For those not able to set sail to warmer climates, here are some delicious drink recipes guaranteed to take the chill off on a cold winter’s night (especially the rum recipe!):
Homemade Hot Chocolate (enough for family)
2 cups whipping cream
6 cups milk
1 tsp vanilla
small pkg chocolate chips (milk or dark chocolate)
Stir all ingredients in a pot on low for an hour, stirring occasionally. Pour into mugs and garnish with whipped cream and sprinkles or cinnamon (optional).
Mulled Wine Cider (for a party or girls night)
Make a spice mix by combining whole cloves, allspice, cinnamon, orange and lemon peels. Boil a bottle of wine with two tablespoons spice mix. Add more spice mix depending on taste. Or Triple Sec can be added for sweetness.
Hot Buttered Rum (for small gathering of friends, great for a game night)
1/2 pound butter (not magarine), room temperature
1/2 pound light brown sugar
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp whole cloves
1/2 tsp nutmeg
1/2 tsp cayenne
1/2 tsp salt (optional)
Bottle of Spiced Rum
Mix all ingredients. Add one tablespoon of mix to four ounces of hot water and then add three ounces of spiced rum. Garnish with cinnamon stick.
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