Creative hot drinks for the winter
Hot winter drinks: après-ski vibes and cosiness
The cold season has its own charm, and having a choice of drinks is just as welcome as in summer. When the temperatures drop and the days get shorter, many yearn for warmth (and après-ski 😉). And what could be better than a selection of yummy hot cocktails that not only delight the palate, but also warm the soul? From traditional classics such as mulled wine to exciting new creations featuring the Trojka Easy Mixers, read on for instructions on how to easily mix these wonderful winter warmers at home.
Après-ski atmosphere in your own living room
When the cold creeps into the bones and the ski resorts open for the ski season, it’s time for a comforting hot drink that warms and tastes good. Ultra popular mulled wine and Kaffee Luz are surely the undisputed stars of the winter months. But did you know you can conjure up tasty hot drinks in just a few seconds with Trojka Easy Mixers? Trojka Caramel, Greench and Savage in particular are excellent for these purposes.
After Christmas and mulled wine, it’s time for other hot drinks
After the Christmas festivities and all that mulled wine, it’s time for a tasty alternative. For the adventurous who like to try something new in their mug and don’t always want to go for the usual fruit spirits or alcoholic punch varieties, here are three recipes for hot cocktails with that extra touch.
You can choose whether you want your hot drink with a higher or lower alcohol content. Perhaps you already have one of the following Trojka Easy Mixers at home? If not, it’s high time to buy Trojka Savage, Trojka Greench or Trojka Caramel. The party can definitely begin!
In a nutshell – compelling recipes
Under the motto “long story short”, here are our top hot drinks.
Crazy Coffee – the sweet seducer
A hot drink with a coffee and caramel flavour, topped with temptingly creamy foam – this is the perfect drink for icy days, whether on the slopes or at home with friends at the weekend. This combination of familiar aromas is always a pleasure and particularly suitable for those with a sweet tooth for whom the classic coffee taste is too bitter. Add a pinch of cocoa powder topping to make this hot Crazy Coffee almost irresistible. Mix it now! Click here for the recipe.
Trojka Caramel – the golden treat
The golden Easy Mixer from Trojka is a dream for anyone who fantasises about bathing in caramel. This liqueur is based on Trojka Vodka, which is refined with a sweet caramel flavour. The delicious flavour not only gives our hot drink that special something, but is also perfect for exceptional cold drink creations such as Caramel Coke.
Hot Frog – the evergreen among Trojka hot drinks
A Hot Frog (also known as “Fröschli” in après-ski or carnival circles) is a perfect drink that’s incredibly quick to prepare. Trojka Greench, hot water and a handful of fresh mint make for a tasty low-alcohol drink. The special thing about this “literal” evergreen is the attractive pastel green appearance. Do you only have Trojka Green to hand? No problem, the only other thing you need is a peppermint teabag in hot water.
Trojka Greench – the classic with peppermint
Although often confused with our bestselling Trojka Green, Greench scores with an additional flavour of peppermint. It was developed to make the preparation of the Fröschli even faster, as the peppermint tea bag can be omitted with Greench. But you don’t always have to go for simple, quick drinks (although we are fans of straightforward preparation, without a doubt). This Trojka liqueur can also be used for more sophisticated and flavourful hot cocktails. Let your creativity run wild.
Good to know – the perfect ingredients for hot (and non-alcoholic) drinks
Cream or winter spices such as cinnamon, vanilla or cardamom lend hot drinks a festive note and an extra dose of cosiness. You might have some of these Christmas ingredients left over, in which case they’re now perfect for adding a seasonal touch to your hot cocktails. The combination of cream and cinnamon exudes the enticing scent of freshly baked Christmas biscuits, while vanilla adds a sweet warmth and cardamom an exotic, spicy note.
But that’s not all! You can also get creative and use sweet syrups such as maple or caramel to add an extra touch to your hot drink. Or how about rum candy to spice up the beverage?
Hot drinks not only taste wonderful, but are also perfect for serving on winter outings with friends and family. They provide warmth from the inside and create a cosy atmosphere. So the next time you get together, surprise your loved ones with a specially prepared selection of fabulous hot drinks – they’ll love you for it! Enjoy the magical winter season together and the warm, delicious moments it brings with it.
