Mulled Cider
"Mulled," meaning heated and spiced, is a technique used with wine and cider. Rachael Ray’s recipe for mulled cider combines cinnamon, lemon, clove, and fresh nutmeg. The result? A hot and spicy drink that’s so soothing, you'll want to whip one up every night.

Mulled Wine
This holiday classic is quick to make, and perfect on a cold winter's night. Make it with a Swedish twist by adding aquavit or brandy, and then you'll have glogg.

Mama's Eggnog
This chilled Christmas beverage includes milk or cream, eggs, sugar, nutmeg, and liquor. Rum was the original spirit, but brandy and whiskey are also common additions. Paula Deen puts a southern spin on her Mama’s Eggnog by adding Bourbon.

Champagne Punch
The word punch is believed to have been derived from the Hindi word pac, meaning five, since early punches contained five key ingredients: sugar, lemon, arrack, water, and tea. For a sweet and celebratory drink, try Sandra Lee's Champagne punch.

Peppermint Hot Chocolate
In the 16th century, Spaniards made hot chocolate using ground cocoa beans, water, wine, and peppers. Once this creation made its way to England, milk was added and the drink became a popular after dinner treat. For a seasonal twist on the traditional, whip up Peppermint Hot Chocolate.

More Holiday Drinks:

Alcoholic

• Cranberry Bog Cocktail


• White Grape, Tangerine, and Asti Spumante Punch


• Hot Punch: Ponche


• Brandy Milk Punch


• Cranberry Hot Toddies


• Sparkling Punch


• Hot Cider Rum Punch


• Hot Tea Toddy


• Kir Spritzers


• Spiced Cider

Non-Alcoholic

• Lemon Ginger Toddy


• Eggnog


• Hot Cocoa


• Persimmon Punch (Soo Jeung Ga)


• White Chocolate Hot Cocoa