Warming cocktails are more than just a necessity during the cold winter months. And when we know which cocktails can deliver that warmth, every gathering, including cozy evenings with family and friends, truly becomes a valuable memory. Below, we will explore five warming winter cocktails, the key ingredients of which are rum, whiskey, or tequila.
1. Hot Buttered Rum
Soft, smooth, and creamy cocktails
can also be made this way. Here’s how to create this delicate cocktail that is perfect for the winter chill.
Ingredients:
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60 ml spiced rum
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1 tbsp unsalted butter
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1 tsp brown sugar
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1 drop of vanilla extract
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1 pinch ground cinnamon
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1 pinch ground nutmeg
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120 ml hot water
In a glass, mix the butter, brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Add the spiced rum and stir well. Pour in the hot water and stir until the butter is fully melted. Garnish with a cinnamon stick and enjoy.
This drink is truly an indulgent delight, especially on a cold winter night.
2. Maple Whisky Sour
A seasonal variation of the classic Whisky Sour, enriched with the deep, caramel-like sweetness of maple syrup. If you prefer whisky cocktails then hurry up to try this one out!
Ingredients:
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60 ml whiskey (bourbon or rye)
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22 ml fresh lemon juice
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15 ml pure maple syrup
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1 egg white (optional, for foam)
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Ice
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1 lemon slice (for garnish)
In a shaker, combine the whiskey, lemon juice, maple syrup, and egg whites. Shake without ice for about 15 seconds to create foam. Add ice and shake again for 15 seconds. Strain the cocktail into a pre-chilled glass. Garnish with a lemon slice for an elegant touch. And there you have it—another winter cocktail you can easily make at home.
3. Mexican Hot Chocolate with Tequila
This cocktail differs from the previous two, as it combines chocolate and tequila while also adding a hint of spice.
Ingredients:
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60 ml tequila (preferably Reposado)
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180 ml milk
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60 g dark chocolate (chopped)
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1 tbsp cocoa powder
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1 tbsp brown sugar
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1/4 tsp cinnamon
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1/8 tsp chili powder (optional, for heat)
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1/2 tsp vanilla extract
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Whipped cream and chocolate shavings (for garnish)
Heat the milk in a saucepan over medium heat, avoiding boiling. Add the chocolate, cocoa powder, brown sugar, cinnamon, and chili powder. Stir until the mixture is smooth. Remove from heat and mix in the tequila and vanilla extract. Pour into a cup, top with whipped cream, and sprinkle with chocolate shavings.
And voilà! A rich and warming drink is ready.
4. Spiced Apple Rum Punch
Another warming alcoholic cocktail for winter gatherings if you prefer rum cocktails. This time, we combine the warmth of rum with the flavors of apple cider.
Ingredients:
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120 ml spiced rum
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240 ml apple cider
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30 ml fresh lemon juice
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15 ml honey or simple syrup
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1 cinnamon stick
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3-4 whole cloves
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1 apple (sliced, for garnish)
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Star anise (optional, for garnish)
Heat the apple cider, cinnamon, and cloves over low heat in a saucepan. Once warm (do not boil), remove from heat and add the rum, lemon juice, and honey. Strain into glasses and garnish with apple slices and star anise.
This drink has a unique festive aroma.
5. Smoky Tequila Old Fashioned
And finally, our last warming alcoholic cocktail that you should try before winter ends.
Ingredients:
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45 ml Reposado tequila
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15 ml mezcal
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15 ml agave syrup
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2 dashes of Angostura bitters
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1 large ice cube
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Orange peel (for garnish)
In a mixing glass, combine the tequila, mezcal, agave syrup, and bitters. Add ice and stir for about 20 seconds. Strain into a glass over a large ice cube. Squeeze the orange peel over the drink and drop it in.
And there you have it—another distinctive recipe.
Try these cocktails before winter is over! And for your alcoholic beverages, visit Vino&Vino, the specialized liquor store.
