The tree is twinkling, Bing Crosby’s on the stereo and a warm, boozy big-batch cocktail is simmering aromatically in the kitchen. Yum. Here are 11 cozy recipes for your next holiday get together.
11 Warm and Cozy Big-Batch Cocktails to Make for Your Holiday Bash
Published Dec 4, 2017
Slow Cooker Holiday Wassail
This uber-easy punch is holiday libation and potpourri in one.
Mulled Cranberry Apple Cider
Best served in a brandy glass with a swizzle of cinnamon.
Swedish Glogg
Pair this Scandinavian mulled wine varietal with gingerbread.
Hot Buttered Rum
Smooth, sweet, salty...and totally decadent.
Garnish With Lemon
Hot Ginger Cider Cocktails
Leave this spicy punch in the slow cooker and have guests ladle up themselves.
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Holiday Spiced Wine
Hello, citrusy winter sangria.
Red Wine Hot Chocolate
The happiest marriage since Will and Kate.
Slow-cooker Cranberry Hot Toddies
Basically the drink equivalent of your fave cashmere sweater.
Spiced Vanilla Pear Apple Cider
This jazzed-up piping cider is best served as a dessert beverage.
Spiked Coconut Vanilla Steamer
Ditto this creamy, frothed concoction.
Hot Spiced Cranberry Cocktail
Yes, simmering your own fresh cranberries does, in fact, make you the greatest hostess of all time.
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