Sweet, creamy, and comforting mudslides are great holiday drinks. This 1970s Grand Caymans cocktail is a White Russian with Bailey's Irish Cream and a chocolate garnish.
Tom & Jerry enthusiasts know that this obscure cocktail is a wonderful way to celebrate the season. Rum, cognac, whole milk, and Tom & Jerry batter—egg whites, cream of tartar
Eggnog is a terrible holiday drink heavy in sugar, saturated fat, and cholesterol. This drink has half a day's cholesterol and more than a third of the saturated fat since it's prepared with eggs
Sugary sherbet floating in a sea of fruit juice and lemon-lime soda—this drink is definitely not good for you. This party staple is a classic for a reason: it's simple and cheap to make for a crowd.
Saturated fat content is high in the butter, while sugar content is high in the cider and sweetener. "For an easy switch that doesn't give up the sweetness, swap the brown sugar for a non-caloric sweetener.
Typical Starbucks 16-ounce Grande cups include 440 calories, 10 grams of saturated fat, and 54 grams of sugar.
Another popular holiday cocktail, the White Russian mixes cream with two types of alcohol: vodka and coffee liqueur. The more alcohol, the more troubles for your liver.
Whether you prefer hot cocoa, which is made with cocoa powder, or hot chocolate, which is made with chocolate bars or chips, you should be aware of what you're actually sipping.
Beer, one of the most popular beverages, is abundant throughout the holidays. It's tempting to try them all, but too much beer is unhealthy. Toast with friends and explore new brews.
Apple cider is made from apples, so that means it's healthy, right? Not necessarily. While apples are a good source of fiber and vitamin C, the benefits of nutrients are stripped away.