winter warmer

Hot spiced drink

A winter warmer is a rich, hearty drink or food meant to provide comfort and warmth during cold months.

The term most often describes strong, spiced ales or beers with higher alcohol content: The pub had several winter warmers on tap.

It extends to hot drinks like mulled wine or cider, and to substantial dishes like stews and casseroles.

beverage

mulled wine

Spiced, heated red drink

toddy · chai · wassail · hot buttered rum · atole · bishop · posset

cozy

fireplace

Indoor structure for burning

cuddle · quilt · slippers · flannel pajamas · hot water bottle · down comforter · fireside · hygge · cocoon · toasty

spiced

cinnamon

Aromatic bark spice

allspice · cardamom · star anise · vanilla · mulling spices · peppercorn · mace · orange peel · honey · brown sugar

food

stew

Slow-simmered meat dish

goulash · borscht · minestrone · chowder · potpie · roast · ragout · shepherd's pie · pot roast · dumplings

ale

stout

Heavy, dark brewed beverage

  • porterBaggage carrier or dark brew
  • maltSprouted grain for brewing
  • hopsBittering agent for ale

barley · craft · cask · draught · pint · amber · bitter · brewery · fermentation · yeast

clothing

coat

Outer garment or layer

  • parkaInsulated hooded winter coat
  • scarfNeck-warming fabric strip
  • glovesHand coverings with fingers

mittens · boots · sweater · beanie · fleece · thermal · wool · overcoat · puffer · anorak

Categories
Opposites
seasonal temperature/comfort function

winter warmersummer cooler

Chilled seasonal beverage

summer ale · summer shandy · cold drink · frozen cocktail · iced tea

beverage weight/body

winter warmersession beer

Low-ABV beer for prolonged consumption

light lager · pilsner · pale ale · spritzer · light beer

beer style weight

winter warmersession beer

Low-ABV beer for prolonged consumption

light lager · pilsner · wheat beer · pale lager · summer ale

Family

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