When the air starts to get a little cold, it's time to curl up with a cup of something. You can keep your spirits up throughout winter with a warm drink of alcohol, a cocktail, or another beverage. These drinks will make you feel warm, including hot buttered Rum and mulled Wine.
Drinks for cold weather
It's time for you to reconsider your favorite iced drinks as the temperatures drop. It's not only easier to drink alcoholic beverages, but it also tastes better. These cold-weather cocktails will warm you from within, so you can face winter head-on.
Warm Alcoholic Beverages for Cold Weather
If it is cold outside, warm beverages like hot chocolate or coffee might be a good choice. These classic favourites are great for any season. However, they are more comforting in winter when the temperature is lower.
A shot of whiskey can be added to your cup of coffee for a refreshing drink that will give you an extra boost on a cool morning. It's the perfect pick-me-up for a chilly night or on a long winter's day!
Baileys Hot Chocolate
This hot cocoa recipe is for you if you love Irish whiskey. It has a rich chocolate flavor that is balanced with the Irish whisky's fruity notes to make it a truly memorable beverage. This is the ideal cold weather drink to share with family and friends during holidays or on a snowy day.
Best Cold Weather Cocktails
The traditional Old Fashioned remains a popular choice, regardless of the season. This bourbon-forward Old Fashioned adds maple syrup to increase depth and sophistication. It's the perfect winter drink, with a hint of bitters!
Gingerbread is another holiday ingredient that's very popular. This drink brings back the taste of holiday cookies. You will need to infuse the whiskey with the sweet and tangy spice blend and allow it to sit for three days before you mix the ingredients.
Although it is a winter-friendly drink, the gingerbread whiskey sours requires extra preparation. However, it is well worth it. This is a great way of using up leftovers or you can make it ahead of time to serve at a party.
Warming Nut Variety
Bartenders add seasonal flavors to drinks and food by using nut varieties. Winter months are great for nuts like walnuts, hazelnuts, and pecans. They add weight to both sweet and savory dishes. They can be found in The Gin Joint's Fair Well cocktail in Charleston and at The Violet Hour in Chicago.
This boozy beverage takes the classic rye whiskey sour and turns it into a winter version, using buttered brown sugar syrup. It has a holiday-inspired egg white foam as an extra touch.
FAQ
What should I do when my cocktail drinks get too hot?
If you are worried about getting your drinks too hot when they come out of the freezer, put them into the fridge for 5 minutes before serving. These drinks won't take as long to heat up.
Why is a martini such a delicious drink?
A martini has been called the "ultimate cocktail". It is the simplest cocktail, but it has a complex flavor. It consists of equal parts gin and vermouth.
Gin is made from fermented Juniper berries. It is refreshingly smooth. Vermouth is a fortified wine that contains herbs such as wormwood or gentian. This combination gives you a delicious combination sweet and sour flavours.
Do you need special equipment to make cocktails?
Not at all. You only need a few items:
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Glasses
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Strainer
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Lid
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Cocktail shaker
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Cutting board
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Knife
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Scoops and measuring cups
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Jigger
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Tongue depressors
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Stirring sticks
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Lemon wedge
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Sugar cube
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Salt
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Pepper
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Ice cubes
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Ice
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Water
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Alcohol
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Wine
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Beer
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Soda water
What type of glasses do I need?
Buy glasses that hold 4oz (118ml) or less. Glasses that are larger than this can get very hot and cause burns.
How long does a glass of wine take to chill?
For a glass wine to cool completely, it takes around 30 minutes to an hour. To speed things up, place the bottle in the fridge for 15 to 20 mins before serving.
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How to make mixed beverages?
Mixed drinks are created from different ingredients, such as juices, spirits, liqueurs and syrups. These ingredients are then combined to make one drink. Mixing liquors together with water and ice makes a cocktail. It is usually made with fresh fruit juice, lemonade, soda water, tonic water, ginger ale, club soda, beer, wine, or any other type of alcoholic beverage.
The most common types of cocktails include the following:
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Margarita- A Mexican cocktail made up of triple sec (or Cointreau), tequila (or Tequila), lime juice and salt.
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Daiquiri - A Cuban cocktail consisting of rum, sugar, lime juice, and crushed ice.
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Mojito is a Cuban cocktail made mainly with mint leaves and rum.
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Gin and Tonic - A British cocktail consisting of gin and tonic.
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Martini – This cocktail consists of vermouth (or vodka), bitters (or olive oil), and vodka.
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Whiskey sour - A whisky cocktail that consists of sweetened milk, lemon, and whiskey.
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Sidecar - A French cocktail consisting of cognac, orange juice, and grenadine.
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Collins – A cocktail that consists of equal parts gin and fresh lemon juice.
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Manhattan - This cocktail consists of sweet vermouth and sweet rye whiskey.
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White Russian - A cocktail consisting of vodka, Kahlua, coffee liqueur, and cream.
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Brandy Alexander is a cocktail that consists of brandy, heavy whipping cream and chocolate syrup.