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Saturday, December 3, 2011

Holiday Cocktail Recipes from the Mixologists of William Grant & Sons

With the holidays quickly approaching, I wanted to share some spirited cocktail recipes with you from the mixologists of William Grant & Sons. Sure to make any celebration unforgettable, these delicious recipes are a great option for your readers as they plan their holiday festivities.

What better way to celebrate the season with friends and family that with a delightful punch? Easy to prepare and even easier to enjoy, the Hendrick’s Hot Gin Punch is sure to be a warming welcome for any guest. Craving a decadent holiday treat? Made with chocolate and whipped cream, Milagro’s Oaxaca Chakas is the perfect little indulgence.

With homemade cinnamon ginger syrup, Sailor Jerry spiced rum and fresh lime, the Horis’ Juice is a refreshing cure for the winter blues and will be remembered long after the last gift is opened.

Horis’ Juice Cocktail Recipe

2 part Sailor Jerry Rum
.25 part fresh lemon juice
.25 part fresh lime juice
.5 part homemade cinnamon ginger syrup (1:1:1) ratio
4 part hot black tea
dash of walnut bitters

Boil tea. Add rum, juices, syrup into empty mixing glass. Slowly add tea. Stir. Add dash of bitters. Stir and sip at desired warm temperature

Elk’s Toddy Cocktail Recipe

1 part Hudson Manhattan Rye
1 part Port
.5 part simple syrup
.25 part fresh lemon
2 parts hot water

Combine all ingredients in a warm mug - Stir and finish with a spritzed orange peel and delicate dusting of fresh nutmeg

Oaxaca Chakas Cocktail Recipe

2 parts Milagro SBR Anejo
.75 parts Agave nectar
1 parts Heavy whipping cream
2 parts Milk
1 scoop Oaxacan chocolate powder
1 scoop freshly whipped cream (Optional)

Mix all ingredients in a pot and heat until boiling. Serve in a coffee cup and top with freshly whipped cream. Boil tea. Add rum, juices, syrup into empty mixing glass. Slowly add tea. Stir. Add dash of bitters. Stir and sip at desired warm temperature

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