Decadent Holiday Beverages

Desert Drinks for Your Holiday Gathering

Cindy Marcelle
The holidays are a time for to break your diet, plunge into a mountain of calories, and gorge yourself on decentness reserved only for the winter months of calibrations. These drinks aren't for the weak of heart. They are very high in sugar, loaded with calories, and heavy on the booze, so remember to be responsible while enjoy these drinks with loved ones this holiday season.

Hanukah Hurricane

This is a large drink that packs 8 different shots in it and is perfect for celebrating the start or close of your Hanukah festivities.

1 oz. Light Rum

1 oz. Vodka

1 oz. Barkeeper's Call

1 oz. Gin

1 oz. White Tequila

2 oz. White Cr�ame de Cacao

2 oz. Blue Curacao

2 oz. White Chocolate Liquor

2 oz. Orange Juice

� c. Ice

1 Whole Orange, Peeled and Frozen

Chocolate Shavings for garnish

Blend together and serve in Hurricane glass. Garnish with Orange Twist and chocolate shavings.

Moose Tracks

This drink is my take on the classic Mudslide and was inspired by my partner's favorite ice cream.

1 � oz. Vodka

2 oz. Cr�ame de Cacao

2 oz. Coffee Liquor

1 oz. Butterscotch Schnapps

1 � oz. Heavy Cream

� c. Ice

4-8 oz. Cold Black Coffee

Nutello and Mini Marshmallows for garnish

Blend together and serve in Hurricane glass. Garnish with a drizzle of Nutello and top with Mini Marshmallows.

Buttered Buck

This drink was inspired by my pet rabbit, Butters. He is a Butterscotch Dwarf and his markings mimic the flecks of gold in the drink.

1 oz. Whiskey

1 oz. Goldschlogger Liquor

� oz. Butterscotch Schnapps

4-6 oz. Ginger Ale

Build in a Highball glass over ice. Top with soda and stir briefly.

Santa is a Nutty Irish Man

My partner dreamt of this drink when he learned about Frangelico and I can guarantee that this is one delicious dream.

2 oz. Frangelico

1 � oz. Irish Cream Liquor

1 oz. Coffee Liquor

1 oz. Heavy Cream

� oz. White Chocolate Liquor

Shake Frangelico, Irish Cream, Coffee Liquor, and Heavy Cream together in a Boston Shaker with ice and strain into a Large Rocks coated glass filled with ice.

Published by Cindy Marcelle

Cindy is no stranger to small town life, and growing up in Vermont she has learned to respect harsh winters, hot summers, and beautiful fall foliage. She lives in a cabin in the mountains with her partner a...  View profile

  • Hanukah Hurricane, Moose Tracks
  • Buttered Buck, Orange Dreamsical
  • Santa is a Nutty Irishman
These desert style drinks are sure to please your guests this holiday season.

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