Cocktails that transport you to warmer climates. L ong nights and short days; cold toes and numb fingers; snow and frost on the windshield each morning-in the depths of winter, it's easy to let your mind wander to summertime comforts. It's easy to envision pure white sand, crystal clear waters and colorful coral reefs, sitting in a beach chair sipping a tropical drink. If you find yourself longing to escape the cold of winter but a trip to the tropics just isn't practical, we have the remedy. Turn your thoughts to tropical flavors and liquors: coconut, pineapple, citrus; rum, tequila and coffee liqueur. Turn on the sound of waves and mix yourself a drink that will help you escape the winter. 32 VIRGINIA ABC | ABC.VIRGINIA.GOV RUM Discovered in the 17th century, rum is a product of Caribbean sugarcane plantations. The discovery spread into Colonial North America and continues as a favored liquor into the 21st century. After all, a liquor springing from sugar-what's not to love? Let a rum cocktail carry your spirit to the shores of a Caribbean island. KIWI SNAQUIRI The rums and lime juice sing of the tropics while the Velvet Falernum brings a savory element of almonds and spice in a rum-base blend to fend off the chill outside your door. ▷ 1 OZ. BACARDI SUPERIOR ▷ 1 OZ. BACARDI GOLD ▷ ½ OZ. LIME JUICE ▷ ½ OZ. FALERNUM VELVET LIQUEUR ▷ ½ OZ. DEMERARA SYRUP ▷ 1 KIWI (PLUS AN ADDITIONAL SLICE FOR GARNISH) Add all ingredients and one cup of ice to a blender and blend until smooth. Pour into shot glasses or one tiki mug. Garnish with a fresh kiwi wheel.http://ABC.VIRGINIA.GOV