By Niveditha Kalyanaraman
November 25th, 2023
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When it’s cold and snowy or rainy outside, the idea of going out to a bar can be completely unappealing. What you need instead is a fun hot drink you can make within the warmth and comfort of your own home. From boozy hot chocolate to spiked apple cider, here are 8 warm winter cocktails.
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Making this mulled wine couldn't be easier: Combine a bottle of red with some orange slices, warm spices, honey, and brandy, and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
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When it's freezing outside, rum is the only thing that'll do. Add in butter, sugar, ice cream, and a healthy dose of cinnamon, and you've got heartwarming wintertime magic in a glass.
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A Hot Toddy is the perfect drink to sip on when you're feeling under the weather or on a chilly Sunday afternoon.
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Coffee cocktails are a direct double-hit of caffeine and booze straight to the system that is perfect for the start or end of the night. It's the perfect combination of sweetened coffee, Irish whiskey, and whipped cream.
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Spiked with chocolate liqueur and peppermint schnapps, this hot cocoa recipe is definitely not for kids. Try it with marshmallows too!
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Love a chai latte and want to make it extra special (and boozy)? Use just a chai bag, a few spices, and half-and-half—then add coffee liqueur to take it to the next level.
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Learn to make your own eggnog and then instantly make it boozy. Don't skip the cinnamon sugar rim; it makes these extra-delicious.
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Build all ingredients in a wine goblet, brandy snifter, or glass mug. Stir well. Garnish with a cinnamon stick. Infuse the richness of gin with soothing hot water for this addictive cocktail.
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