Since 'hot drinks' are literally not my cup of tea, I never want to put much energy into making them. Instead, I've found ingredients in our pantry I can whip up easily with no fuss that deliver great flavor and instant relaxation. No gourmet melting or confusing recipes required. Yes, I use pre-blended, store-bought ingredients and the microwave for this. Sometimes I play a bit with the liqueurs splashed in, but ultimately my goal is to keep it simple, quick and delicious. I also try to keep them as low cal as possible so I stick to sugar free mixes and save the calories for the most important ingredients!
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This 'instant coffee' is my non-coffee drinking husband's favorite |
INSTANT COFFEE CURE
2 Tbsp Maxwell House International Cafe in Suisse Mocha (sugar and caffeine free)
2/3 cup boiling water
1 oz Kahlua Peppermint Mocha (this is a limited edition holiday offering, so stock up!)
1/2 oz Bailey's Irish Creme (optional but so yummy)
Pour boiling water over the dry mix in ceramic mug. Stir in liqueurs and enjoy.
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If you are serving up hot tea for guests, garnishing with lemon rinds or cinnamon sticks is a nice touch. |
PEACH TEA
2/3 cup boiling water
1 bag Yogi Peach Detox Tea
1 oz brandy or spiced rum
Squeeze of lemon
1/2 pack Truvia or splash of agave nectar
Steep tea bag for 5 minutes. Remove and stir in liquor, lemon and sweetener (sometimes I leave out the sweetening all together). Enjoy in your favorite mug.
What is your favorite 'warm up' drink for this season? I would love to have more quick recipes, so please do share... and keep following The Southern Sophisticate.
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