I don't really mind January. After all it's the month that saw the birth of one of our children so it's one of my favourites. Then there's all that obligatory snuggling under blankets on the sofa and eating of stew and steamed puddings...
Spring, however, does seem a bit of a way off, although I have been pretending that it was very imminent when we had a spell of mild weather last week.
Obviously the snow and cold has put paid to that little fantasy. Apparently we are due for a large snowfall on Friday, although I am in complete denial about this. I am not a fan of snow. I know, it's akin to saying you hate babies and think kittens are ugly. Just not done. But there you have it, I prefer it not to snow.
At the risk of sounding like either me or this blog has a drink problem, I think what this month needs is Mars Bar vodka. I know I've mentioned making home-made drinks a couple of times before, but I honestly hardly ever drink. Anyway, forget all that denying yourself food but enforcing exercise. Who thought that was a good idea? In the depths of winter, staring at a few extra pounds on your hips and a few less in your bank account what is needed is MORE not LESS.
I actually made this for a friend's 21st but there is a small bit that wouldn't fit in the bottle so am going to taste test it tonight.
There are loads of recipes online but I just went with what I had which was a 35cl bottle of vodka. I chopped up three Mars Bars, melted them in a bowl over boiling water and then added the vodka, mixing well as I went. Then back into the bottle it went and into the freezer for 24 hours.
I think this is just the ticket when it's snowing and, oh no, you have to sit in front of the fire. Diets can wait, just like spring has to.
The mars bar vodka sounds amazing! Just thought I'd let you know, you are not alone: I dislike snow as well. Quite pretty out of the window, but cold, wet, slippery and annoying in the flesh. I do however like babies and will tolerate kittens at a distance...
Eleanor x
Posted by: Eleanor from stitchesandseeds | January 16, 2013 at 04:05 PM
Hello Eleanor, when I licked my fingers after accidently spilling a drop of the vodka it tasted lovely! Just like an alcoholic Mars Bar (funny that!). Glad Im not alone in my dislike of snow.
Posted by: Deb | January 16, 2013 at 04:24 PM
oh Deb, no offence but that sounds truly digusting! I am however willing to be proved wrong - I'll come see you soon ;)
Posted by: Carrie | January 16, 2013 at 06:44 PM
Haha, no offence taken Carrie but if you love Mars Bars and vodka then I think youll like this! Gosh, hope the birthday girl doesnt think urgh!
Posted by: Deb | January 16, 2013 at 06:45 PM
Must be something about the weather, but I had some of my homemade rhubarb and ginger vodka last night. Someone on twitter wants the recipe so I'm going to blog it. Your recipe sounds yummy, I might have to make some. I don't like snow either xx
Posted by: Margaret | January 17, 2013 at 10:15 AM
Oh yes, please blog it! That sounds lovely.
Posted by: Deb | January 17, 2013 at 01:30 PM
Having sworn off alcohol for Cancer Research's January Dryathlon, I am reading this post through gritted teeth.
Posted by: The Coffee Lady | January 18, 2013 at 01:26 PM
Ooops - perhaps this *is* the wrong month to post/make!
Posted by: Deb | January 18, 2013 at 02:24 PM
I am seriously up for this.
Posted by: catharinehoward | January 18, 2013 at 07:50 PM
Oh you should make it! Its v easy and apparently v tasty. I am thinking I shall have to make a bottle for myself. And hang the calories.
Posted by: Deb | January 18, 2013 at 08:35 PM
I think what February needs is Mars Bars vodka too....
Posted by: Tuckshop Gardener | February 14, 2013 at 10:25 AM