During the holidays, there is only so much you can do, and only so many layers you can wear to stay warm. But what if you had a nice, warm hot chocolate mixed with a spirit that will warm you up from within?
Get comfy at your favorite holiday pop up or an established spot here in town to raise your holiday spirits (metaphorically and literally). Need help finding one that you’ll like? Here is a roundup of some of our favorite cocktails this holiday season in Louisville.
Red wine, Calvados, mulling spices, orange-vanilla cordial.
Aged Demerara Rum, Amaro, lemon, orange, gingerbread mix
Rye whiskey, gingerbread, aromatic & wormwood bitters, orange essence.
Pepper-infused tequila, butterscotch liqueur, house drinking chocolate, Chinese Five Spice, and anisette whipped cream.
Vodka or gold Puerto Rican rum, lime, orange, allspice liqueur, nui mix, bitters
Features Bourbon, Amontillado Sherry, cream, milk, egg, vanilla, and nutmeg.
Jamaican & Puerto Rican rums, lime, coconut, creme de cacao, mole
Caribbean overproof rum, lime, tawny port, maple & vanilla syrups, figgy bitters
Plantaray 5 Year Rum, melted chai ice cream, butter, brown sugar. A rich and aromatic twist on the quintessential winter warmer.
Mulled wine reduction, prosecco, lemon, and aromatic bitters.
This article appears in Nov. 1-30, 2025.