15 Hot (Boozy) Drink Recipes for Cold Nights (2024)

Hot, boozy drinks are one of our favorite things when the colder months of the year roll around, so we've found a whole winter's worth of drinks to warm you up throughout all the dinner parties, outdoor excursions and the quiet nights at home by the fire pit. Take this time to invest in some good glassware, too, because these hot co*cktails are a must-try!

5-Ingredient Mulled Wine Recipe

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This warm winter co*cktail only uses five ingredients and is the ideal bev for parties, winter weddings, or just for a cozy night in. (via Brit + Co.)

Spiked Lattes

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While we don’t suggest spiking your morning coffee on the way to work, this warm winter drink just might rid you of your hangover on a lazy Sunday. (via Brit + Co.)

Mulled Cider With Cloved Oranges

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Though this cold weather drink isn’t normally spiked, a nice splash of bourbon, rum, or brandy in this cider will do the trick. (via Brit + Co.)

Hot Buttered Rum

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If you’ve ever wondered what the Harry Potter butterbeer tastes like, we imagine it’s something like this. You don’t have to be a wizard to make this hot alcoholic beverage though. Just remember to keep it hot in a Crock-Pot for your guests. (via Brit + Co.)

Chai Hot Toddy

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Hot chocolate and traditional toddies get a lot of play during the holidays, but don’t sleep on chai. It’s spicy, sweet, and can really liven up a party. It's a great warm co*cktail for fall and for winter. (via Brit + Co.)

Easy Hot Toddy

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This light and bright warm beverage is just the right thing if you’re feeling sniffly. (via Brit + Co.)

Slow-Cooker Mulled Reisling

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A pot of mulled wine in the slow cooker will make your house smell like a cinnamon-orange candle. Plus this hot co*cktail recipe tastes uh-maze-ing. (via Brit + Co.)

Vegan Slow Cooker Hot Cocoa

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Goodness gracious. The gold touch on the rims the coconut cream mound on top make this the perfect hot drink to sip on this season. Throw your favorite liqueur into this hot chocolate and you’ll be hooked. (via Brit + Co.)

Mulled Wine Hot Chocolate

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Chocolate and wine? Our two favorite things put together into one big hot co*cktail for winter, what could be better? (via Brit + Co.)

Warm Mulled Wine

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This cinnamon-y hot drink with alcohol comes together in your slow cooker and can be served out of the same vessel too. (via Saveur)

Apple Pie Moonshine Hot Toddy

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This honey and lemon infused co*cktail is the perfect solution to warm up a cold evening. (via Barley and Sage)

Irish Coffee With Cocoa Whipped Cream

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This super sweet Irish coffee recipe is also dairy-free, for all to enjoy. (via Chef Bai)

Hot Apple Cider Wassail

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The robust, sweet flavors of this hot apple cider simmer together perfectly in a slow cooker. (via A Spicy Perspective)

Naughty and Nice Cinnamon Toddy

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Bourbon pairs with cinnamon and honey to create a drink that lives up to its name! (via Half-Baked Harvest)

Spiced Pear Mulled Wine

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This warm drink tastes like fall in a cup and is super easy to put together. (via Amanda Wilens)

What are your fave hot co*cktails to stay toasty on those chilly nights? Follow us on Pinterest or join our newsletter for more ideas for the best hot co*cktails!

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Our classic Hot Toddy, mulled wine, and spiked hot chocolate are the boozy drinks you need to warm up when cold weather strikes. Looking to get festive? Our peppermint bark mimosas, sugar cookie martinis, and jingle juice are sure to put everyone in the Christmas spirit.

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What's in a hotty toddy? ›

Hot toddy is a warming drink combining water, whiskey, honey and lemon juice. It is often drunken as a nightcap and traditionally taken as a remedy to help ease the symptoms of colds and flu.

What liquor warms you up? ›

  • Bourbon Citrus Sipper.
  • Earl Grey Hot Buttered Rum.
  • Hibiscus-Tequila Toddy.
  • Hot Orange Sipping Tea.
  • Light Cranberry Hot Toddy.
  • Make-It-Mine Mulled Wine.
  • Raspberry Cocoa with Chocolate-Hazelnut Cream.
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What is the best alcohol to drink in the summer? ›

At home in any number of fizzy, refreshing drinks, gin is perhaps the perfect summer spirit. Classic drinks of the season include such venerables as the Tom Collins, the Gin Rickey and of course, the Gin and Tonic, along with a number of cooling relatives.

Which drink keeps you warm in winter? ›

Warm beverages like herbal teas, hot water with lemon, or ginger tea can temporarily raise our body temperature due to their warmth and specific properties. Read on as we list beverages you can add to your winter diet to keep your body warm.

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  • Caffè corretto.
  • Espresso martini.
  • Irish coffee.
  • Jägerbomb.
  • Kahlúa.
  • Rev.
  • Rum and co*ke.
  • Vodka Red Bull.

Which rum is best in winter? ›

It's all about the rum, and we suggest going for Bacardi Superior Rum, Havana Club Añejo Especial and Appleton Estate Signature Blend Rum.

Is vodka best for winter? ›

Come winter, many drinkers switch to brown spirits. That's a mistake, though—vodka can make great co*cktails for the colder months. We've rounded up our favorite creamy, spicy, or boozy vodka co*cktail recipes to get you through winter. When the weather gets cold, a rich, creamy drink is the way to go.

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Another hot drink great for cold weather is herbal tea. Herbal teas are great any time of the day and are a flavourful way to stay hydrated all winter long. You can choose from varieties such as linden, lemon balm, white tea, green tea, hibiscus, rosehip, ginger, sage, mint, or echinacea teas.

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Irish whiskey, known for its gentle, fruity notes, or wheated bourbons like Maker's Mark, which are milder and sweeter, are ideal choices. These types of whiskey, combined with honey's natural soothing properties and lemon's refreshing tang, create a hot toddy that's both comforting and kind to a sore throat.

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Stay hydrated with water, juice, clear broth or warm lemon water with honey. Avoid caffeine and alcohol, which can dehydrate you. Eat chicken soup. Chicken soup and other warm fluids, such as warm apple juice or tea, can be soothing and loosen congestion.

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