Traditional European Holiday Drinks
December 4, 2024
Creative ideas for your holiday from Europe
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Europe offers a wide variety of traditional holiday drinks that reflect the region’s diverse cultures and tastes.
Here are some favorites:
2. Eierpunsch: A German version of eggnog made with Eierlikör (egg liqueur), white wine, sugar, and spices, often topped with whipped cream .
3. Feuerzangenbowle: A theatrical German drink where a sugar cone soaked in rum is set on fire, dripping caramelized sugar into a pot of mulled wine .
4. Hot Buttered Rum: Popular in various countries, this warm drink combines rum with butter, sugar, and spices for a rich and cozy treat .
5. Hot Chocolate Variations: In Germany, you’ll find versions like the “Tote Tante” (hot chocolate with rum) or spiced hot chocolate with cinnamon and cardamom .
6. Jagertee: Originating from Austria, this hot drink mixes black tea with rum, wine, and spices, perfect for cold winter nights .
7. Advocaat-based Drinks (Snowball): A retro favorite in the UK and Netherlands, this creamy cocktail mixes advocaat (a brandy-based egg liqueur) with lemonade .
8. Wassail: An English tradition, this mulled cider combines apple flavors with spices and is often associated with caroling.
Each of these drinks adds a festive warmth to winter celebrations. If you’d like to explore recipes or learn more about their history, google the exact recipes and see their many interesting variations.
