Make It Yourself Monday - A Snuggler for the Holidays

This MIY Monday has a slightly different twist... it's more of a night time enjoyment, which works perfectly for this late post.  Around the holiday's there are several traditions people put into play, whether they learned them from families, friends or created them all on their own.  One of my favorites is the Snuggler, which I only drink during this chilly holiday season.  I know, it sounds a bit strange coming from a SoCal girl but it gets a bit chilly for us in our own way too!  

The Snuggler is something that I started drinking and making a tradition with one of my besties. It's rather simple but so delightful, you must try!

All you need is 1 large coffee mug, water, a tea kettle or anything to heat the water, hot chocolate and peppermint schnapps.  

Marshmallow or whip cream is always a fine addition to this concoction too.

First, boil/heat your water.

All the rest of the steps can really be done in any order but here's how I do it.

Then pour a shot or 2 of peppermint schnapps in your coffee mug, a single shot is suggested if you have to work in the morning... peppermint schnapps is 90 proof after all.  

Then dump 1 packet of hot chocolate mix into the cup with the schnapps.  

Once your water is heated or boiled to your desire, fill mug and stir.  If you decided to add marshmallow or whip cream, now is the time.  

And there you have it, a Snuggler.  It's as simple as that and so incredibly yummy!