Holiday Drink Ideas
Holidays are about traditions: presents, time with family, decorated trees and big meals. For many, those traditions also include festive drinks, both alcoholic and nonalcoholic. You can make any of several traditional holiday drinks to compliment any family gathering or office party. Does this Spark an idea?
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Wassail
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If you are looking for some holiday drink ideas, you might want to start with wassail. This warm drink was originally a favorite of carolers who braved cold nights to spread holiday cheer, says online resource It Thing. There are many ways to make wassail, but it is generally made from apple cider and spices and served warm. Often, wassail recipes include orange juice and cinnamon. For optimal flavor, it is simmered for long periods of time. Add brandy to the wassail to make it an alcoholic drink, if you'd like.
Eggnog
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Whether you buy it prepackaged in the stores or make it at home, eggnog is another popular idea for a holiday drink. This drink mixture traditionally features milk, spices and beaten eggs and is a rich, creamy concoction. It, too, can be consumed with alcohol, and popular additions include rum (sometimes called "rum nog") or whiskey. For a fresh take on eggnog, Better Homes & Gardens suggests adding cinnamon and a peppermint stick (such as a candy cane) to the drink.
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Peppermint Patty
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The idea behind a peppermint patty is simple. The drink is served warm, and it combines two of the staple flavors of the holidays --- chocolate and peppermint. Simple versions of this cocktail include a blend of hot chocolate and peppermint schnapps. Get creative, if you'd like, by adding creme de menthe and creme de cocoa and topping the entire drink with whipped cream and chocolate shavings. Use a candy cane as a stirring mechanism.
Mulled Wine
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Called glogg in Sweden, mulled wine is a combination of wine (usually red) and spices. Usually served warm, this punch-style drink can be made in large qualities and taken to holiday parties. Typically, the wine is infused with sugar, cloves and cinnamon, although mulling kits are available from many retailers. Grape juice varieties can be made for those who prefer nonalcoholic drinks or, conversely, some recipes call for the addition of brandy to the wine mixture.
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