The weather is cooling down slowly but surely! Even in my little corner of Southern California, where the sun is always ablaze, the days don’t seem as hot. Lately, I’ve been starting my mornings by opening the windows all over my house. I love to feel the freshness of the outdoors come into my house. It not only invigorates me to get my work out on (so I can warm up!) but it also makes me crave some warm drinks.
So, today, I bring you five of my favorite winter drink recipes! (No alcohol involved 😉 )
Beet Latte
Some Tone it Up recipes can be a miss but, other times, I love their ingenuity. Beets in a latte? It sounds a little funky but it is totally worth trying! It’s a cozy beverage to have in the morning or filling enough to satisfy a sneaky late-night craving.
Detox Lemonade
The classic hot water with lemon has its benefits but it can get a little dull. Upgrade the classic combo with this recipe that includes some yummy ginger, honey, and cloves!
Golden Milk
If you haven’t heard of golden milk, you’ve surely been living under a rock, right? No offense but golden milk is only the best thing to ever happen to coffee-free lattes. Like, ever. I dig this recipe for Golden Milk because of the added spices. Some recipes only ask for turmeric, cinnamon, and ginger. That tastes swell but I LOVE a little cardamom or nutmeg to give a more elaborate flavor profile. Plus, dates as a sweetener? You can’t go wrong there!
Apple Cider
Again, another basic but essential recipe for your drinks arsenal. I love the warm scents of cinnamon and baked goods and homemade cider provides a similar appealing aroma. Plus, is there anything more delicious than cider?! I think not! I’m planning to cook up a pot (maybe in a crockpot ala Half Baked Harvest ) soon!
Tumeric Tea Tonic
I’m wishing you all good health this upcoming holiday season. Though, if you happen to feel the start of a cold coming on, be sure to load up on some healing tonic. This anti-inflammatory tea only takes three ingredients and it feels so soothing in the body.
Thanks for reading my list of favorite warm beverages. You may have noticed something chocolatey was missing from the list? Yeah, rest assured, I will be drinking some hot cocoa this season! I’ve been working on a sugar-free protein-packed hot cocoa recipe for you all so stay tuned. 😉
Xoxo
Melanie