Stormy Sips: 5 Hurricane-Themed Cocktails

Posted by Melissa Lyden / Monday, October 29th, 2012

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Hunker down at home and make these cocktails to sip on while Hurricane Sandy brews.

The Frankenstormy [Robert Paynes-Peterson/The Examiner]
“In the spirit of the Halloween superstorm season, we present the Frankenstormy, a spooky riff on the classic Dark ‘n Stormy, the unofficial cocktail of Bermuda (which has seen its fair share of hurricanes).”

Jim Beam Autumn Wind Cocktail [TMR Zoo]
“If you are sitting around the fireplace in the dark tonight, a nice cocktail will warm your bones.”

Jim Beam Manhattan [TMR Zoo]
A spin on the classic cocktail “for our friends braving the storm in New York.”

Stormy Morning Cocktail [My Crowded Head]
“This crazy concoction is the Purple Rain. Do it!”

Hurricane Cocktail [Food Network]
The most appropriately themed cocktail for today’s weather! This recipe will yield plenty for those who have unexpected company.

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