Northside Distilling Winter Cocktails

Northside Distilling Co. has released three new cocktail recipes to get you through these long winter months. Sip on a Jack Frost Colada, Bourbon Spiked Hot Chocolate, and Pomegranate Agave Martini that are each sure to provide enjoyment in the cold days ahead.

Northside Distilling Co. is a Cincinnati-based distillery that produces bourbon, gin, vodka, American Agave, and seasonal rum. They also produce limited-edition specialty releases and private label spirits. For more information, visit northsidedistilling.com.

JACK FROST COLADA

  • 1 oz. Northside Rum
  • 1 oz. Blue Curaçao
  • 2 oz. pineapple juice
  • 1 oz. cream of coconut
  • Shredded coconut

Instructions: In a blender, add the Northside Rum, Blue Curaçao, pineapple juice, cream of coconut, and two cups of crushed ice. Blend until smooth. Pour the mixture into a hurricane glass and garnish with shredded coconut on top.

BOURBON SPIKED HOT CHOCOLATE

  • 2 oz. Northside Bourbon Whiskey
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp. half-and-half
  • 1 cup hot chocolate
  • Mini marshmallows
  • Chocolate syrup

Instructions: Make an oversized mug of hot chocolate. Add the Northside Bourbon Whiskey, vanilla extract, half-and-half, and stir until combined. Garnish with a healthy handful of mini marshmallows and drizzle chocolate syrup over the top.

POMEGRANATE AGAVE MARTINI

  • 2 oz. Northside American Agave
  • 1 oz. pomegranate juice
  • ½ oz. lime juice½ oz. orange liqueur

Instructions: Fill a shaker with ice and add the Northside American Agave, pomegranate juice, lime juice, and orange liqueur. Shake until chilled and strain into a coup or martini glass. Garnish with an orange peel.

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