Best Boozy Spiked Hot Chocolate Recipes to Keep You Warm!

Snowed in? Nothing beats snuggling up and having a yummy hot chocolate with a twist! Here are a few of our favorite spiked hot chocolate recipes to keep you warm! 

To keep things simple, you can choose your favorite hot chocolate recipe as a base for any of the boozy concoctions below, then simply add your choice of liquors :).

1. Boozy Mexican Hot Chocolate
Spiked with Tequilla
If you hadn't had Mexican hot chocolate you are in for a treat. The aroma of cinammon, vanilla and cocoa alone will leave you craving for more. 

Ingredients:
4 cups milk, 1/4 cup unsweetened Oaxacan chocolate powder (Abuelita's Mexican Hot Chocolate is the best!), 1/4 cup sugar, 2 tsp. cornstarch (optional thickener), 1 tsp. cinnamon, 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract. pinch of nutmeg, 1/2 cup of anejo tequilla

Directions: 
Add all ingredients to a medium saucepan except the tequilla.  Heat over medium heat until simmering, stirring frequently.  Remove from heat and serve with optional toppings and cinamon stick

2. Tipsy Nutella Hot Chocolate
Spiked with Frangelico & Brandy
Nutella can do no wrong in our books and this warm nutella hot chocoloate recipe will keep you longing for winter!

Ingredients:

1 cup milk, 2 1/2 Tbsp Nutella, 1 Tbsp Cocoa, Tiny pinch of salt, 1/4 cup hazelnut liqeur such as Frangelico, 2 tablespoons Brandy

Directions:

In a small sauce pan over medium heat, whisk all ingredients together until well blended and hot. Pour in a cup and top with homemade whipped cream and shaved chocolate.

3. Kahlua Hot Chocolate

Spiked with Kahlua

Ingredients:

2 cups milk, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 1/2 unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/4 teaspon cinamon, pinch nutmeg, 2 ounce Kahlua coffee liqueur, optional: mini marshmallows, salted caramel, chocolate syrup

Directions:

Combine milk, sugar, cocoa powder, cinnamon and nutmeg over medium heat until heated through, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in Kahlúa. Add optional toppings!

4. Bourban Spiked Hot Chocolate

Spiked with Bourban

Ingredients:

⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, ½ cup  sugar, a dash of salt, ⅓ cup boiling water, 3½ cups milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla, 2 tablespoons half and half (optional), 8 tablespoons bourbon

Directions:

In medium saucepan mix in all ingredients excep the vanilla, half and half, and bourbon. Mix frequently until all the ingredients are dissolved and the mixture starts to heat up. Then add the vanilla, half and half, and bourban

5.  Hot Chocolate Martini

Spiked with Irish Cream and Vanilla Vodka

Ingredients:

• ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, ½ cup  sugar, a dash of salt, ⅓ cup boiling water, 3½ cups milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla, 1 ounce dark crème de cocoa, 1 ounce Bailey's irish cream, 3/4 ounce vanilla vodka

Directions:

• Combine cocoa powder, sugar, salt, water, and milk, heat up until all the ingredients are dissolved. Add in the vanilla, Bailey's irish cream and vanilla vodka. Bottoms up!

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6. Mint Hot Chocolate

Spiked with Peppermint Schnapps & Vanilla Vodka

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup cocoa powder, 1 tablespoon sugar, pinch kosher salt, 3 cups whole milk, 4 ounces milk chocolate chips, 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate chips, 4 ounces vanilla vodka, 2 ounces peppermint schnapps, Whipped cream and mint leaf garnish.

•                                                                    Directions:                                                                             In medium saucepan, stir in all ingredients except the vodka and schnapps. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until chocolate is melted. Stir in vanilla vodka and peppermint schnapps. Garnish with whipped cream and mint leaf.

xo - The Nudwear Team

Nudwear's Ski Chic Ski Bunny Essentials!

It's cold outside and time for one of Nudwear's favorite jetsets, a ski holiday! 

Now, the key challenge, how to be Ski Chic? Nudwear has you covered!

Whether your going for the fresh air, beautiful mountain views, comfy food, or the Apres Ski (ofcourse!), you also have to deal with some harsh weather conditions.  You can often end up looking like a wind-swept yeti and not the ski babe that you had in mind. 

