These hot drink recipes will boost your temperature (and mood) on blustery winter nights. Long day shoveling snow and scraping ice off your car? That's exactly why we provided a spiked option for each.
Beth of Tasty Yummies says this recipe has both the rich silkiness of hot cocoa and the spiciness of a chai. Bonus: It's dairy-free, nut-free, vegan, and Paleo-friendly.
Spike it: Heat things up with a shot of spiced rum, tequila, or bourbon.
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This spiked coffee from Amy at Living Locurto is a coffee lover's dream. The butterscotch and caramel sauce may just convert you non-coffee peeps, too.
Unspike it: Substitute butterscotch syrup for the butterscotch schnapps.
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You'll swear off dry cocoa mixes for good after trying this white hot chocolate recipe from No. 2 Pencil. Tip: Use high-quality white chocolate like Ghirardelli for optimal sweetness and flavor.
Spike it: Spice it up with a little spiced rum.
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This apple cranberry cider from Real Housemoms is perfect for parties. The morning of your soirée, just toss the ingredients in a slow cooker, cover, and cook for two hours.
Spike it: An ounce of rum or whipped vodka is sure to make your guests warm and fuzzy inside.
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Taylor of Food Faith Fitness promises this steamer has all the sweet butteriness of a gingersnap cookie, minus the actual butter. Not to mention, it takes less than a minute to make!
Spike it: For an even creamier version, stir in a shot of Irish Cream.
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For years, people have been sipping hot toddies to cure common cold symptoms. This cinnamon-spiced hot toddy from Everyday Dishes & DIY is a perfect remedy for whatever ails you, even if it's just everyday stress.
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This peppermint mocha coffee from Love Grows Wild guarantees you a high from its steaming hot awesomeness. Plus, at only 140 calories, it gives you another reason to be on cloud nine.
Spike it: A splash of Kahlua Peppermint Mocha delivers an extra dose of minty marvel.
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No espresso machine, no problem. You can still brew this pumpkin spice latte like a pro, thanks to this recipe from The Magical Slow Cooker. Feeling ambitious? Whip up your own homemade whipped cream topping, too.
Spike it: For a little extra spice, add some vanilla vodka.
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In Old English, wassail was a cheerful toast meaning "be well." Drink to your health with this updated version from Susan of Fat Free Vegan Kitchen.
Spike it: Want to drink wassail like Shakespeare? Add a little brandy. Traditionally, wassail was an alcoholic drink.
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