As the Temperatures Dip, Here Are 9 Cocktails to Keep You Cozy

December 6, 2024

From velvety sips to spiced perfection, these warm drinks are as indulgent as they are inviting. Try one (or all!) of these recipes to keep you cozy throughput the season.


1. Classic Hot Toddy

Ingredients:

  • 1 ½ oz bourbon or whiskey
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • ½ fresh lemon (juiced)
  • 1 cup hot water
  • Lemon wheel and cinnamon stick for garnish

Directions:
Combine bourbon, honey, and lemon juice in a mug. Add hot water, stir, and garnish with a lemon wheel and cinnamon stick.

2. Spiked Peppermint Hot Chocolate

Ingredients:

  • 1 ½ oz peppermint schnapps
  • 1 cup rich hot chocolate
  • Whipped cream
  • Crushed candy canes for garnish

Directions:
Prepare hot chocolate, stir in peppermint schnapps, and top with whipped cream and crushed candy canes.

3. Mulled Red Wine

Ingredients:

  • 1 bottle red wine (Merlot or Cabernet recommended)
  • ¼ cup brandy
  • 3 tbsp honey or sugar
  • 1 orange, sliced into rounds
  • 4 cloves
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 2 star anise

Directions:
In a saucepan, combine wine, brandy, honey, and spices. Add orange slices and heat on low (do not boil). Simmer for 20 minutes and serve warm.

4. Rum-Spiked Apple Cider

Ingredients:

  • 1 ½ oz dark rum
  • 1 cup fresh apple cider
  • 1 tsp brown sugar (optional)
  • Cinnamon stick and apple slice for garnish

Directions:
Heat apple cider and brown sugar in a saucepan until warm. Pour into a mug, stir in rum, and garnish with a cinnamon stick and apple slice.

5. Chai Bourbon Latte

Ingredients:

  • 1 ½ oz bourbon
  • 1 cup chai latte (prepared with milk or water)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Frothed milk for topping
  • Sprinkle of cinnamon

Directions:
Prepare chai latte, add bourbon and vanilla, and top with frothed milk. Sprinkle with cinnamon to finish.

6. Irish Coffee

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup hot coffee
  • 1 ½ oz Irish whiskey
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • Whipped cream for topping

Directions:
Mix hot coffee, Irish whiskey, and sugar in a mug. Top with whipped cream.

7. Pumpkin Spice White Russian

Ingredients:

  • 1 oz vodka
  • 1 oz coffee liqueur
  • 2 oz pumpkin spice creamer
  • Ice
  • Sprinkle of nutmeg

Directions:
Fill a glass with ice, add vodka and coffee liqueur, and stir. Pour in pumpkin spice creamer and sprinkle with nutmeg.

8. Hot Buttered Rum

Ingredients:

  • 1 ½ oz dark rum
  • 1 tbsp spiced butter (butter blended with cinnamon, nutmeg, and brown sugar)
  • 1 cup hot water or cider

Directions:
Place spiced butter in a mug, pour in hot water or cider, and stir until melted. Add rum and stir to combine.

9. Gingerbread Hot Toddy

Ingredients:

  • 1 ½ oz whiskey or rum
  • 1 tbsp gingerbread syrup
  • ½ fresh lemon (juiced)
  • 1 cup hot water
  • Cinnamon stick and lemon wheel for garnish

Directions:
Mix whiskey, gingerbread syrup, and lemon juice in a mug. Add hot water and stir. Garnish with a cinnamon stick and lemon wheel.



April 18, 2025
Nantucket, with its misty harbors, salt-kissed breezes, and centuries-old charm, has always been a place where history whispers through every weathered shingle and cobblestone street. This spring, one of the island’s most beloved landmarks, the Veranda House, will once again welcome guests, rising from the ashes of a devastating 2022 fire that necessitated a complete rebuild. Set to reopen in spring 2025, the new Veranda House is a masterpiece of restoration and reinvention. Owned by Procaccianti Companies and managed by TPG Hotels & Resorts as part of the Nantucket Resort Collection, the rebuild was meticulously overseen in collaboration with the town and historic district commission to ensure that the property retained its original federal-style elegance while incorporating modern luxuries and state-of-the-art amenities. First built in 1684, the Veranda House has stood as a symbol of Nantucket’s rich maritime legacy, its wraparound porches offering a front-row seat to the island’s ever-changing seascape. The new design remains true to its original size, scale, and architectural character, seamlessly blending historic integrity with contemporary comforts. Guests will find spa-like ensuite baths in every room, featuring Carrara marble, custom fixtures, and sleek walk-in showers—a nod to modern indulgence without sacrificing classic charm. The 19 redesigned rooms, including the Grand Harborview King with its private balcony and fireplace, exude an intimate, serene luxury. Expanded outdoor gathering spaces now offer even more opportunities for guests to soak in the island’s ambiance, whether sipping coffee at sunrise or toasting the golden hour over Nantucket Harbor. “This reopening marks a significant mile- stone, not just for Veranda House, but for the entire Nantucket community. We are deeply thankful for the community’s unwavering support in bringing this iconic property back to life,” says Paul Hitselberger, EVP of Operations for TPG Hotels & Resorts. The Veranda House is not just a recon- struction—it’s a resurrection, a tribute to Nantucket’s ability to endure, evolve, and enchant. Its doors reopen as a beacon of timeless hospitality, welcoming travelers to a place where history is honored, and every detail—from the breezy verandas to the handcrafted interiors—tells a story. For those who love Nantucket, the Veranda House is a homecoming. Images courtesy of The Veranda House.
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