Six Bourbon Hot Drinks to Enjoy

There are many reasons you may want to enjoy a hot bourbon drink, from cold weather comfort to the heat enhancing the aromas and flavors of the bourbon. Whether you prefer sweet or spicy hot bourbon drinks, we’ve rounded up our favorite six for you to try. 

Bourbon Hot Chocolate

The sweetness from the hot chocolate marries with the vanilla and oak notes of the bourbon to create an indulgent drink. Simply add 2 oz of bourbon to your hot chocolate, you can add sugar for extra sweetness or ¼ cup of heavy cream for extra richness. Top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings to create the perfect winter bourbon drink.

Bourbon Kentucky Coffee

For the coffee lovers amongst us, Bourbon Kentucky Coffee combines freshly brewed coffee with bourbon to create the perfect caffeinated treat. This drink is perfect for an after-dinner refreshment or to simply enjoy during the colder evenings.

Bourbon Hot Toddy

The Bourbon Hot Toddy takes the classic cocktail but adds bourbon for extra warmth. This warm and soothing drink combines the rich bourbon flavor with the sweetness from the honey and citrus from the lemon to create a well-balanced hot drink.

Hot Bourbon Apple Cider

Combining the warmth and spiced notes from the bourbon with spiced apple cider, a Hot Bourbon Apple Cider is the perfect winter beverage. Simply add one cup of heated spiced apple cider to 2 oz of bourbon, you can also add a cinnamon stick and other spices to create the perfect flavor profile for you.

Hot Buttered Bourbon

This cozy cocktail is created by making a spiced butter mixture using ½ cup of softened unsalted butter, ¼ cup brown sugar, ¼ cup of honey, ½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon of ground nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Simply mix those ingredients to create your butter mixture, then add 1-2 tablespoons into a heatproof mug, add 2 oz of bourbon on top, fill with hot water, and stir until the butter mixture has dissolved.

Bourbon Mulled Wine

You can buy mulled wine already prepared or make your own. To make your own you need a bottle of red wine, ¼ cup of bourbon, ¼ cup of honey or maple syrup, an orange, a lemon, two cinnamon sticks, 6-8 whole cloves, and 3-4 star anise. Heat the red wine on a stove, adding the bourbon and honey or maple syrup, then add the rest of your ingredients stirring throughout. Do not let the mixture reach a boil but ensure it is heated thoroughly, simmering for approximately 20 minutes. Strain your mixture and pour it into a heatproof glass for a rich and warm drink.The versatility of whiskey cannot be understated, take a look at our bourbon cocktail recipes both warm and cold today.