Warming up for the Holidays

Charlie and I survived not only our first major holiday together, but also a weeklong vacation that didn't involve us leaving for a far-off, fun-filled destination. Luckily, we made out pretty well, which has me even more excited for our move next week!

But Thanksgiving was just warm up - we got a busy December ahead as I'm sure you all do as well. So here's a little something to help get you through what I like to refer to as "the Holly Daze".

Winter Warmer
Courtesy of The National
2 oz. Maker's Mark Bourbon
1/2 oz. Pimms No. 1
1/2 oz. lime juice
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1 dash orange bitters
10 rosemary leaves
2-3 oz. hot cider

Combine Maker's Mark, Pimms No. 1, orange bitters, lime juiice, cinnamon and shredded rosemary in a mixing glass and stir for 20 seconds. Strain liquid into a mug and add hot cider. Garnish with fresh grated cinnamon. Finish and repeat.