Method

Spear 3 cranberries each onto 4 bamboo skewers or heatproof swizzle sticks

Pour the cranberry juice into a small saucepan over medium heat and bring to a simmer.  Lower the heat, add the Crème de cacao and peppermint schnapps, and stir to blend and release some of the alcohol.  Continue to cook over low heat for exactly 1 minute.

Divide the hot beverage evenly among four heatproof footed glasses, and place a small spoonful of whipped cream in each.  Garnish with the cranberry skewers, and use a fine-mesh sieve to gently tap a light dusting of matcha over the whipped cream.  Serve hot.

Serves: 4

Reprinted with permission from ©Mary Lou Heiss and Robert J. Heiss, Hot Drinks, published by Ten Speed Press   click for book review

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