Top 5 Functional Holiday Drinks to Keep You Calm, Not Crazy

The holidays have a funny way of getting loud fast. One minute you’re sipping cocoa, the next you’re juggling grocery lists, travel plans, and relatives talking over each other in the living room. It’s a lot.

That’s why this time of year calls for small moments that help you slow down. These functional holiday drinks do exactly that.

A quiet sip. A deep breath. These kava drinks to keep you calm make the season feel smoother instead of stressful.

These five functional holiday drinks do exactly that, using Kava by Mitra9 to bring a little calm to the middle of winter chaos.

1. Cozy Mint Winter Cooler

Image alt text suggestion: A chilled glass of water with mint in or near the glass

A refreshing mint-forward drink perfect for stepping away from holiday chaos. This is a simple, calming holiday drink idea that pairs well with presents and get-togethers.

Ingredients:

  • 1 Cool Breeze Kava Shot
  • ½ cup chilled sparkling water
  • 1 tsp honey or agave syrup
  • Crushed ice
  • Fresh mint for garnish

Instructions:

  • Fill a glass with crushed ice.
  • Pour in the Cool Breeze Shot.
  • Add sparkling water and a touch of honey.
  • Stir gently and garnish with mint.

Why It Works:

It hits that perfect mix of cool and bright. The mint wakes you up just a little, the fizz keeps it light, and the whole drink feels like stepping outside into cold winter air for a quick reset.

2. Fireside Island Punch Mulled Cooler

Image alt text suggestion: A bowl or glass of fruit punch with cinnamon in or near the glass

A tropical-meets-holiday drink that adds warmth without heat – exactly the kind of drink for a calm holiday moment.

Ingredients:

Instructions:

  • Mix Island Punch with cold water.
  • Add orange slices and a pinch of cinnamon.
  • Serve over ice or lightly warmed (not hot).

Why It Works:

It’s fruity enough to feel fun, but the cinnamon adds this quiet, grounded note that makes the whole drink feel more grown. It hits that “holiday cozy” vibe without getting heavy or overly sweet.

3. Strawberry Watermelon Snowfall Spritz

Image alt text suggestion: A red-and-white drink with ice, lime, and cranberries

A bright, wintery spritz that feels like holiday lights in a glass.

Ingredients:

Instructions:

  • Fill a glass with ice.
  • Add white cranberry juice and lime.
  • Pour in the Seltzer.
  • Add frozen cranberries like little holiday ornaments.

Why It Works:

Because sometimes you want a functional beverage that feels like a tiny celebration. Something bright. Something that reminds you that winter doesn’t have to be all heavy flavors and hot mugs.

This one has that fizz that makes you pause for a second. Almost like the sound of snow hitting a window, soft but noticeable.

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4. Dreamsicle Holiday Cream Soda

Image alt text suggestion: An orange soda in a glass with ice topped with an orange slice

Sweet, nostalgic, and perfect for nights spent wrapping gifts. It’s that kind of simple drink to keep you calm when you’re running out of steam.

Ingredients:

Instructions:

  • Add ice to a tall glass.
  • Pour the Orange Dreamsicle Seltzer.
  • Add a splash of cream soda.
  • Top with orange zest (if you’re feeling fancy).

5. Lavender Winter Nightcap

Image alt text suggestion: A glass of lemonade with lavender in the glass or near it

Our last drink for a calm holiday is soft, floral, and made for winding down after the longest days.

Ingredients:

Instructions:

  • Pour the Shot into a glass over ice.
  • Add lemonade and tonic water.
  • Gently stir.
  • Add lavender on top if desired.

Why It Works:

Because evenings have a way of stealing your peace if you’re not careful. And this Kava drink pushes back a little. It’s gentle, not aggressive. The lavender floats in scent first, with plenty of great flavor right behind it.

There’s a calm slowness to it.

A “let me just sit down for a minute” vibe.

Celebrate Balance This Holiday Season with Kava

Make one of these functional holiday drinks when you need a reset or when you just want something that feels a little special without any effort. Light a candle. Put on a playlist you forgot you liked. Sit somewhere comfortably. Even if it’s five minutes, that’s still yours.

This holiday season will come and go, but your calm shouldn’t.

Sip the Calm

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