A guy buys 6 jugs of rum... (or Happy Holidays)

Ah, yes, the holiday season is upon us. That means decking the halls and lovin' the libations. Speaking of which, we started something last year that is quickly becoming a yearly tradition: giving our friends and family homemade spiced rum. The inspiration came from a super simple recipe in Luscious Liqueurs. All you need is:

3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon whole cloves
3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (we suggest fresh)
1/2 teaspoon whole coriander seeds
3/4 teaspoon minced peeled fresh ginger
3 cups white rum
3/4 cup simple syrup (add in week 2)
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
and 5 weeks

Sure, you can buy pre-made spiced rum, but it doesn't compare. We're also trying a new recipe for homemade chocolate liquor. We'll hold out on the recipe until success is confirmed. It's basically cocoa nibs and whole vanilla beans in white rum, which should be excellent any way you shake it. Happy Holidays, everyone.

Soldiers lined up for the occupation (of our holidays)