If the cold weather’s got you in need of a little liquid cheer, look no further. Here’s a multitude of libations featuring seasonal flavors like citrus and spice to get you through whatever winter throws your way. On the rocks, straight up or in a mug, these drinks are just the ticket to keep the heat when the temperature drops.
Irish Coffee
Whether it’s the top of the mornin’ or not, stop by Area Four for an Irish Coffee with Barrington beans and Kilbegga Whiskey to get the blood flowing. Once you get a proper buzz on, you'll be able to face even the most blistering of winds.
Butter Caramel Delight
Add a little sweetness to the cold-weather season with Bokx 109's Butter Caramel Delight, featuring wintertime candy flavors like a house-infused butterscotch vodka and a salted caramel rim.
Iced Hot Chocolate Martini
Coppersmith puts a chilly spin on a winter standby with their Iced Hot Chocolate Martini, featuring Tito's vodka and a festive crushed peppermint rim.
Eggnog Coffee
Davio’s serves up a winter classic with a special caffeine kick. The non-alcoholic Eggnog Coffee comes topped with decadent whipped cream as a special treat for chilly winter nights (or days!)
Foak Dance
Spirit Whisperer Will Isaza of Fairsted Kitchen is shaking things up this season with a cocktail guaranteed to make your taste buds step-ball-change. Foak Dance is a blend of oak-infused vodka, house-made ginger cordial, Lazzaroni Amaretto, egg white, fresh lemon juice and a sprig of rosemary.
Hot Buttered Rum
For the nights when cold booze just won't cut it, head to Henrietta's for a Hot Buttered Rum. Sailor Jerry's Spiced Rum melds with butter, cinnamon, brown sugar, hot water, nutmeg and clove for a drink that will ruddy your cheeks in a flash.
Chapo
Forgo the freezing temps of Boston for warmer climes—in a glass, at least. The Loco bar team serves up the Chapo, a vodka-based cocktail with creamy RumChata, triple sec, salt and lime, garnished with tropical grilled papaya.
Mayflower
Set sail on a wintry cocktail at The Merchant. The Mayflower matches Four Roses bourbon with cold-weather citrus lemon and grapefruit and the herbal touch of lavender for a whole new world of cold-weather drinking.
Drink du Jour
Moonshine 152 puts some brightness in the dark days of winter with daily-changing cocktails. Past offerings have included rum-spiked caramel apple cider, homemade eggnog, mulled wine and boozy coffee concoctions. Step in from the cold to see what the team has in store.
Fig Antica
Find comfort in the Fig Antica cocktail at Mooo this winter. The fig-infused vodka and Carpano Antica sweet vermouth make for a warming evening cocktail before you strap on your skates for a spin around the Boston Common rink.
The Boston Flip
The Precinct bar team has whipped up a classic cocktail of frothy goodness to add some cheer to cold New England nights. The Boston Flip is a mix of bourbon, Madiera, and a whole egg, served with a grated nutmeg garnish.
Maple Bourbon Smash
TAMO features seasonal favorites maple syrup and bourbon in their Maple Bourbon Smash. Citrus and lemon juice add to the flavor for a balanced winter sipper.
Frothy Mexican Hot Chocolate
Temazcal caters to adults and kids alike this season—any age can indulge in Temazcal’s decadent Frothy Mexican Hot Chocolate with Mexican cocoa and steamed milk before braving the winter chill.
Rox-Berry Delight
The bartenders at Tremont 647 have stirred up the standout Rox-berry Delight, with its blend of rosemary, berries and a hint of cardamom guaranteed to make your taste buds feel all warm and fuzzy. Or maybe that’s just the vodka at work.
