If you have ever heard the song “I want a Hippopotamus for Christmas,” you will appreciate why I am considering booze at noon.
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Of all the adult beverages we have here at Nummy, this one is the simplest and most seasonal.
Even better – It’s the fastest way to get Fireball into your system since Matt Hinson moved back to Memphis.
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1/2 gallon apple cider
1 orange
12 cloves
4 cinnamon sticks
1 star anise (optional)
Fireball to taste
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1 orange
12 cloves
4 cinnamon sticks
1 star anise (optional)
Fireball to taste
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- Stud your orange with cloves (i.e. jam cloves into the outside of an orange).
- Simmer all ingredients except Fireball for 30 minutes. (Reminder: Star anise tastes like liquorice, so if you Hate Licorice like I do, skip it.)
- Strain and add desired amount of Fireball. Serving suggestions per mug are as follows:
- One splash for fuzzy memories
- One shot for slightly sloppy
- Two shots for telling your sister what you really think of her boyfriend
- Garnish each mug with a cinnamon stick and a slice of orange peel.