It’s Sugar Steals Week and we’re in the mood for a sweet drink! Before we start on our recipes, you’ll probably need a few drinkware items to enjoy them. TODAY ONLY, we’re taking 20% off of our ENTIRE drinkware collection which includes 40+ mug designs and our popular Brown Sugar Babe Vibranium Thermos. They’re all perfect for sipping on your holiday drinks!Want to add some variety to your drink menu this holiday season? These five deliciously festive drinks are super easy to make and all have brown sugar as the feature ingredient! Brown Sugar Mojitosphoto via TripAdvisorIf you want something chilled, you can’t go wrong with this minty refreshing beverage.Ingredients (serves 6):1 Bunch of Mint LeavesJuice of Five Limes1 Bottle of Club Soda¾ Cup of Dark Brown Sugar1 Bottle of Light RumIce Cubes as NeededInstructions:Start by mixing the mint leaves, lime juice, and brown sugar. Then throw in the rest of the ingredients until the sugar has dissolved. Brown Sugar Manhattansphoto via Yes to YolksMany people find it difficult to enjoy the taste of dark liquors. With brown sugar, you’ll have an easier time appreciating the burnt butterscotch flavors of this classic drink.Ingredients (Serves 2)1 Cup Water4 oz Bourbon¾ Cup of Brown Sugar2 oz. Sweet Vermouth2-3 Dashes of Angostura BittersCocktail cherriesInstructionsTo make the brown sugar syrup, combine water and sugar in a small pan over low heat. Stir steadily until everything is dissolved and set aside. Next, mix the rest of the ingredients together along with the syrup, making sure to stir well. Pour into glasses and top of with the cherries. Hot Vanilla Cider Punch with Rumphoto via Feast + WestTantalize your taste buds with this tasty take on hot apple cider. With vanilla bean, nutmeg, and cloves it’s basically apple pie in cocktail form. Yum!Ingredients (Serves 8)8 Cups of Apple Cider1 Sliced Apple½ Cup of Dark Brown Sugar1 Split/Scraped Vanilla Bean1 Cup of Dark Rum1 Teaspoon of Grated Nutmeg1 Teaspoon of Whole ClovesInstructionsIn a pot over medium heat, combine apple, cider, spices, vanilla, and brown sugar. Let it simmer for 12 minutes. Remove from heat and add rum. Strain out any solids and pour into mugs. Brown Sugar Spiced Winephoto via Adeline & LumiereMulled wine just warms you down to the core. And there’s no better time to enjoy it than during the holidays.Ingredients (Serves 4)2 Bottles Red Wine7 Whole Cloves¼ Cup of Dark Brown SugarPeel of 1 Orange1 Sliced Orange1 Cinnamon StickInstructionsPut all the ingredients in a slow cooker (If you don’t have a slow cooker simmer on VERY low heat – you don’t want to boil it and risk losing the alcohol or flavor from the wine), turn it on and cook for 2 hours. Irish Coffeephoto via ChowhoundHere’s another cozy treat to enjoy during the holidays while the youngins are having hot chocolate. The subtle complexity and earthy sweetness of brown sugar make it a perfect companion for the strong bitter coffee.Ingredients (serves 3)½ Cup of Brown Sugar3 oz. of Irish Whiskey½ Cup of Water2 ½ Cup of Strong Brewed Coffee1 Cup Whipped CreamInstructionsIn a small pot combine the brown sugar and water – mix it up until you have a nice syrupy consistency. Then, mix the coffee and whiskey in a separate container before adding the brown sugar syrup. Serve into mugs and top with whipped cream.As you can see, you don’t have to be a mixologist to make great drinks! All you need is a few key ingredients and you’ll be on your way to making superb festive libations that your guests will rave about. If you’re in the need for some drinkware to sip your Brown Sugar Cocktails, be sure to shop Day 6 of Sugar Steals Week where all drinkware is 20% OFF with the code MUGLIFE. Head over to our Drinkware Collection to choose between 40+ designs.
