A Spot of Holiday Cheer

November 2, 2009

A small part of what I love about the holiday season is the food.  I love fall-themed desserts and winter drinks.  My favorite coffee shops are serving up Gingerbread Lattes and Winter Dream Tea Lattes (Yum!). To celebrate the arrival of the holidays and the wonderful drinks that come with it, Lenox and TwitterMoms want to know what my favorite drink of the season is so here it goes!  My favorite hot drink (besides tea and lattes?) is spiced cider.  And when you brew it at home, it gives off a lovely scent!  Here is one easy recipe, courtesy of Epicurious!

spicedciderSpiced Cider Cup

Ingredients:

  • 1 quart sweet cider
  • 1 two-inch cinnamon stick
  • 1/2 teaspoon whole cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon whole allspice

Preparation:

Combine the ingredients in a saucepan and heat to the boiling point. Remove from the heat and allow the spices to steep for 3 or 4 hours. Strain, chill and serve with ice cubes in tumblers or goblets. If you like, the drink may be reheated and served in 8-ounce mugs.

So tell me…what are you favorite holiday drink?

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