Cheers!

This morning on The Martha Stewart Show, I gave some suggestions for signature drinks, including a lavender champagne cocktail that was featured in our Spring issue. Here's a recipe for something to serve when there's a bit more nip in the air. P.S. Don't wait for your wedding to try this one out. It's a great after-dinner toddy to treat guests to at a fall dinner party!

    2 1/4 cups apple cider
    1 tablespoon thinly sliced fresh ginger
    2 whole allspice
    3 ounces brandy
    Candied ginger chunks, cut into cubes, rolled in superfine sugar (optional)

1. Bring cider, fresh ginger, and allspice to a boil in a saucepan. Remove from heat, and cover. Let stand 10 minutes. Skim foam and strain, discarding solids.
2. Ladle 1/2 cup hot cider into each mug, and add 3/4 ounce brandy. Add ginger cube to each mug, if desired. (Makes 4)

Comments

[Kelly Mahoney]

What a lovely fall beverage -- not just for weddings.

[Elizabeth Forrest]

Darcy,

Thank you for starting this blog. I'm a 21-year-old aspiring wedding coordinator and a bride-to-be. I just started my business, Bride In A Box, this month and your blog gives me great, inventive new ideas every single day.

When does the new issue of Martha Stewart's Weddings hit the stands? Every magazine release day is like Christmas for me!

Again, thank you!
Elizabeth Forrest

[Ashley]

I'm watching you on Martha Stewart right now! Everything looks so gorgeous! Love your blog, too.

[C., Esq.]

I would like to serve this at an upcoming party (I am expecting between 25-30 people). What can I put this mix in that will keep it warm but still look nice? I don't want to put a crock-pot out on the table.