Warm Drinks to Melt Away Holiday Stress

You have spent the past few months fighting the crowds in the stores to purchase those perfect gifts. Hours of your time have gone into preparations for family gatherings, parties and holiday events. Now New Year's Day is here. So whether you have plans to relax away some of that lingering stress today from the holidays or you have yet another family get together, here are some simple New Year's drink recipes you will enjoy.

Coconut Brownie

2 oz. Captain Morgan Original Spiced Rum
4 oz hot chocolate
whipped cream
toasted coconut (optional)
cocoa powder (optional)

Preparations: Mix the hot chocolate and Spiced Rum together in a tall coffee mug or footed mug. Top with whipped cream. If you choose to, sprinkle with toasted coconut or cocoa powder. This is a great selection to place on your New Year's Day Menu. It is best served after dinner.

Polar Bear Hot Chocolate

1 oz. Irish Cream
1 oz. Peppermint Schnapps
4 - 6 oz. Hot Chocolate
Whipped Cream (optional)
Cinnamon (optional)

Preparations: Mix hot chocolate, Irish Cream and Peppermint Schnapps together in a coffee mug. This warm drink is best when topped with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Apple Sin and Cider

1 oz. Hot Damn Cinnamon Schnapps
4 - 6 oz. Hot Apple Cider
Cinnamon Stick (optional)

Preparations: Mix the cinnamon Schnapps and apple cider together in a glass coffee mug. Garnish with a cinnamon stick (optional).