There’s a chill in the air. The nights are getting longer. Ready or not, winter is here. But whether you’re eager to frolic in the snow or hunker down under blankets, hot cocktails are the perfect fortification for the season. Never fear, with this list of at-home tools there’s no need to brave the outdoors every time you’re craving a steamy, boozy treat. If you’re making a Hot Toddy for yourself or busting out big batch hot cocktails for a party, we’ve got you covered. Eight Home Bar Essentials for Winter Cocktails 1. Libbey Irish Coffee Mugs 2. Michelangelo Saucepan 3. Cuisinart PerfecTemp Electric Tea Kettle 4. The Barsentials Strainer Set 5. Good Always Ceramic Mugs 6. PYKAL Thermal Carafe 7. Crock-Pot 7 Quart Slow Cooker 8. OXO Citrus Zester with Channel Knife Spirit Recommendations to Fill Your Home Bar To help you get started, here are some of our favorite spirits and the best bottles for making hot cocktails. 1. Laird's Straight Applejack 86; $25, 94 points. 2. Navigator Straight Bourbon; $40, 93 points. 3. Old Forester Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey; $25, 92 points. 4. Caffè Corretto Coffee Liqueur; $35, 91 points. 5. Wodka Vodka; $13, 90 points.