5 of the world's most delicious Christmas drinks.
(Baonghean.vn) - Christmas in Western countries is a holiday with a rich history, associated with many unique and diverse cultural features. Traditional Christmas drinks are an indispensable part of this holiday. Let's travel around the world and sample some of the delicious drinks for Christmas Eve.
United Kingdom: Mulled Cider
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| Hot mulled apple cider—fragrant, subtly tart—is perfect for a peaceful Christmas Eve. |
Apple cider has always been a favorite drink in Northern Europe, so it's no surprise that it's on the list of must-have Christmas drinks. Mulled cider is made from apple cider, cloves, star anise, cinnamon, vanilla, and other flavorings. All ingredients are heated to create a light, aromatic, and tangy alcoholic beverage that offers a pleasant sensation, perfectly suited to the Christmas spirit.
Germany: Glühwein
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| Glühwein - the German version ofGlögg, or mulled wine, is an indispensable drink at European Christmas markets. |
The word Glühwein, originally from German, refers to the hot iron rods used in the distillation process. This favorite German Christmas drink is essentially warmed wine – the perfect companion for strolls through Christmas markets. While it sounds simple, making Glühwein isn't just about heating the wine; you'll need ingredients like white sugar, cinnamon, oranges, cloves, and cardamom to enhance the flavor.
Italy: Bombardino
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| Italy is known for its handsome and charming men and women, and also... Bombardino. |
A very popular drink at ski resorts in Italy, its flavor is described as "exploding like a bomb"—as its name suggests. It's made with a 50:50 ratio of brandy and Advocaat—a Dutch alcoholic drink made from alcohol and eggs. To complete the drink, a shot of espresso is added and whipped cream is topped. Bombardino will give you an unforgettable Christmas experience.
USA: Eggnog
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| Eggnog - a cocktail whipped with egg cream, so rich and creamy you won't be able to have a second glass until...next Christmas. |
In the US and in some parts of Canada, a chilly Christmas holiday wouldn't be complete without this delicious, creamy egg and milk drink. A proper Eggnog requires the following ingredients: eggs, sugar, whole milk, heavy cream, grated nutmeg, cinnamon, and bourbon or whiskey. Who wouldn't want to sip a warm Eggnog on a peaceful Christmas night?
Chile: Cola de mono
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| A refreshing glass of Cola de mono for a tropical Christmas, why not? |
The name of this drink is quite… peculiar, meaning "monkey tail." Made with ingredients like cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon, milk, and instant coffee, the final flavor of this unique beverage is pisco – a type of liqueur from Chile and Peru made from grapes and classified similarly to cognac. Unlike the Christmas drinks mentioned above, Cola de mono is served cold to suit the hot climate of Chile.
And you, what kind of drink would you choose to enjoy on Christmas Eve?
Thuc Anh
(Compiled from various internet sources)
