Winter Drinks

Whether you’re entertaining this winter or just like to get cozy by the fire, these two drinks will warm you hat to socks.

I’ve always been fond of a Hot Toddy, such a perfect drink for the festive holiday season and if you haven’t already tried it yourself, it is so supremely delicious. Then, of course, is the Winter Pimm’s Punch. Perhaps you’ve tried the summer treat, but omg, warm it up and it is legit winter in a glass! Try them both, snap a pic, and send me your creations! Cheers!

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Hot Toddy

INGREDIENTS

50 ml whiskey

3 tbsp honey

1 cinnamon stick, snapped in half

1 lemon, half juice, half slices

2 cloves

INSTRUCTIONS

Step 1

Whisk whiskey and honey together and split it between 2 heatproof glasses.

Add cinnamon sticks to each glass.

Top off with 200 ml boiling water 

Step 2

Add a splash of lemon juice to each glass, then taste and add more to your liking

Finish off each glass with a slice of lemon and a studded clove.

Serve immediately.

Winter Pimm’s Punch

INGREDIENTS

500ml Pimm’s Gin

500 ml Brandy

1 ½ apple juice

ice

2 cinnamon sticks

apple, sliced

rosemary (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS

Step 1

Combine the Pimm’s and Brandy with apple juice in a jug that is filled with ice, cinnamon sticks, and sliced apple and orange (because, why not!)

Tip: This drink serves up nicely when warm. Gently heat the ingredients and then add fruit (skip the ice!)

Photography by Patricia Brochu