Here are our top winter style and beauty tips to keep you warm and flawlessly stylish on the slopes! 

1. Accessories, accessories! Stand out with colorful gloves and comfy bobble hat. 

These babies will keep you warm while making a statement.  

2. The air in winter is dryer than it is in summer so it’s a good idea to apply a hydrating mask before your trip, and pack one to go for a midweek moisture boost!  Keep your tresses tame with a sleek slicked back ponytail. 

3. Statement goggles, yes please! 

Protect your eyes from the elements with colorful ski goggles

4. Seamless boyshorts for flawless style and wedgie free skiing!

5. Snow proof make-up. Being waterproof and looking natural is the key. Choose a foundation that will stay put no matter how much snow you throw at it. We like gel based foundation sticks for staying power and convenience. To complete the look, just add agood waterproof mascara. You don’t want to look overdone just naturally fresh. The cold air will do the rest of the work – giving you rosy cheeks and bright eyes.

6. High SPF sports sunscreen. Fresh snow is good at reflecting the sun’s rays and almost doubles a person’s exposure to harmful UV radiation.  Use sun screen that is at least SPF 30 to protect your skin and avoid the goggle tan!

xo The Nudwear Team!

Trend Report: SS14 Backless Babes

It may be cold outside but SS14 was all about a bare back side. No, we're not talking about the Kim Kardashian backside... just bring that gaze a little more north and see some of our fav runway looks showing off beautiful backs.  

Ahh yes, the back is back. While we seriously respect a girl willing to take the plunge and bare it all with a deep neckline, recently we've found ourselves captivated by its reverse counterpart: the backless dress. Whether it's a printed mini dress or a full-length gown, the backless trend is a seamless way to make an au courant statement at any formal function or soiree this season. 

Wear the backless dress with confidence with our signature strapless backless Nud Bra.  The Nud Bra is perfect for the backless dress trend as it eliminates bra straps, is self-adhesive, seamless, and supportive.

Get Your Nud Bra Here

xx,

The Nüdwear Team

ENGAGED? // Now What...

Nudwear Fan & Friend - Engaged Thursday August 22, 2013

You've got the ring…and you’ve got the guy – congratulations! 

Now, here’s what to do once you’ve bagged your sparkler 

1. Make an announcement. This is important news and not to be distributed lightly, so a Facebook update just won’t do. Categorise your family and friends and call them in order, then move on to the wider circle of people who will want to hear the news directly from you. Only then should you go online.

2. Get a manicure. Everyone, and we mean EVERYONE, will want to see that ring, so make sure your hand is in top condition – so that means manicures and hand moisturising to the max. Also ensure the ring size is correct – it makes a big difference. 

3. Get your ring insured. Nothing can replace the sentimental value your dazzler now embodies, but you’ll have peace of mind knowing that if the worst happens, you can get a replacement.

4. Perfect the proposal story. You’ll be asked the same question over and over again. So embrace it and fine-tune your romantic tale.

5. Estimate a date. Usually the very next question after the proposal story is: “When’s the big day then?” Even if you just name the month or in some cases year when you potentially want to tie the knot, it means guests can start making plans.

6. Get creative. It’s time to let your mind run wild with exciting ideas. Pinterest is great for inspiration.

7. Get serious. Once you’ve had a bit of time to dream about your perfect wedding, it’s time to come back down to reality and get on with the nitty gritty. Draw up an estimated guest list and decide your budget, which will lead to decisions on the venue.

8. Start saving. It’s time to have the talk with whoever will be funding the wedding. Remain realistic.

9. Create a wedding blog. Keep everyone in the know and get them excited for the upcoming nuptials by starting a blog or creating a Facebook page. Include information on the wedding date and venue. This way you avoid being pestered with questions from guests.

10. Relax with your fiancé. Take a deep breath and remember why you’re getting married.

WE WISH YOU THE BEST AND NOTHING LESS!

