It's getting very very cold outside in my neighborhood these days. Very cold. If you're anything like me, one of the best things about winter weather is getting cozy next to a fire and sipping from a steaming mug of hot cocoa. What's better than hot cocoa? Try some cocoa filled with booze. Below is the once-secret recipe for my favorite wintertyme drink - The Fireside. It's got all the minty chocolaty goodness you crave on a cold December night, with a little bit of kick to keep it interesting.
The Fireside
Mint Version
1 oz Southern Comfort (bourbon works as well)
1 oz Creme de Menthe
1 oz Peppermint schnapps
1 oz Creme de Cacao
1 packet of instant hot cocoa (I use Land O' Lakes or Swiss Miss)
Peppermint stick or candy cane for garnish
Cinnamon Version
Cinnamon Version
1 oz Southern Comfort
1.5 oz Cinnamon Schnapps
1.5 oz Cinnamon Schnapps
1 oz Creme de Cacao
1 packet of instant hot cocoa
Cinnamon stick for garnish
Instructions:
Mix liquors in the bottom of a mug and add cocoa mix. Add hot milk or water as preferred to make the cocoa and stir all ingredients. Layer on top with whipped cream or marshmallows and drizzle a small amount of creme de menthe or cinnamon schnapps to add a red or green flair. Garnish with a peppermint or cinnamon stick to complete the festive look. Serve hot.
Mix liquors in the bottom of a mug and add cocoa mix. Add hot milk or water as preferred to make the cocoa and stir all ingredients. Layer on top with whipped cream or marshmallows and drizzle a small amount of creme de menthe or cinnamon schnapps to add a red or green flair. Garnish with a peppermint or cinnamon stick to complete the festive look. Serve hot.
Enjoy!
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