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The cold months are here, and the holidays are upon us. Whether you are celebrating the holidays or they have already passed, and you want something to keep the spirit going as you watch the snow gently fall outside, these cocktails are perfect. Get your personalized whiskey glasses ready, pull out the bar tools, make sure you have a fire going, and get ready to make these delicious, luxurious drinks. Custom Whiskey Glasses The Hot Toddy The first seasonal drink is likely one that has graced your home at least once before. The Hot Toddy is a cold-season classic, and you probably have all the ingredients already. Bring ⅓ cup of water to a simmer while combining 1 ½ ounces of bourbon, 1 tablespoon of honey, and 2 teaspoons of lemon juice in a mug. Pour the hot water, stir to combine, and garnish with a cinnamon stick and lemon slice. The lemon and honey help bring out all of the bourbon’s notes. Wassail Want something traditional but not a Hot Toddy? Try the wassail, a common

Making whiskey cocktails is equal parts science and art. From dilution to choosing the right kind of whiskey, the end result should be a cocktail that you can sip out of your personalized whiskey glasses and enjoy to its fullest. Here are some tips to help you elevate your favorite whiskey drink. Get to Know Budget Brands Imagine having a bottle of Pappy Van Winkle and using it to make a mediocre old fashioned, where the sugar and orange and bitters distort the very expensive bourbon. Or using a Yamazaki 12, which is an increasingly rare bottle, to make a highball. Instead of using top-shelf whiskey, learn budget brands, many of which give pricier bottles a run for their money. From Elijah Craig Small Batch to Buffalo Trace, there are plenty of options for whichever kind of whiskey you need for a cocktail. Look for Higher Proofs When you mix whiskey into a cocktail, you are likely using ice with it, which will dilute the whiskey. For this reason, you want to look for hig