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5 Boozy Coffee and Tea Drinks for the Holidays

Christopher C.

Friday, December 03, 2021

Earlier this year, David B. came to us from one of our surveys, saying he loved our coffee, was an avid mixologist, and had a bunch of cocktail recipes he wanted to share with us. Obviously, we said to send ‘em over. Boy, did we underestimate how many recipes he’d send! In the spirit of the holidays, we want to share a small slice of David’s recipe book.

When all the hats, gloves, and wool socks in the world can’t keep you toasty this winter, whip up any of these cold-weather cocktails and settle in. They’re sure to warm you up when the temps drop down.

Illustration Black Knight Old Fashioned

Black Knight Old Fashioned

Smoky, sweet, and smooth. Consider substituting Black Knight SWP Decaf for an evening cocktail if you’re concerned about the caffeine.

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz. Black Knight Fresh Roasted Coffee (brew fresh but use at room temperature)
  • 1 oz. bourbon
  • 1/2 oz. simple syrup
  • A dash of Angostura bitters
  • Lemon peel

Instructions:

  1. Combine coffee, bourbon, simple syrup, and bitters in a shaker filled with ice.
  2. Stir for 30 seconds and strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube.
  3. Squeeze lemon peel over the drink, then garnish with the lemon peel.
Illustration Earl Grey Mar-Tea-Ni

Earl Grey Mar-Tea-Ni

A creamy, citrusy, refreshing kick to this traditional cocktail. Surprisingly delightful!

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 oz. gin
  • 1 1/2 oz. Positively Tea’s Earl Grey De La Crème (brew fresh but use at room temperature)
  • 3/4 oz. lemon juice, freshly squeezed
  • 1 oz. simple syrup

Instructions:

  1. Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice.
  2. Shake for 10 - 15 seconds and strain into a martini glass. Enjoy.
Illustration Hot Irish Holiday

Hot Irish Holiday

A rich dessert treat! The spicy tea flavors match perfectly with the apple and sweet cream.

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz. Irish cream liqueur
  • 3 oz. freshly brewed Positively Tea’s Masala Chai
  • 1 oz. apple cider
  • Cinnamon stick

Instructions for a Hot Cocktail:

  1. Mix all the ingredients in a mug. Enjoy!

Also excellent as a Cold Cocktail:

  1. Reduce tea to 2 oz.
  2. Combine first three ingredients in a shaker filled with ice and shake for 10 - 15 seconds.
  3. Strain, add the cinnamon stick.
Illustration Chocolate Stout Affogato

Chocolate Stout Affogato

The best way to describe this one is “decadent!” Coffee + chocolate + ice cream? This is one we’re going to enjoy all year long.

Ingredients:

  • 1 scoop coffee ice cream
  • 2 oz. of your favorite hot Fresh Roasted Coffee, freshly brewed (we used Blackbeard’s Revenge)
  • 1 1/2 oz. chocolate liqueur
  • 4 oz. chocolate stout beer

Instructions:

  1. Place the ice cream in a glass. Pour the hot coffee, chocolate liqueur, and stout over the top. Enjoy!
Illustration European Hot Toddy

European Hot Toddy

People used to drink Hot Toddys to ward off a cold, but don’t wait until you get the sniffles to try this one. It’ll warm you from tip-to-toe. Use Decaf English Breakfast if this is your nightcap.

Ingredients:

  • 8 oz. of Positively Tea’s English Breakfast tea, freshly brewed
  • 1 tablespoon honey, or to taste
  • 1 1/2 oz. brandy
  • 1 tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice, or to taste
  • Lemon wedge
  • Cinnamon stick

Instructions:

  1. In a mug, add the tea and honey. Stir with the cinnamon stick to combine.
  2. Add the brandy and lemon juice and stir.
  3. Garnish with the lemon wedge and leave the cinnamon stick in the hot toddy. Enjoy!
David B
I’m an elementary school teacher from New York and a Home-Mixologist. I love cocktail recipes, cocktail facts, cocktail history, cocktail making, and, of course, cocktail drinking! David B.

Do you have a favorite recipe using Fresh Roasted Coffee or Positively Tea? Let us know! We’d love to share it!

2 Comments

  • LH
    Leslie H.

    I found this recipe on the “innernets” and it is wonderful. I don’t use the simple syrup.😝 Enjoy! Espresso Martini Ice 2 ounces vodka 2 ounces coffee liqueur 2 shots espresso (about 2 ounces) 1 ounce simple syrup (see Tip) (Optional) 6 coffee beans for garnish Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add vodka, coffee liqueur, espresso and simple syrup, if using. Cover and shake until chilled. Strain into two cocktail glasses. Garnish with 3 coffee beans placed on the foam of each cocktail, if desired.

  • AV
    Alyse VM

    Thank you for sharing the recipes. They were easy to capture as screenshots and I’m very much looking forward to trying these out in the coming weeks. Many thanks to David B!

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