Clementine and Spice Infused Scotch

  Sarah at Craftbite.com offers us this outstanding infusion, which uses the classic ingredients of a mulled wine to impart a robust, slightly sweet flavor to Highland Harvest Organic Scotch. Start with 750mL of Highland Harvest in a sealable glass container, such as a Mason jar. Add four clementines, sliced, one cinnamon stick, and six…

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Homemade Spiced Rum

Making your own spiced rum is a fine way to add a truly unique spirit to your liquor shelf, or to better appreciate the art of crafting a fine spiced rum. It is also easier than you might think. Start with 750mL of Papagayo Platinum Rum in a 1L glass jar. Add a wood stave, which…

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Hot Buttered Rum

Hot buttered rum is an American tradition dating back to colonial times, and a surefire hit at any holiday-season gathering. It’s also an ideal party cocktail because it can be prepared ahead of time. The first step is to make a batter. Combine 8 ounces (2 sticks) of organic butter with 1.5 cups brown sugar,…

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The Vermonter

Local apples are sweetening up on the trees as the cold nights of autumn approach, and this cocktail takes full advantage of the seasonal bounty. Start with two ounces of Vodka 14. Add a dash of cinnamon, a dash of whole cloves, and muddle. Shake this over ice with two ounces of fresh apple cider…

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Hot Cider Rum Punch

Hot mulled cider is the perfect cold-weather warmer, and here it gets a boost from organic fruit juice and rum. Begin by inserting a clove into the center of each slice of a quartered orange. Place the orange slices in a large pot on the stovetop with 1 cup of Papagayo Organic Platinum Rum, 4…

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