The Best Spirits to Warm Up Your Winter

The temperature is dropping quickly outside, and you might be looking for a way to warm up this winter. One of the best ways to do so is to enjoy a delicious cocktail. Cocktails come in many flavors, and some are perfect for warming you up when the temperature drops. What are a few examples?

1. White Hot Chocolate Spiked with Bourbon

One example you may want to explore is white hot chocolate. Hot chocolate is one of the most popular beverages when the weather gets cold outside, and you might be interested in white hot chocolate, which has an exciting twist! If you really want it to warm you up this winter, consider adding some of your favorite bourbon. If you aren't a fan of bourbon, Kahlua should work well also. Consider giving it a try!

2. Maple Bourbon Chai Tea

Lots of people love the spices that come with chai tea, particularly when the temperature begins to drop, and if you want it to warm you up, you may want to add some maple bourbon! For example, there are several companies that produce smoked maple bourbon that you can add. If you really want it to have some extra kick, consider adding a few cinnamon sticks. They could be the perfect beverage to keep you warm this winter.

3. A Moscow Mule

There is nothing quite like a Moscow Mule during winter, and the signature copper mug will immediately give it away. If you want to make a delicious Moscow Mule, all you need is some vodka, lime juice, and ginger beer. Of course, this is also the perfect opportunity to try something new! You may want to consider adding some cinnamon sticks, and you might even want to brew a large batch with some fresh cloves. There are plenty of exciting twists you can put on this popular beverage.

4. The Classic Old Fashioned

Finally, when the sun goes down, there is nothing quite like a delicious, classic old-fashioned to end the day. This recipe is relatively straightforward. All you need is some sugar, angostura bitters, bourbon, and an orange twist you can use for garnish. It takes a bit of practice to make a delicious old-fashioned, but at McCray’s Tavern, we have a signature one you can try. If you want to warm yourself up this winter, consider giving our old-fashioned a taste!

Visit McCray’s Tavern in Smyrna for the Best Winter Cocktails

At McCray’s Tavern, it has been our honor to serve the Smyrna area, and it would be our pleasure to take care of your friends and family this winter. We have a diverse menu that is perfect for everyone, and we have plenty of holiday cocktails you can try as well! We run specials from time to time, so visit our restaurant if you want to learn more or to pick up a restaurant gift card. We would love to ring in the holiday season with you and your family.