Waugh calls this the “Millionaire’s Tequila Old Fashioned”—Don Julio 1942, a premium aged tequila, meets Don the Beachcomber, thanks to a cinnamon-grapefruit-flavor combo known in the trade as “Don’s Mix.” Keep this one reserved for more intimate occasions.

12 oz. Don Julio 194212 oz. añejo tequila6 oz. Grapefruit-Cinnamon Syrup (see below)24 dashes Bittermens Elemakule Tiki bitters or Angostura bitters12 grapefruit twists for garnish (optional)

In a large pitcher combine all the ingredients except the grapefruit twists. Add about ½ cup of water to mimic dilution. Refrigerate until serving.

To serve, pour into rocks glasses with one large ice cube and garnish with grapefruit twists.

To make Grapefruit-Cinnamon Syrup, simmer cane syrup (or equal parts water and sugar) with 2 to 3 cinnamon sticks over low heat for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat, add large strips of zest from 1 grapefruit, and let infuse until the syrup is flavored. Keep the extra on hand for all your tequila drinks. 

The Trifecta Punch
From Meaghan Levy of HGU Hotel in New York

Serves 16-20

During the holiday season, Levy turns (and returns) to this simple, hassle-free punch recipe with three easy-to-find ingredients that anyone can whip up in three minutes. “That inspired the name, the Trifecta Punch. Gin is a nice alternative to brown spirits often used in punch. Slightly bitter Aperol provides contrast and lends a great winter feel.”

24 oz. gin 12 oz. Aperol64 oz. chilled sparkling rosé wineCranberries, for garnish

In a pitcher, combine the gin and Aperol. Stir and refrigerate until serving.