There’s something inherently comforting about a mug of hot chocolate, but when you add a touch of spice and a splash of bourbon, it transforms into a decidedly adult indulgence.
This boozy spiced hot chocolate is your classic cocoa with a twist – infused with a homemade blend of warm spices and enriched with bourbon’s smooth kick. It’s perfect for those moments when you want to elevate your comfort drink into something a bit more sophisticated. Whether it’s to warm up a chilly evening or add a spark to your night, this hot chocolate is all about simple pleasures with a grown-up edge.
So, as the night winds howl and the stars twinkle in the winter sky, treat yourself to this elevated version of a classic – a celebration of the colder months, a toast to the finer things, and a reminder that sometimes, a mug of hot chocolate can indeed be a little bit of magic in your hands. 
Step by Step Guide to Making Boozy Spiced Hot Chocolate
Ingredients:
Spice Mix:
- 3 tsp (15 ml) cinnamon
- 2 tsp (10 ml) ground nutmeg
- 3 tsp (15 ml) ginger
- 2 tsp (10 ml) allspice
Hot Cocoa:
- 2 cups (480 ml) milk
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) pure cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) icing sugar
- 1 tsp (5 ml) spice mix
- 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla bean paste
- 2 oz (60 ml) bourbon
- Optional toppings: whipping cream, marshmallows, chocolate shavings
Instructions:
- Prepare the Spice Mix:
- Combine cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and allspice in a bowl.
- Mix well and store in an airtight container.
- Make the Hot Cocoa:
- In a saucepan, combine milk, cocoa powder, icing sugar, and spice mix.
- Heat over low heat, stirring frequently until the mixture starts to simmer.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla bean paste and bourbon.
- Serve:
- Pour the hot chocolate into mugs.
- Add your favorite toppings like whipping cream, marshmallows, or chocolate shavings.
- Enjoy a relaxing moment with this warming, spiced beverage.
Recipe Notes:
- Adjust the amount of bourbon to suit your taste.
- For a non-alcoholic version, omit the bourbon and add an extra splash of vanilla.
Boozy Spiced Hot Chocolate
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
Description
This boozy hot chocolate is your classic cocoa with a twist – infused with a homemade blend of warm spices and enriched with bourbon’s smooth kick. It’s perfect for those moments when you want to elevate your comfort drink into something a bit more sophisticated.
Ingredients
Ingredients:
Spice Mix:
- 3 tsp (15 ml) cinnamon
- 2 tsp (10 ml) ground nutmeg
- 3 tsp (15 ml) ginger
- 2 tsp (10 ml) allspice
Hot Cocoa:
- 2 cups (480 ml) milk
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) pure cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) icing sugar
- 1 tsp (5 ml) spice mix
- 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla bean paste
- 2 oz (60 ml) bourbon
- Optional toppings: whipping cream, marshmallows, chocolate shavings
Instructions
- Prepare the Spice Mix:
- Combine cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and allspice in a bowl.
- Mix well and store in an airtight container.
- Make the Hot Cocoa:
- In a saucepan, combine milk, cocoa powder, icing sugar, and spice mix.
- Heat over low heat, stirring frequently until the mixture starts to simmer.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla bean paste and bourbon.
- Serve:
- Pour the hot chocolate into mugs.
- Add your favorite toppings like whipping cream, marshmallows, or chocolate shavings.
- Enjoy a relaxing moment with this warming, spiced beverage.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of bourbon to suit your taste.
- For a non-alcoholic version, omit the bourbon and add an extra splash of vanilla.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 5 mins
- Category: Drink, Hot Chocolate
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
