts add a festive touch.
Nutrition
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Calories: 298kcal
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Carbohydrates: 25g
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Protein: 4g