'Tis the season for all things cozy, including warm drinks! From classics like hot chocolate and apple cider to more inventive options like ginger tea or chai latte, here are seven winter drinks that will help you stay cozy all season long. So pull out your favorite mug, and get ready to sip your way through winter.
1. Spiced Apple Cider
This classic drink is perfect for chilly days and nights. Add some spice to your cider by infusing it with cinnamon sticks, cloves, and fresh ginger. The apple cider offers a rich, tart, and sweet taste, while the pinch of nutmeg adds a kick and warm feel. Top it off with some star anise, sliced apples, and drizzle some caramel.
2. Hot Chocolate
A winter favorite, hot chocolate or cocoa is a great way to warm up and get your sweet fix simultaneously. This easy-to-make drink is topped with whipped cream and marshmallows for an extra special treat. If you want a richer flavor, use unsweetened cocoa powder to make your hot chocolate.
3. Mulled Wine
Mulled wine is perfect for sipping by the fire on a cold evening. It is a traditional drink during the winter and Christmas due to its festive appearance and warm to hot temperature. Add a cinnamon stick and some star anise to complete this winter hot drink.
4. Hot Toddy
This whiskey-based drink is said to help relieve cold and flu symptoms. Make it with hot water, lemon, honey, and your favorite whiskey. Unlike mulled wine or warm apple cider, hot toddies have a light and refreshing flavor. They are great to offer at a holiday party or event.
5. Chai Latte
A delicious and warming mix of black tea, milk, and spices, chai lattes are perfect for chilly mornings or evenings. It is also an ideal way to satisfy sweet cravings due to its naturally sweet flavor. Many people make chai lattes without tea to enjoy a caffeine-free drink.
6. Ginger Tea
Fresh ginger root gives this tea a spicy kick that will warm you up from the inside out. Add honey and lemon for extra flavor and health benefits. This healthy, warm drink is light and soothes the body from any potential winter colds or upset stomachs from overeating during the holidays.
7. Coffee
A hot cup of coffee is the ideal pick-me-up on a cold day and a true favorite for any coffee lover. Make it even more special by adding some flavored syrups, whipped cream, or chocolate shavings suited for the holiday season. Sipping on a nice, warm cup of coffee can help comfort you during the winter.
How To Make Drinks Suit The Holidays
To create a festive feel to your winter drinks, add seasonal ingredients
that evoke feelings of warmth and cheer. Try mixing ingredients such as
cranberries, cinnamon sticks, and nutmeg into your drinks. Alcohol also
helps keep you warm during the chilly months, so it is a great time to
offer seasonal cocktails at your establishment. You can also add a
festive touch to beverages by simply pairing them with
drink picks.
'Tis The Season
The winter season can be tough for people due to the cold and gloomy changes. Drinks are a great way to make you feel better and warm you up from the inside out. So sit in front of a fire and grab a cozy sweater with your favorite winter drink to keep you warm on a cold evening.
