These Three Cocktails Can Heat You Up Easily

When the weather gets cold outside, sometimes all we want to do is cuddle up with a flannel blanket, thick fuzzy socks and a hot drink. Warm up with these easy to make winter cocktails that will heat you up in no time!

Goodnight Tip – nothing says relaxation like a nice cup of chamomile tea. Add a little honey and Cointreau for a twist! Cointreau is orange flavored liqueur.

• 7 oz. chamomile tea, freshly brewed
• ½ oz. Cointreau
• ½ oz. honey
• Slice of lemon – optional

Pour the tea, Cointreau and honey into a coffee mug. Stir well to combine and garnish with lemon slice.

Mulled Wine – We are lovers of wine here! So we had to add this belly-warming recipe to the list!

• 1 bottle of red wine
• 1 peeled, sliced orange – keep peel to add to pot for a zest
• ¼ cup of brandy
• 8-10 cloves
• 3 cinnamon sticks
• 1/3 cup of honey or sugar – can be cut in half if you’re not huge on drinks that are too sweet
• 1 tsp. fresh ginger

Combine all ingredients in a large pot or slow cooker. Warm ingredients on medium heat – avoid boiling. Do this for 20-30 minutes. Stir occasionally to make sure all sugar is dissolved. When wine is steaming, ladle into mugs.

Hot Cider Toddy – one of our faves for the chilly season! It sweet, tart and warms your insides wonderfully.

• 2 oz. whiskey or apple brandy
• 1 tsp. sugar
• Hot apple cider
• Garnishes: cinnamon stick, lemon wedge, 2-3 whole cloves – optional

Coat the bottom of a mug with honey. Add the whiskey. Fill to the top with hot cider. Stir well. Garnish with lemon, cloves and cinnamon stick.