Hot drinks it can include anything from dreamy lattes and mulled wine to fruity teas and mild cider.
And thanks to this summary, you will be happy and warm throughout the winter!
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There's nothing better than a steaming cup of coffee or tea when the weather turns cool.
That said, there are so many delicious winter drink recipes out there, from herbal teas to hot boozy punches.
I am a sucker for a vanilla or caramel latte. But I won't say no to a glass of spiced apple cider either.
Fortunately, these hot beverages are sure to hit the spot whatever your preferences.
Let's dive in!
20 hot drink recipes, from hot chocolate to chai tea
Chai is fragrant, flavorful, and fantastic. When you make it at home, you can tweak it even further to suit your tastes.
This recipe is deliciously spiced. It also goes strong with cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves.
They give it a rich, full-bodied flavor that will tantalize your taste buds with every sip.
Note that this recipe makes about four cups of tea. So for a single serving, you'll need to adjust the ratio of ingredients.
Fun fact: chai literally means tea. So when we say "chai tea," we're actually saying "tea, tea!"
This thick and creamy hot chocolate is every kid's dream come true. (Who am I kidding? It's also my dream come true!)
It's wonderfully sweet and decadent and uses just five ingredients.
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Top it off with mini marshmallows, chocolate chips, or whatever your heart desires! No matter what you choose, you won't be disappointed.
Looking for a beautiful golden drink that's perfect for fall? Hot apple cider is just what you need.
This recipe is also the real deal. It's not just heated apple cider you bought at the store.
Instead, it's 100% homemade apple cider that you'll make from scratch.
Start with unsweetened apple juice. (Fresh-boiled apple juice is best, but store-bought is fine, too.)
Add maple syrup for sweetness, then mix in the spices.
It's a healthy, spicy treat your whole family will appreciate. They'll want you to do it all fall.
Mulled wine is so delicious and has an air of sophistication that makes it ideal for holiday parties.
It only takes 20 minutes to prepare this cozy and spicy drink. Plus, you'll love all the drunken fruit at the bottom of the glass.
Just remember, as sweet and fruity as it is, it's still wine. That means you'll have to keep the little ones away.
Hot Buttered Rum is a creamy, buttery cocktail that is impossible not to love.
It's sweet, cinnamon and wonderfully drunk. And since it calls for brown sugar, you'll find hints of caramel in every cup.
Top it with whipped cream for pure decadence, and enjoy! It is one of the most important ways to warm up this winter.
This seven-ingredient drink has a warm, robust coffee flavor. That said, there is enough chocolate and brown sugar to sweeten it up.
Still, you'll need to be a coffee lover to really enjoy it.
The heavy cream and milk give it a thick, creamy consistency. If you like, you can add a pinch of cinnamon on top.
Either way, it's an indulgent pick-me-up you're sure to love.
This caramel latte recipe uses just three ingredients, plus whipped cream.
Plus, it's incredibly simple to make, requiring no more than 5-7 minutes.
Best of all, it tastes just like the Starbucks drink of the same name. It's pretty much the perfect copycat and also a great way to save money!
Serve this baby with a thick slice of banana bread and you'll be in cafeteria heaven.
Café au lait may sound gloriously sophisticated. But if you speak any French, you'll know that it just means "coffee with milk."
And if that doesn't tell you everything you need to know, then I don't know what will.
You can make this three-ingredient drink in less than 10 minutes. It's a tasty and classic way to warm up on a cold day.
Homemade mocha contains a lot of chocolate and coffee flavor. And it only takes 3 minutes to do!
What could be better than that?!
You will love its great taste and how easy it is to make. Even if you've never made a coffee drink before, you won't have a problem with this one.
You will need hot coffee, water, cocoa powder, sugar, and milk. You can also add heavy cream for a thicker drink and a whipped cream topping if you like.
Simple or decadent, you're sure to love it either way.
Peppermint hot chocolate is THE ideal holiday drink.
It is thick, rich and creamy with lots of chocolate flavor. And the peppermint mint flavor underneath makes it even better.
The delicious whipped cream topping isn't even necessary. However, it's a decadent bonus you won't want to skip.
This fragrant, spicy drink tastes like it came straight from India. It's rich, nuanced, and features so many amazing flavors.
There's cardamom, cloves, cinnamon, star anise and more.
It's sweet, thick, and so good it's hard to slurp down. Instead, you'll want to drink it much faster than you should.
Try to take your time and enjoy it. After all, at just 103 calories per serving, a second cup isn't out of the question.
No hot drink list is complete without the famous PSL.
The drink is so famous that you don't even need to spell it! Those three letters are all you need to make a girl in flannel swoon.
This Starbucks copycat is a fall favorite in homes across the US Fortunately, you can save yourself some money with this recipe.
Make it at home with seven simple ingredients and I guarantee you won't even know the difference.
This fun green drink is the matcha latte of your dreams.
It requires just three simple ingredients, though you may want to add an additional sweetener.
It is a nutritious and vegan drink that you will surely enjoy.
Also, something about matcha lattes seems so virtuous. I always feel like a mighty eco warrior after drinking them.
Is it just me?
What do you think of when you imagine lemonade? A cool, sweetly tart and refreshing summer drink?
Usually, that is precisely what lemonade is.
In this case, it's hot, spicy, sweet, and citrusy. It's a great option if you're looking for something soothing to coat your throat.
Plus, it's sugar-free and alcohol-free, making it a nutritious option for the whole family.
Irish coffee is the best alcoholic pick-me-up you've ever tasted. It's incredibly simple to make and only needs four ingredients.
Take your favorite coffee, brown sugar, Irish whiskey and heavy cream. That is all you will need to prepare this.
It is a strong and slightly bitter drink that will have you dancing a jig in no time.
Feel free to add more brown sugar if you prefer a sweeter flavor. Or, go ahead and use bourbon. I won't tell the Irish if you don't!
Apple cider is a spectacular drink for cold weather.
But have you ever tried cherry cider? It's a simple mix of apple cider, cherry jelly, and cinnamon.
It is so cool!
It has the rich warmth of apples and cinnamon. However, there is also the bright tartness of the cherries.
It is an unbeatable combination that everyone should try at least once.
Also, there is no alcohol in this version. That means you can share it with everyone!
If you ever have stomach problems, bookmark this recipe.
Ginger tea is calming, mildly spiced, and delicious. It warms the stomach but calms it like ginger ale.
It also has many health benefits.
Any doctor will tell you how good ginger is for your body. Fortunately, this fresh ginger tea makes it very easy to enjoy those benefits.
This impressive drink is a spiced latte with a beautiful golden color.
It tastes pretty much like any cinnamon latte you've ever had. But that dazzling hue makes it that much more appetizing – and Instagram-worthy!
Serve them when you want to be a little more festive or fancy. Sure to delight everyone who receives a cup.
This hot, tummy-soothing drink is a spicy, spicy masterpiece. It's energizing, invigorating, and will get your metabolism going like no other.
The goal of this recipe is detoxification, and that's what it will do for you.
I can't say it's the most delicious drink on the list. But when it comes to powering a full-body cleanse, it's unbeatable.
Green tea with milk is a light and delicious drink, perfect for lazy days.
It is slightly sweet and spicy with the rich flavors of cinnamon and ginger. It's also a great option when regular tea seems boring.
I love to drink it while reading a good book. It also pairs well with plain, crumbly cookies.
Give it a try the next time you need a crowd-pleasing brunch drink.
