Drink

Classic Holiday Drinks

November 25, 2009

Toast the season with these 15 traditional tipples, hot spiced wine and the creamy Tom and Jerry.

Ultimate Eggnog — Chef Mary Sue Milliken showed us how to craft this decadent eggnog, which incorporates whipped cream, egg whites, and spices into a pudding-like zabaglione base. Get the recipe for Ultimate Eggnog ».Penny De Los Santos

Pineapple Cranberry Rum Punch — A sprinkling of nutmeg across the top of this easily batched cocktail compliments the molasses-like flavor of two rums softened with pineapple, orange, and cranberry juices. Get the recipe for Pawleys Rum Punch »Farideh Sadeghin

Edisto Eggnog — From Edisto Island in South Carolina hails an eggnog spiked with bourbon and rum. See the recipe for Edisto Eggnog »Ben Fink

Chilled Cider Punch — This chilled cider punch combines the fall flavors of a mulled cider with the celebratory feel of a sparkling punch. See the recipe for Chilled Cider Punch »MacKenzie Smith

Flaming Punch — The name of this flaming red wine punch translates from the German as "punch glow bowl". Light-bodied red wine laced with brandy is an impressive sight when lit aflame before serving. Get the recipe for Flaming Punch (Punschglühbowle)James Oseland

Regent's Punch — This tea-infused champagne punch makes an elegant centerpiece for any festive occasion. Get the recipe for Regent's PunchVanessa Rees

Spiced Wine — Red wine warmed with cloves, cinnamon, lemon, and sugar is a quintessential fall treat. Get the recipe for Spiced WineAndré Baranowski

Tom and Jerry — Experiencing the Tom and Jerry is like sipping a hot toddy through a brandy-laced, nutmeg-dusted froth. Serve this thick, batter-like concoction at your next holiday gathering. Get the recipe for Tom and JerryTodd Coleman

Bourbon Cider — The spiciness of cloves, cinnamon and ginger complement the sweetness of apple and the smokiness of bourbon, to make a drink that is perfect for fall. See the recipe for Bourbon Cider »Todd Coleman

Calvados Hot Toddy — This variation on a toddy combines calvados, a French apple brandy, with hot cider for a drink that's autumn in a glass. Get the recipe for Calvados Hot ToddyLaura Sant

Mulled Apple Cider Concentrate — Cider concentrate is great drizzled over pancakes, added to homemade vinaigrettes or used as a ham glaze. For a quick, warming drink, spoon three tablespoons into a large mug and fill with just-boiled water. Get the recipe for Mulled Apple Cider ConcentrateNicole Franzen

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