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Winter isn’t always the happiest time of the year. Dark evenings and having to wrap up warm just to head to the shop doesn’t exactly inspire jubilation. Luckily, though, it does give you the perfect excuse to stay warm and cozy at home.To help those evenings to pass a little quicker, we’ve tracked down just about the most indulgent cocktails we can find to help you chase those winter blues away.Chili Cinnamon Bourbon Hot Toddy Just the name of this cocktail should warm your insides. First up, gr …

Prohibition in the US was thankfully repealed on December 5th, 1933, meaning a whole bunch of people that had continued to drink to excess, but had been forced to do it in secret speakeasy bars, could basically keep doing it, but in public again and with no fear of getting in trouble.Drinking culture never went away despite the best efforts of the government and, in fact, we have clandestine boozing to thank for a whole bunch of cool cocktails.Here are some to try for yourself.Gin RickeyThis dri …

Halloween is almost upon us, so it’s time to celebrate a holiday that doesn’t really exist for any other reason than an excuse to stuff your face with candy and cart your kids around the neighborhood in cool costumes.Once that’s all done though, why not invite the adults over for a party and surprise—or scare them—with some delicious Halloween inspired cocktails.Here are some ideas for you:Morgue-A-Rita Get it? Morgue? Sounds a bit eery right? And who doesn’t love a good margarita? You’ll need g …

The end of summer is that delicious chance to toast to another year of hard work—assuming you’ve done some—and to wave goodbye to heat of the season. If you’re making the smart choice and throwing a party for you and your buddies, then it’s on you to make sure they stay adequately hydrated.No doubt everyone will bring a six pack and maybe a few bottles of wine, but why not make your party truly memorable by laying on some more exotic drinks for them? Here are three of our favorite party drink re …

When the thermometer looks like it’s about to boil the mercury inside it, you know it’s too hot to do much. In the South, that means it’s time for some sweet tea. Normally it’s pretty straightforward: you take several Lipton tea bags, steep them in a small pot of hot water, and then dilute this mixture in a large pitcher filled with ice. Stir in a couple scoops of sugar and you’re all set. But what if you want something stronger than caffeine and sugar in your glass? Check out these delicious ha …