Winter Warmers Drinks Recipes

As the days get colder we need something to keep us cosy and distract us from the bitterness of winter. What better way than making a heartwarming winter warmer?

Raspberry Jam Tea 

This recipe was sent by Kate Samuels and is a recipe she used to make in Ukraine as a little girl.

Ingredients

• Black tea bag 

• Spoonful of raspberry jam 

• Spoonful of honey 

Directions

1. Make a cup of black tea.

2. Add the honey and (ideally homemade) chunky raspberry jam.

3. Stir well.

Gold and Nutty Milk Tea or Coffee 

Kate also sent us this recipe which she started making recently on cold winter days.

Ingredients

• Black tea or coffee

• Almond milk 

• Tbsp of turmeric based spices 

• Cinnamon for garnishing 

• Nuts for garnishing 

Directions

1. Make black tea or coffee.

2. In a separate cup mixt together almond milk and spices [I add Naturiya super blend but you can add your own mix that could include black pepper and cinnamon or chocolate].

3. Wizz the spiced milk with a coffee frother, or if you don’t have one, you can shake it vigorously in a carton.

4. Add the golden milk on top of your hot drink.

5. Top with finely grated nuts or sprinkle with cinnamon.

Fire Cider Hot Toddy

This recipe was sent by Beti from Movement in Thyme CIC, which focuses on the benefits of herbal medicine, they hold community workshops at Milk Cafe where you can also pick pay-what-you-can herbal remedies. To find out more visit: movementinthyme.com

A blend of warming and immune-system supporting herbs macerated in apple cider vinegar. Drink through the winter to support immune function.

Ingredients 

• 1 large chopped white onion 

• 2 small chopped red onions

• 1 cup crushed garlic cloves

• 1 cup grated ginger 

• 1 cup rosehips

• Juice of 2 oranges (I also add the skins)

• Juice of 2 lemons (again with skins)

• Handful of fresh rosemary 

• Handful of fresh thyme

• ½ cup grated turmeric root

• 1 tbsp peppercorns 

• Apple cider vinegar 

Directions

1. Add the ingredients to a 2 litre sized jar. 

2. Fill the rest of the jar with apple cider vinegar and seal. 

3. Allow to infuse for about a month, shaking every few days. 

4. Strain using a fine sieve or cheesecloth and add honey – I usually like mine at a ratio of one part honey to two parts fire cider. 

5. Label your bottle with the ingredients and date. 

6. You can drink it mixed with honey, hot water and maybe a wee drop of whisky. 

Tip: You can also add chilli peppers and horseradish for an extra kick. 

Dirty Santa – Soha Fard 

Soha sent a traditional Christmas cocktail that she’s been receiving a lot of praise from her family and friends. The best part is it only takes five minutes to prepare. 

Ingredients

• Honey (optional)

• Coconut flakes (optional)

• Ice cubes

• 2 ounces vodka 

• 0.25 ounces lime juice

• 1.5 ounces grenadine

• Splash of ginger ale or sprite

• Frozen cranberries/blueberries (optional)

Directions 

1. Pour vodka and freshly squeezed lime juice into an ice-filled cup.

2.  Add grenadine and finish with a splash of ginger ale or sprite for a refreshing cocktail.

3.  Finally, garnish with frozen cranberries or blueberries and enjoy your delicious winter beverage.

Tip: Honey can be used as an edible glue and spread on the edge of a glass cup, then covered with coconut flakes.

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