the kiss

Really early in our current campaign, I introduced a drink called “The Kiss.” I got the drink name from my campaign setting book I’ve been using for some of the NPCs, places, and backgrounds, however, it did not say what the drink actually was. Knowing one of my players, I began to dig around for a good cocktail that I would like, and would be simple to make.

I was in the mood for a nice Fall drink that had apples and cinnamon. I did a lot of reading of cocktail recipes, more than I imagined I would. Some were quite complex, others were too much of an alcohol that I do not like (Rum). I finally found one that might work, but I didn’t have all the ingredients. So I improvised with what I had (recipes below).

It can be served cold, warmed, or room temperature…however you prefer your drinks. Personally, I like it on the rocks. If you do not drink, or are too young, it tastes very similar to mulled cider. I included the mulling spices needed for this, but did not include the amounts as that truly is a preference.

If you are interested in doing something like this for your campaign, it doesn’t really matter what the drink is specifically. What truly drew the attention of my players is the name sake. Each drink was served by one of the beautiful owners who would give you a kiss upon delivery.
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The Kiss:
2oz Whisky
2oz Apple Cider
2 dashes of Orange Bitters
1 Cinnamon Stick
1 slice of an Apple

Non-alcohol Kiss (Mulled Cider):
Apple Cider
*Cinnamon Stick
*Orange Peel
*Allspice
*Clove
*Put the spices in a tea bag to steep in the cider