The first snow in Salt Lake is falling...at this very moment! The glistening white flakes are beautiful and the new chill in the air has me craving a drink that will warm me from the inside. Here are two hot drinks that are a hit with my family. At least one of these drinks are guaranteed to be served at Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years. Nothing tastes better after a long day on the slopes than a hot drink to help you defrost. Both recipes use traditional flavors, but each are just different enough to stand out and make an impression. I hope you'll all try at least one this season!Hot Almond Drink
10 cups water
1 cup sugar
6 oz. frozen orange juice concentrate
6 oz. frozen lemonade concentrate
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1/2 tsp. almond extract
Combine all ingredients in large pot, heat over stove top and serve warm.
Hot Cranberry Punch
2 cups sugar
1 1/2 cups water
4 cinnamon sticks
Boil sugar, water and cinnamon sticks for 5 minutes. Then add:
2 cups orange juice
1 quart cranberry juice
1 quart water
2 tablespoons lemon juice
Heat through and serve.
*To Garnish: Serve both these drinks with floating round slices of fresh oranges for an added embellishment.
**Gift idea: make a big batch of your favorite winter drink, divide into tall mason jars, decorate with ribbon and attach the recipe with instructions to re-heat. I would LOVE to receive a jar full of warm goodness to drink.
...and may all your Christmas' be white. Enjoy the snow, and Cheers!
3 comments:
very cute. i will definitely be giving these both a try. the almond one sounds delish! i love the snow too-my lights look twice as great with a little powder over them!
I'm always happy when I get a new recipe. Thanks G!
I can't wait to try these! You have no idea how much I love winter drinks. I even getting excited about the mugs and tea cups I drink them in.
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