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8 Festive Christmas Mocktails to Serve at Your Holiday Murder Mystery Party

A holiday murder mystery party deserves drinks with flair! Whether you’re hosting a cozy whodunit, a glamorous winter gala, or a chaotic family-style caper, a good mocktail sets the tone before the first clue is even read.


These eight mocktails, inspired by some of the season’s best recipes, bring sparkle, suspense, and plenty of holiday spirit to your next game night. Let the sleuthing and sipping begin!

Festive mug with whipped cream and sprinkles, surrounded by pine branches and warm lights, creating a cozy holiday atmosphere.

1. Peppermint Eggnog Mocktail: “The Candy Cane Conspiracy”


Creamy, cool, and suspiciously festive, add peppermint extract to your favorite eggnog recipe for a twist on classic eggnog tastes like holiday cheer with a secret. Add a candy cane as a stirrer and serve it as guests enter — nothing says “welcome to the mystery” like a nostalgic drink with a hint of peppermint intrigue.


2. Sparkling Holiday Cranberry Punch: “The Crimson Clue”


Mix one pint of raspberry sherbet with 4 cups of cherry ginger ale and 5 cups of your favorite fruit punch. This ruby-red punch looks innocent… but its bold color screams something dramatic is about to happen. Perfect for large groups and big reveals, this is your go-to drink for a shocking twist or a character with a flair for the theatrical.


3. Cinnamon-Orange Cider Mule: “The Mysterious Mule”


Warm cider meets gingery sparkle in a drink that practically winks at you from the mug. This mule is cozy, spicy, and ideal for characters who know more than they’re letting on. Serve it just before you release a major clue — trust me, it heightens the drama.


4. Cranberry Maple Mule: “The Frostbite Fixer”


Maple syrup and cranberry shouldn’t work together… and yet they do. Suspicious? Perhaps. Delicious? Absolutely. Offer this mocktail to your most mysterious guests — or to the player who keeps finding themselves alone with suspicious evidence.


5. Orange Cranberry “Mimosa”: “Morning After Motive”


Light, refreshing, and deceptively elegant, this drink is perfect for a storyline that opens with a brunch gone terribly wrong. Serve during the accusation round — the bright citrus is an excellent palate cleanser between theories.


6. Peppermint Julep Mocktail: “The North Pole Alibi”


Cool, minty, and dangerously refreshing, this mocktail feels like something you’d sip while interrogating an elf with questionable motives. Great for winter-themed mysteries, icy characters, or anyone who claims they were “nowhere near the scene.”

Red iced drink in a glass with a candy cane and pine sprig, set on festive red-checkered cloth. Wooden sign with blurred text in background.

7. Slow Cooker Gingerbread Latte: “The Cozy Killer’s Favorite”


Warm spices, slow-cooked comfort, and an aroma that fills the whole room — this latte is made for fireside mysteries or cozy cabin whodunits. Give this drink to your host character or the person playing the victim. It’s a perfect prop.


8. Candy Cane Martini Mocktail: “The Sweet but Suspicious Sip”


This shimmering peppermint mocktail looks as innocent as fresh snowfall… which makes it perfect for a character who seems just a little too sweet. With its crushed-candy rim and frosty swirl, it’s the drink your guests will pick when they want to blend charm with mystery.

Serve it during your mid-game twist — it’s festive, flashy, and just tempting enough to raise questions.

Festive scene with a white frosted cake, gingerbread cookie, red sequin cone, cocktails, and glasses of red drinks on a tray. Bright mood.

How to Add Mystery Magic to Any Mocktail


A holiday mystery deserves theatrical touches:


  • Add a clue tag: Attach a small paper clue, riddle, or suspect name to each glass.

  • Create “poisoned” vs. “safe” drinks: Identical appearance, slightly different flavors.

  • Color-code for characters: Red for villains, white for detectives, green for “unknown motives.”


Turn your beverage table into its own storytelling moment!


Stir Up Some Holiday Suspense (and Mocktails!)


Mocktails aren’t just delicious — they’re props, atmosphere builders, and tools for deepening the mystery experience. Whether your party is wholesome, hilarious, or full of shocking twists, these festive drinks will help set the perfect scene.


Which mocktail will become the signature drink of your holiday whodunit?


For more inspiration or to plan your perfect holiday party, check out skillsmurdermysteries.com.

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