When cold winds blow and snow piles up on the windowsills, there is nothing more comforting than a mug of steaming hot chocolate or a soothing cup of tea. And haven't we all wished that we could make a coffee drink at home that rivals the brew from that expensive coffee shop on the corner? With the more than 50 recipes in "Hot Drinks for Cold Nights", the perfect cup is always at your fingertips. From teapots and strainers to espresso makers and hand-held blenders, author Liana Krissoff begins with a review of the myriad machines and accessories available and describes the best methods and ingredients to be used for making hot drinks. In each chapter, she presents a tempting array of recipes both classic and exotic - Orange-Scented Hot Chocolate to Green Tea "Cappuccino," Lychee Black Tea with Cherry Wine, and Cafe Brulot with Cinnamon Cream. The last chapter offers all manner of spirited hot drinks, with special tips on serving them to a crowd. Along the way are recipes for flavored whipped creams, sweeteners, and butters, as well as toothsome treats to serve with hot drinks, including Peppermint-Stuffed Marshmallows, Persimmon Tea Cake, and Spiced Candied Nuts.