Hot Chocolate, Whiskey, and Whipped Cream? We're Ready for Winter

Around the holiday season, there aren’t many places that feel more festive than New York City’s beloved Irish pub, The Dead Rabbit. For an encore of its Jingle Jangle holiday pop-up, the beverage director Aiden Bowie and his team will be donating $1 from every holiday cocktail sold between November 14 through January 2 to the Goliath Trust. The Naughty List is a boozy hot chocolate that I can’t wait to make as soon as the temperatures drop. At the Dead Rabbit, you'll find this cocktail garnished with grated nutmeg — we opted for sprinkles for an extra pop of color. — Oset Babür-Winter

Frequently asked questions

How do I make whipped cream?

Maybe you’re out of the canned stuff, or you’re looking to adjust the amount of sugar in your topping. If you have a whisk and a bowl, you can make whipped cream at home.

What is demerara sugar?

Also known as turbinado sugar, demerara sugar is a coarsely textured, minimally processed sugar.

What can I use instead of demerara sugar?

If you don’t have demerara sugar, you can use light brown sugar as a substitute. 

Notes from the Food & Wine Test Kitchen

Finding the best hot chocolate for your mixed drink — or even just for sipping on its own — is a personal journey. We tested every instant hot chocolate mix we could find to identify the five best, and especially recommend Lococo’s offering for using in boozy drinks.