Fall Drinks

Every autumn the air turns brisk and the leaves turn to various shades of red, yellow, and orange. After a day of being outside, or even a short walk from the car to the house, you may crave a warm-me-up drink. Look no further than the "adult" version of the age-old hot apple cider. There are two variations to this timeless drink. Peach cider requires two parts cider to one part peach schnapps. Add cinnamon sticks and a couple slices of orange to the mix and heat until hot. The longer you cook it, the more of the alcoholic content evaporates out (leaving the peach taste behind). Caramel apple cider is very similar to the first with two parts cider to one part butterscotch schnapps. Add the cinnamon sticks but forgo the orange slices and "Voilà!" you have another amazing drink. If you are in a rush and don't have time to let the drink simmer for 30 minutes or so, add some powdered cinnamon to expediate the process. Bottom line: Your guests will love you and you didn't even have to spend all day slaving over it.