XX,

The Nüdwear Team

CREDIT: 1-10 Guide via Emirates Woman

Product Launch: The Ultimate Slimming Tank

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- Perfect for everyday slimming, wear alone or layered under your favorite top

- Smooths tummy, waist and upper back

- Eliminates bra bulge

- Smooth ribbing with premium finishing

- Moisture wicking and workout friendly

- Color fast, retains shape

- 84% Nylon, 16% Elastane

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xx,

The Nüdwear Team

The Nudwear Challenge | PIN IT TO WIN IT!

 Win the Ultimate Convertible Wrap Dress in your favorite color & #Nudwear Goodie Bag. 

To Enter: 

(1) Follow Nüdwear on Pinterest atwww.pinterest.com/nudwear/

(2) Repin at least 3 items from our Pinterest Board “Nudwear Lingerie” or from www.nudwear.com. Include #nudwear1013 and #pintowin 

**Competition ends Oct 21, 2013. #competition #pinittowinit**

Good Luck!

xx,

The Nudwear Team

Foodie Fridays: Twice Baked

Autumn has arrived... time for home cooked meals, pumpkin spiced lattes and chunky knit sweaters! Quinoa has quickly made its mark among foodie trends this year and we're among the many who have caught on. With that, we're in love with this Twice-Baked Butternut Squash recipe for Fall.

Food Inspiring Fashion: 

Eyes set on the Butternut Squash recipe, we're thinking of how we'll be indulging in this color for our fall wardrobes as well. There is nothing better than autumnal colors, plaids and a classic leopard print. The look above is a priceless combo of the full fall mix.

Launching in the coming weeks - we'll be layering a look such as this with our BRAND NEW Ultimate Slimming Tank. Sign up now for updates on when this shape shifting tank is available online for purchase.

THE RECIPE

Twice-Baked Butternut Squash with Quinoa, Pecans and Parmesan

 

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Prep time

30 mins

Cook time

1 hour

Total time

1 hour 30 mins

 

A simple, elegant butternut squash filled with pecans and parmesan that can be made in advance and baked just before serving.

Author: Jess

Recipe type: Side Dish, Vegetable

Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 4 pounds of butternut squash (about 2 regular, or 4 small)
• salt and pepper
• ⅔ cup uncooked quinoa
• ⅔ cup pecan halves, roughly chopped
• 2 tsp. olive oil
• 1 small shallot, minced
• ½ tsp. dried oregano
• ¼ tsp. salt
• ¾ cups panko breadcrumbs
• 3 Tbsp. unsalted butter, melted
• 4 oz. (115g.) parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Wash the outside of the squash. Cut the squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds (I use an ice cream scoop). Place the squash halves cut-side up in a large baking dish. Sprinkle the surface of the squash with salt and pepper. Pour ¼ inch of water in the bottom of the pan and cover the pan tightly with foil. Bake the squash until it is tender when pierced with a fork, 30-50 minutes depending on the size (my little ones were done in 30). Remove from the oven, discard foil, and allow the squash to cool.
2. Reduce oven temperature to 400 degrees F.
3. Meanwhile, cook the quinoa by bringing 1 and ⅓ cup water to boil in a small pot. Add the quinoa, reduce to a simmer and put a lid on the pot. Simmer for 15 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat.
4. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Toast the pecans until fragrant, about 5 minutes. Set aside. In the same skillet over medium heat, combine the olive oil and shallots. Cook, stirring frequently, until the shallots soften, about 5 minutes. Remove the skillet from the heat.
5. Using a spoon or an ice cream scoop, gently scrape the flesh out of the roasted squash halves, leaving a layer of about ¼ inch of squash remaining in the shell. (Leave the squash shells in the baking dish.) In a large bowl combine the squash, cooked quinoa, pecans, shallot, oregano, and salt. In another small bowl whisk together the panko breadcrumbs and butter.
6. Finely grate the parmesan cheese. Add 2 Tbsp. of the cheese to the panko. Add the remaining parmesan to the squash mixture and stir to combine all of the ingredients.
7. Gently spoon the squash mixture into the squash shells. Sprinkle the panko and parmesan over the top.
8. Return squash to the oven and bake, uncovered, until the tops are golden brown, 20-25 minutes.

Recipe by Jess of Inquiring Chef.

Enjoy!

xx,

The Nüdwear Team