New holiday tradition

[lynnerself]

DH and I, being recently retired, are looking at what traditions are still important to us.

However while decorated the tree today we discovered how good hot spiced apple cider is with a shot of Fireball Whiskey.


I think we just started a new tree trimming tradition.

[MarleyKeezy78]

Hot apple cider with carmel vodka is super yummy too!!! I really want to try mulled wine!

[ArchietheDragon]

Getting shit canned is a great tradition for any time of the year

[msventoux]

Dec 5, 2015 21:54:13 GMT -5 ArchietheDragon said:

Getting shit canned is a great tradition for any time of the year

Payroll went that well, eh? 

[busymom]

Mmmm! A hot toddy is always good on a cold winter night.

I think it's good to keep whatever traditions are important to you, & ditch the rest.  And, if you wish, you can start some new traditions, too.

[justme]

Dec 5, 2015 21:54:13 GMT -5 ArchietheDragon said:

Getting shit canned is a great tradition for any time of the year

It's the most sacred tradition between my friends and I. So much so we now have an annual booze cruise.

[bobosensei]

I've just discovered cinnamon whiskey too.  Reminds me of Big Red which used to be my favorite gum.  I've only had it as a shot, but I bet it does make for some good drinks.

[Deleted]

DH and I just decided that this may be the year we put up the pre-lit tree in the corner without all the baubles and garlands and see how we like the natural look.  Some artificial snow around the base, maybe a pine cone or two....No family, no guests, why not? That's the best part of aging I think, you just enjoy without having to meet others' expectations. 

[justme]

Dec 6, 2015 15:05:30 GMT -5 bobosensei said:

I've just discovered cinnamon whiskey too.  Reminds me of Big Red which used to be my favorite gum.  I've only had it as a shot, but I bet it does make for some good drinks.

I dislike it, but my friends swear by mixing it with Rum Chata for a shot. I think they call it cinnamon toast crunch?

[mamasita99]

Dec 6, 2015 19:12:44 GMT -5 justme said:

Dec 6, 2015 15:05:30 GMT -5 bobosensei said:

I've just discovered cinnamon whiskey too.  Reminds me of Big Red which used to be my favorite gum.  I've only had it as a shot, but I bet it does make for some good drinks.

I dislike it, but my friends swear by mixing it with Rum Chata for a shot. I think they call it cinnamon toast crunch?

I tried Rum Chata for the first time last night, and holy moly, that stuff is good! We added some to hot chocolate, and later I added it to my coffee

[lynnerself]

I've used Fireball  in the summer with Hard Apple Cider. The cider here is from Angry Orchard, therefor the drink is called Angry Balls.

[lynnerself]

I'm getting out the dishes and decorations tonight. Trying to get rid of stuff I no longer like or need. The kids have asked me not to get rid of anything until I check with them, so putting things aside for now. I also have several things inherited or made by my parents. These I'm taking pictures of to send to rest of my family to see if anyone wants before I give them away.

Drink of choice tonight: Blood orange lemon drop.  So good when blood oranges are in season and pretty too.



Recipe for 2 martinis:
3 shots Absolute Citron
1 shot triple sec
1 shot limoncello
juice of 1 lemon
juice of one blood orange
4 oz sour mix
Shake with ice and serve in martini glass with sugared rim.

[lynnerself]

Dec 6, 2015 18:40:51 GMT -5 @donethat said:

DH and I just decided that this may be the year we put up the pre-lit tree in the corner without all the baubles and garlands and see how we like the natural look.  Some artificial snow around the base, maybe a pine cone or two....No family, no guests, why not? That's the best part of aging I think, you just enjoy without having to meet others' expectations. 

Another new tradition this year. We cut two trees and put one up in the master bedroom. Living in Oregon we always get fresh real trees. I always said I had enough decorations for 2 trees and even after culling the lot  and I was right.

[justme]

Dec 6, 2015 20:34:34 GMT -5 lynnerself said:

I've used Fireball  in the summer with Hard Apple Cider. The cider here is from Angry Orchard, therefor the drink is called Angry Balls.

Lol! Disney has the same drink but they call it Torched Holiday Cider. Definitely not the best name it seems...

[Cookies Galore]

Dec 6, 2015 20:50:34 GMT -5 lynnerself said:

I'm getting out the dishes and decorations tonight. Trying to get rid of stuff I no longer like or need. The kids have asked me not to get rid of anything until I check with them, so putting things aside for now. I also have several things inherited or made by my parents. These I'm taking pictures of to send to rest of my family to see if anyone wants before I give them away.

Drink of choice tonight: Blood orange lemon drop.  So good when blood oranges are in season and pretty too.



Recipe for 2 martinis:
3 shots Absolute Citron
1 shot triple sec
1 shot limoncello
juice of 1 lemon
juice of one blood orange
4 oz sour mix
Shake with ice and serve in martini glass with sugared rim.

I love blood orange cocktail time!
I would skip the sour mix in that cocktail. There's already enough going on that it doesn't need it.

[Cookies Galore]

Last winter, when I had a shit ton of homemade hot chocolate mix given to me from different people, I started adding brandy or Drambuie to it. Delightful!