My wife requested a festive cocktail and this is my Christmas take on a brandy crusta for the season. Potentially, an improvement on the classic. It was
Coffee, rich, cacao, bitter, sweet. Taking a bite of the garnish before having a sip of the drink, really brings out the cherry flavour as well.
For fans of Old Fashioned and Manhattans but using completely different ingredients. A nice after dinner sipper, if I do say so myself.
With hot toddy's often being associated with the cold/flu season, using immune-boosting tea instead of just water was used to help combat the winter
If there are two drinks which remind me of Christmas, they're Egg Nog and the holiday London Fog from my local cafe. Rather than the typical Earl
A somewhat boozy cocktail with hint of smoke, cherry sweetness and holiday spice. My preferred mezcal is Bozal Tobasiche which has some earthy and chocolaty
My family lives all over the world. One part of the world that my family lives in is The Netherlands. Every year, whether we celebrate in person or make
My own creation, that I and my friends really enjoy.
This is a booze forward cocktail so proper dilution is key.
Cherries & berries with added fizz
My after Christmas drink in cold Netherlands looking for a candy tasting cocktail.
Riff on Blood and Sand- sort off.
Meaning 'The Three Kings', this cocktail is based on the flavours of Ponche Navideño, a spiced fruit punch enjoyed in Mexico, traditionally
Navy Gin combined with Heering Cherry is MAGIC. Optional spicy bitters (which add a lovely lift to the finish) are available at drinks shops or online.
Fruity and smoky flavours with a chocolate undertone. Best with fresh coconut juice and lightly peated whisky.
Add all ingredients to a mixing tin. Add ice, shake for 5-10 seconds, and then strain into an Old Fashioned glass. Garnish with a maraschino cherry on
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