Calories:250
Fat:5g
Protein:1g
Carbohydrates:22g
Alcohol:20%
I fell in love with the art of mixology 6 years ago. Since then, I've honed my skills, crafting a myriad of cocktail recipes, and sharing my passion with other enthusiasts.
Last Updated: January 16, 2024
The Holiday Hooch is a festive concoction that's become a favorite in my bar during the winter season. It's a delightful blend that warms the soul and brings cheer to those chilly evenings.
The Holiday Hooch is a rich and indulgent treat. It's sweet with a prominent gingerbread flavor that's perfectly complemented by the robustness of the coffee. The moonshine adds a smooth, yet potent kick, making it a strong and warming beverage.
A few good options for Holiday Hooch are:
Underground moonshine brings a sneaky kick to our 'Holiday Hooch'. It's what gives the cocktail its backbone - imagine mulled wine without the mulling, it would simply be lost and confused grape juice. Using 0.75 oz ensures that the kick is there but doesn't overpower the other flavors. Too much and you're cleaning paint off your barn, too little and you might as well be drinking flavored water.
3 oz of Mr. Stacks gingerbread liqueur is like diving into a swimming pool of Christmas. It provides a dominant sweet and spicy profile reminiscent of your grandma's gingerbread cookies. Get any less 'spirited' in your pour and you could lose that nostalgic holiday spirit; too generous, and it's syrup improvisation time.
What better way to keep the spirits bright (and awake) than with 3 oz of Illy coffee? This amount is just enough to balance the potency of the moonshine with its robust flavor and keep your sleigh ride energized. Less coffee, and you might lose the battle of flavors; too much, and you might start seeing sugar plum fairies.
The whipped cream, aka 'the snowy peak of indulgence', acts as a garnish but also melds harmoniously with the bold flavors beneath. Without it, you miss out on the textural contrast and the visual delight. If you forgo the whipped peak, are you even indulging?
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Introduce a smoky element by using a peat-heavy scotch instead of moonshine. Your new recipe might look something like this:
By adding the smoky scotch, it will feel like you've just kissed a fireplace. It's sultry, mysterious, and Santa's favorite after a long night.
Transform your concoction into a minty, chocolate delight:
You'll think you're drinking a candy cane that's been dipped in moonshine - it's festive with a peppermint twist.
Let's go full autumn on this and add some pumpkin spice vibes:
It's like Thanksgiving and Christmas had a baby, and it's delicious. The pumpkin spice brings warmth and joy, the coffee injects life, and the moonshine ties it all together like a big family hug.
Insert the spoon into the glass until it touches the bottom. Keep the back of the spoon against the inside wall of the glass, and stir in a smooth, circular motion. The goal is to swirl the ice and ingredients together without churning or splashing.
Learn everything on how to stirGarnishing a bar drink depends on the type of garnish and the cocktail. Generally, it involves preparing the garnish (like cutting a citrus wheel or picking a sprig of mint), and then adding it to the drink in a visually appealing way (like perching it on the rim or floating it on top).
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It's best enjoyed fresh, but you can pre-mix the liquors and add the hot coffee just before serving.
Yes, you can replace the moonshine and liqueur with non-alcoholic substitutes like gingerbread syrup and decaffeinated coffee.
An Irish Coffee mug is traditional, but any heatproof glass mug will do.
Using a high-quality gingerbread liqueur or homemade gingerbread syrup will yield the best flavor.
Serve it hot, immediately after combining the hot coffee with the other ingredients.
To make it vegan-friendly, use vegan whipped cream as a substitute for the regular whipped cream.
Regular whiskey can be used, but the unique character of moonshine is preferred for this recipe.
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