Category: Winter Cocktails December 2022
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Spiked Hot Chocolate
For reference, 1 shot glass = 1.5 fluid ouncesIngredients:6 fluid ounces whole milk1 package hot chocolate mix2 fluid ounces peppermint creamer1.5 fluid ounces KahlúaOptional crushed candy canes, for a peppermint rim Directions:Heat milk in a microwave-safe mug for 60-90 seconds. Stir in hot chocolate mix until it’s completely dissolved. Then, add the creamer and Kahlúa.…
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Classic Bourbon Old Fashioned
For reference, 1 shot glass = 1.5 fluid ouncesIngredients:2 teaspoons simple syrup3 dashes Angostura bitters1.5 fluid ounces of bourbonPlenty of ice (or one large, 2-inch ice cube)Orange peel, for garnishOptional cinnamon sticks, for garnish Directions:In a whiskey glass, add simple syrup, bitters, and bourbon. Add ice, and stir the drink well. Garnish with an orange…
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Cinnamon Espresso Martini
For reference, 1 shot glass = 1.5 fluid ouncesIngredients:1.5 fluid ounces vodka0.75 fluid ounces Khalúa1.5 fluid ounces espresso (a store-bought version, such as Starbucks, will work)0.75 fluid ounces simple syrupIceCinnamon sticks or ground cinnamon, for garnish Directions:Add vodka, Khalúa, espresso, and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker. Add a scoop of ice to the shaker,…
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Cranberry Mimosa
For reference, 1 shot glass = 1.5 fluid ouncesIngredients:4 fluid ounces champagne or sparkling wine4 fluid ounces cranberry juice1 fluid ounce orange juiceOptional cranberries, for garnish Directions:Add champagne to a glass, then top with cranberry juice and orange juice. If desired, add cranberries before serving.
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Winter Sangria
For reference, 1 shot glass = 1.5 fluid ouncesIngredients:5 fluid ounces Cabernet Sauvignon2 fluid ounces lemon-lime soda, such as Sprite1 fluid ounce triple sec2 fluid ounces cranberry juiceCranberries, for garnish Directions:Combine wine, soda, triple sec, and cranberry juice into a large glass, and mix well. Refrigerate sangria for 30 minutes, then serve over ice. Garnish…