Best Hot Cocktails to Keep You Warm this Season

Hot Buttered Rum is a spectacular cocktail based on a tried-and-true recipe of warm cider or water, a lot of melted butter, and plenty of rum to go along with it. The butter lends a velvety taste and feel to the cocktail, and the whole thing feels super festive.

Who doesn’t love Spiked Pumpkin Spice Lattes? You get all the warm fall flavors of the pumpkin spice with a nice jolt of vanilla vodka and Fireball. It’s an excellent, super easy cocktail to make that will certainly bring all the holiday cheer into your life. Plus, you can batch it and make it in a crockpot.

Irish Coffee is one of the most popular and best hot cocktails you can drink. Even better, it’s super simple to make. First, you’ll need premium, high-quality coffee. Then, add a bit of sugar and milk and finish it all with Irish whiskey. You can add Bailey’s Irish Cream if you want to skip a few steps.

This recipe is excellent for a big group of people. First, warm up your cider and wine in a crockpot, then add some aromatics. Honey, cinnamon sticks, anise, cloves, and a touch of orange zest make this cider sing. You can keep it hot all night and serve it to a big group of people with individual cinnamon sticks.

Chai Tea with bourbon is a little more difficult to make than the other on our list, although it’s certainly worth it. If you want a shortcut, use chai tea bags instead of making the chai yourself with water, spice, vanilla, and ginger. Add bourbon to taste, and you’re all set to go.

This take on a hot toddy will warm your soul. Add the maple syrup first, then some bourbon and the apple cider mix. The combination is full of fall flavors, with a sweetness from the maple syrup and a bite from the bourbon.

This cocktail is relatively simple to make and exceptionally delicious. All you need is a high-quality apple cider, some premium maple syrup, and whiskey. Then, add your whiskey to taste and brighten the whole thing with lemon juice.

Parisian Coffee is a highly caffeinated and alcoholic drink that gets its kick from Cointreau and Kahlua. Add some whipped cream and a bit of chocolate on top if you want to be fancy. This coffee is best made individually and served immediately.

We all know and love cold White Russians, but warm White Russian Cocktails are delicious too. The secret ingredient is hot, fresh coffee. Then, add the other components of a White Russian; vodka, milk, and a splash of Kahlua. Whipped cream on top makes this cocktail extra special.

This cocktail is both heavy on the booze and exceptionally lovely and sweet, thanks to a potent combination of Baileys Irish Cream, bourbon, maple syrup, and vanilla. Add some nutmeg on top for a spicy kick to give it a beautiful fall flavor.

Super simple to make and warming on a cold day, Hot Green Tea with Vodka only requires a few ingredients. Take your freshly brewed green sea, add some vodka, and put honey and citrus to taste. You can even make a pot of tea and customize each glass to your guests’ preferences.

This old-school drink is a fanciful and excellent combination of hot water, sugar, and strong liquor. Although you can use any liquor you want, most people use Irish whiskey or scotch. Rum also tastes good in a hot toddy. Add some citrus for a little extra flavor, and you’re good to go.

This cocktail combines two beloved fall flavors; caramel and apples. You also only need a few ingredients to tie it all together. Start with warm apple cider, then add in some dark rum and a bit of cinnamon. Top the whole thing with whipped cream and a generous caramel drizzle, and you have a cocktail to celebrate.

While this cocktail has a few extra ingredients, it’s worth putting together for a fancy party. Ultimately, it comes together quickly if you have spices on hand and can keep it warm in a crockpot. Apple cider, rum, and fall spices all combine for this yummy drink.

Spiked Apple Cider Fall Drink is one of the best hot cocktails around, although you can also drink it cold during those warmer fall days. Spiced rum is the secret to this drink because it lends a whole new flavor to the cocktail. Lemon juice, maple syrup, and ground cinnamon all work spectacularly.