At this year, every one wants to indulge a bit – here are some fun cocktails to make the season merry and bright

Whiskey is the most popular liquor in most US states, and sales increased 9.4% in 2022 compared to 2020.  Monks help introduce the world to whiskey over 1000 year ago after. What not blend this booze in the best holiday whiskey cocktails?  It is a crowd pleaser.

Whiskey is a general term for a distilled, barrel-aged spirit made from fermented grains, while bourbon is a type of whiskey that meets specific requirements. It is made from a mashbill that’s at least 51% corn, while whiskey can be made from a blend of grains like corn, rye, barley, or wheat. The corn in bourbon gives it a distinctive sweet flavor. It must be aged in new, charred oak barrels, while other whiskeys can be aged in a variety of barrels, including those previously used for other spirits.  It cannot contain any additives or colorings. Bourbon is primarily produced in Kentucky, though it can be made anywhere in the world. To be designated “straight bourbon whiskey,” bourbon must be aged in new charred oak barrels for at least two years.

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A Slushy Bourbon Milk Punch

A holiday favorite, it is a similar to a rich, flavorful, creamy milkshake with a kick.

Ingredients

• 3 parts Whole Milk
• 2 parts Half and Half
• 1.5 parts Bourbon
• 1 part sifted Sugar, Powdered
• Vanilla extract
• Fresh Grated Nutmeg
• Cinnamon Stick

Create

In a pitcher, whisk together milk, half-and-half, bourbon, sugar and vanilla

Freeze until slushy and ready to serve

Stir before serving it in a chilled glass

Finish with a few gratings of fresh nutmeg

Garnish with a cinnamon stick.

Christmas Old Fashioned Cocktail

Having some friends over and want to impress them? What about a pitcher of this festive elixir? It bring some holiday cheer to even the meanest Scrooge.

Ingredients

• 3 Cranberries
• 2 oz Whiskey
• 1 oz Ginger Syrup
• 2 dashes Angostura Bitters
• 1 Orange Slice
• 1 Rosemary Sprig

Create

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups bourbon
• 1 cup sweet vermouth
• 2 cups orange juice
• 1 cup unsweetened cranberry juice
• ½ cup simple syrup

Create

1. Add the cranberry, orange juice, bourbon, vermouth, simple syrup to a cocktail shaker
2. Add 1 handful ice then shake until cold
3. Pour into a lowball glass over ice or serve up in a martini glass
4. Garnish with fresh or frozen cranberries.

Hope you enjoy the best holiday whiskey cocktails

Cocktails, beers, vapes, and gummies are all staples of social gathers – but is the cocktails or the vape better?

Alcohol has long consistent hold on society. Having been part of India, the Middle East and more, it has played a part in medicine, religion, intimacy and recreation for thousands of year. Yet alcohol has become the modern accepted intoxicant.  But is an old fashioned or a gummy healthier in today’s world?  Moderation is the key for both, but science comes down clearly on one side.

Cannabis and alcohol are two of the most widely used recreational substances, but their health impacts differ significantly. While neither is without risks, research suggests that cannabis may be the healthier option overall when used responsibly.

Cannabis, on the other hand, has a lower risk profile. There have been no reported deaths from marijuana overdose, according to the Drug Enforcement Administration. While smoking cannabis can have negative effects on lung health, alternative consumption methods like gummies, tinctures and oils avoid this risk. Cannabis is also less addictive than alcohol, with about 9% of users becoming dependent compared to 23% for alcohol.

Both substances impair cognitive function and motor skills in the short term. However, alcohol tends to have more severe immediate effects, including the risk of alcohol poisoning. Cannabis typically does not cause the intense hangover effects associated with alcohol use.

Moderate alcohol consumption may have some cardiovascular benefits, according to some studies. However, cannabis has shown promise in pain management and as a potential alternative to more dangerous opioid medications. It also has anti-inflammatory properties that researchers continue to explore.