About Today: Warming Winter Cocktails

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Today Sure, summer's alright. But can anything really beat the feeling of curling up by a fireplace with a steamy, sweet, spicy, boozy beverage with some light snowfall outside? We think not. Tis the season for the toddy, and About.com has got you covered with endless ways to get into the warm cocktail game. From old-school classics to mixological wonders, every one is sure to delight. Now all you'll need to decide is rum, bourbon, or brandy? Like About.com Food on Facebook to see our best holiday food and cocktail recipes on the daily. Toddy Takeover The most quintessential cold-weather cocktail is probably the hot toddy. A mix of whiskey, hot water, honey, lemon, and sometimes tea or spices, it's the best way to make bourbon winter-friendly. Start with the basics, add some wine, or mix it up for a tempting twist. Hot Apple Today Hot Not-Toddy (Booze-Free) Gin Toddy Search Related Topics:  holiday parties  warm cocktails  winter cocktails Apples and Oranges Although you can't go wrong with some warm bourbon, starting with a base of apple cider or adding other fruit flavors can be great way to take your toddy to the next level. Grab a bottle of unfiltered cider or apple brandy and savor the sweet life. Just don't forget the cinnamon sticks! Hot Gold Apple Cider A Nice Warm Drink Autumn Slumber Toddy with Currant Search Related Topics:  fall cocktails  cocktail recipes  fruit cocktails Ho Ho Cocoa Hot chocolate: light of our lives, fire of our tongues, and even better with a splash or two of booze. Add some peppermint schnapps and whipped cream for starters, or try it with a kick of caffeine or Oaxacan spice. You may just wish the weather was chilly all year long. Midnight Snowstorm Vanilla-Spice Hennessy Hot Cocoa Hot Peppermint Patty Search Related Topics:  dessert cocktails  bartending guides  cocktail recipes Mulled Magic As Michael Jackson (almost) said, it don't matter if you're red or white (we agree, as long as you're warm, boozy, and spiced). Just pick a bottle of red or take a white out of the fridge, because hey, it's mulling time. Mulled Pomegranate Warmer Classic Mulled Wine Wine 'n' Whiskey Toddy Search Related Topics:  traditional mulled wine recipe  holidays with wine  warm wine favorites Related Searches Holiday Recipe Cocktails Hot Chilly Eggnog Cookie Recipe Featured Articles How to Make Marshmallows Vegetarian Party Dips and Appetizers Honey Spiced Cornish Hens Favorite Holiday Cookie Recipes Puerto Rican Rice Pudding Scrumptious Seafood Hors D'Oeuvres   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Today newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2013 About.com   Popular Links This Month's New Heavy Metal Albums Write a Perfect Cover Letter Managing Anxiety Through Diet and Exercise   Follow us on: Advertisement