If it’s a diverse group, start with a base (cider, hot chocolate) that can be spiked with your guests’ choice of spirits. Searing suggests looking into others such as Atholl brose, a Scottish drink similar to eggnog that uses oat-infused water. He also recommends Mexican hot chocolate (more on that below) and said he’s been intrigued by boilo, a Pennsylvania specialty that blends whiskey with honey, spices, fruit and for some people, a boiled-down soda syrup. “Punch is the legendary downfall of every holiday party that goes wrong.”So encourage your guests to drink responsibly while sipping one of these. Hot chocolateYou can also let your friends spike their hot chocolate.

Source: Washington Post December 13, 2018 17:31 UTC