10 steaming hot cocktails to keep you cozy this fall

Irish whiskey, strong coffee or espresso, brown sugar and slightly thickened cream combine to make this a lovely after-dinner drink. Serve it in place of dessert in a mug rimmed with sugar, or—what the heck—serve it with a rich piece of cheesecake. Recipe: foodnessgracious.com

A classic cold cocktail gets a cozy update with the addition of hot coffee. Garnish this creamy confection with whipped cream and chocolate shavings or a maraschino cherry. Recipe: www.thedrinkkings.com

If you’re a fan of Starbucks salted caramel mochas but want a little extra kick, look no further than this scrumptious combination of cocoa, coffee and bourbon drizzled with caramel sauce. (Trust us: making your own salted caramel sauce is absolutely worth it.) Recipe: www.mydiaryofus.com

An American drink dating back to colonial times, hot buttered rum is much more than the sum of its parts. Combine sweet butter with brown sugar and spices, then dissolve it in rum and boiling water. Add cream if you want a little extra oomph. It’s like a hug in a glass. Recipe: www.imbored-letsgo.com

This is a drink that can be easily made without the alcohol. Hot cranberry juice combined with cinnamon, allspice and ginger (and bourbon or rum, if you like) makes a warm, spicy drink that’s sure to chase the chill away. (Plus, its rich red colour is super pretty.) Recipe: www.shewearsmanyhats.com

Put this large-batch recipe on to warm up before you go outside to rake leaves or go for an autumn hike. When you come back, your house will smell divine. Feel free to add cranberry juice or a little brandy, and play with the spices and sweetener until you find the perfect combination for your taste. Recipe: www.theviewfromgreatisland.com

This nineteenth century hot port punch—a variation on mulled wine—is made special with the addition of roasted oranges studded with cloves. Sip a mugful, and imagine yourself back in a Dickens’ story. Recipe: www.epicurious.com

This is a cocktail that has its roots in Wisconsin—the “traditional” recipe calls for marshmallow fluff seasoned with allspice, cinnamon and nutmeg, dissolved it in an ounce each of brandy and rum topped with boiling water. This recipe’s a little classier—it actually requires real eggs. Recipe: www.epicurious.com

Another cocktail that can be easily made without alcohol. If you prefer a drink with a little kick, though, add spiced rum or bourbon to your hot apple cider. Make it in a slow cooker to serve a crowd and send the scent of apples through your house. Using maple-flavoured whiskey isn’t a bad idea either... Recipe: www.foodnetwork.com

It’s like an After Eight chocolate in a glass. Hot milk, good quality hot chocolate powder and mint liqueur make this a dessert-worthy drink. Recipe: www.divinecaroline.com