Below freezing temps call for special cocktails. You can have your martini any time of the year. But for the cold winter months, nothing beats the seasonal and boozy goodness of winter cocktails.
The great thing about winter cocktails is that you can experiment with different types of liquors and spices to get the best-tasting concoctions all winter long. For information regarding commercial soda dispensers and beer gun systems in Los Angeles, contact SC Beverage today.
Check out these boozy drinks to keep you warm all winter.
- Apple Jack Sazerac
This winter drink will warm you up with the bold taste of bitters and notes of oranges and cinnamon. This version uses Rittenhouse Rye whiskey, which gives this cocktail its slight citrusy and spicy notes. As with all Sazeracs, this cocktail uses absinthe and is not for the faint of heart. Serve this in an Old-Fashioned glass to get that mid-19th century New Orleans vibe.
- Mexican Hot Chocolate
Booze + chocolate = marriage made in heaven! This winter concoction makes use of two entirely different ingredients, and yet, it tastes absolutely wonderful. Make the spicy hot chocolate according to package directions and then add the mescal and bitters. It’s so easy to make yet it tastes so indulgent.
- Orange Cinnamon Hot Toddy
If you’ve been feeling under the weather because of the cold, then the Hot Toddy should be your go-to drink. As the name suggests, this version of the classic hot drink makes use of orange instead of lemon juice. And instead of the classic whiskey, this recipe calls for rye or bourbon for a smoother cocktail.
- Classic Eggnog
What’s winter without the classic eggnog? A winter staple, the eggnog embodies the holiday spirit. While you can make this without booze, a little bit of rum, bourbon or brandy surely wouldn’t hurt especially in the dead of winter. Like other winter drinks, you can make your own version of the eggnog by adding spices and other ingredients.
- Cranberry Irish Mule
If you like the Classic Moscow Mule, you’ll surely love the Cranberry Irish Mule for winter. Instead of vodka, this cocktail uses Irish whiskey. This recipe is a slight makeover of The Irish Mule, which uses ginger beer and lime juice. Add some cranberry juice and you have a simple yet festive drink that will warm up your spirits in the winter months.
- Boozy Apple Cider A La Mode
Mulled apple cider is another winter favorite. But this recipe takes it up a notch with bourbon. The whipped cream on top is a nice touch, especially because it’s laced with even more booze and that’s a win in our book. If you want a stronger drink, you can add sloe gin to the mulled cider.
- Tanqueray Almond
Cocktail recipes don’t need to be fancy. Sometimes the simplest recipes bring the most satisfaction. Take the Tanqueray Almond, for example. All the ingredients in this cocktail require no extra work on your part — just pour and sip. The sour mix, bitters and maraschino cherries add character to this drink.
- Tiki Cocktails
If you’re dreaming of lounging in an oceanside cabana in the middle of winter, tiki cocktails will warm up both the stomach and the spirit. There are different versions to making your own tiki cocktail. And we say, choice your poison. No matter what ingredient you throw in, this winter-ized drink will surely transport you back to the hot summer days.
- Cranberry Sangria
One could never go wrong with wine, especially when it’s paired with seasonal fruits. Cranberry is a good choice for the holiday season and an excellent ingredient to add to a holiday sangria. This recipe follows the same steps as a regular sangria, with one exception: it makes use of good-quality wine, and that makes a difference.
- Kahlua Hot Chocolate
Who says you can’t have booze in the morning? The Kahlua Hot Chocolate says you can, and you can have it any time of the day. The recipe makes hot chocolate from scratch. You can use store-bought hot chocolate mix, but if you find it too sweet, then making your own is the way to go. Add an ounce or two of Kahlua, and you have a drink perfect for the cold winter days.
Cold days don’t have to be so dreary with these awesome winter cocktails. By changing only a few ingredients from a classic recipe, you can turn ordinary cocktails into holiday-ready drinks.
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