Five hot cocktails to keep your spirits high and cheeks rosy

Ice House at The Edgewater boasts a collection of ‘Winter Warmers’ drinks, including fan favorites like Baileys Irish coffee and a Hot Toddy. For a little more zing, try the Bourbon Apple Cider or Spiked Cocoa. (Plus, pizza is just a skate away at the new, winter-only SLice House!) $8-9, 1001 Wisconsin Place, icehousemadison.com.

All of the winter cocktails at The Coopers Tavern are named after Irish poems and sonnets, according to general manager Peter McElvanna. Muse over this glowing concoction of Sauza Tequila, triple sec, honey simple syrup, hot water, lime and orange juice, garnished with orange and a cinnamon stick. $10, 20 West Mifflin St., thecooperstavern.com.

The cocktail connoisseurs at Mint Mark have put their own spin on this classic cold-weather drink. Combining Tattersall Sour Cherry liqueur with cognac, ginger, honey and lemon, this mug will pucker your lips and put pep in your step. $10, 1929 Winnebago St., mintmarkmadison.com.

Glühwein — also known as mulled wine or glögg — is a Nordic wintertime staple. The Malt House’s version offers a combination of red wine, sugar and chef’s pick of spices like cinnamon, cardamom and ginger. $7, 2609 E. Washington Ave., malthousetavern.com.

Taking its moniker from one of the most famous archaic Irish poems, the Pangur Bán from The Coopers Tavern is a chocolate-based dream. Tullamore Dew Irish whiskey is mixed with hot chocolate and a kick of cayenne pepper, topped with fresh cream and orange peel. $10, 20 W. Mifflin St., thecooperstavern.com.