Bourbon

This Franco-American combination of bourbon and bubbles gives you another reason to be thankful. It doubles easily to accommodate the number of guests around your holiday table.

Here is the perfect present for those who indulge in holiday eggnog  — a mixture of spirit and spice to blend into the Christmas beverage. To make the gift complete, pour it into a beautiful bottle and tie a small nutmeg grater and some whole nutmegs around the neck with a festive ribbon.

Try this frothy, creamy cocktail instead of eggnog to kick off your Christmas festivities.

Garnish this warming drink with lemon slices and a cinnamon stick.

Mists are made with crushed ice, similarly to frappés. When made with good Scotch or bourbon they are usually best suited to after-dinner drinking, but might also be enjoyed at other times of day.