10 Toasty, Cold-Weather Cocktails
By Stephen Phillips
When the leaves begin to fall, sky turns gray and a wicked chill fills the air, I pack my bags. Then I head to my friends' cozy log cabin to help welcome winter.
It's become a cold-weather tradition for us to gather around the fireplace, tell some tall tales and laugh. But most of all it's the perfect time to warm up with the most delicious hot buttered rum I've ever had.
Sounds like the perfect way to hibernate, right? So when the weather outside gets frightful, serve your pals a delightful winter cocktail. To paraphrase that holiday chestnut, "Let it flow, let it flow, let it flow."
Dolans' Delicious Hot Buttered Rum
Savor a smooth taste that goes perfectly with a gathering by the fireplace.
Sharon's Seriously Toasty Texas Hot Chocolate
Imbibe your dessert on a frosty night, and don't forget the cookies.
Hot "Rasapple-Rum" Cider
Jazz up plain apple cider with the flavors of raspberry and rum.
My Mama's Marvelous Mulled Wine
Red wine, port and brandy unleash a winter elixir when mixed with spices.
Arturo's Positano Winter Sunset
This chocolate-rich libation may have you dreaming of a warm-weather getaway.
Chai Yai Yai
Taste a sweet exclamation of almond, orange and lemon!
Hot Apple Ginger Toddy
The piquancy of ginger mixed with the sweetness of honey make this toddy to die for.
Hoppin' Hot Scotch
The scotch in this drink comes from the creamy flavor of butterscotch.
Cocoa Raspberry Heaven
Get to cloud nine with this sinfully yummy treat.
Stevie's Butterscotch Bedtime Warmer
It's the perfect nightcap before you put on your night cap for a winter's nap.
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