Holiday Spirits —— Hot... ...and Cold

Holiday Spirits —— Hot... ...and ColdNothing pleases the amateur barman's ego as much as inventing — or serving — a new drink that is enthusiastically received by his guests. All year long he's correctly given credit for his fine wines and brews, his gins and whiskies and rare brandies. What his bottlemates are actually praising, however, are brewers, distillers and vintners rather than the host himself.During the holidays, a seasonal change occurs. 'Tis the season when entirely new grogs are of...