Warm up with Our Favourite Holiday Drinks

Temperatures are dropping and the holiday lights are going up. It’s the perfect time of year for warm, seasonal drinks built on great coffee.

Cold days call for something simple, cozy and reliable. Whether you need a latte after a snowy morning or a festive cocktail once the shopping is done, here are a few of our favourite holiday beverages made with Bean Around The World coffees.

 

Peppermint Mocha

A true holiday classic. Chocolate and peppermint always hit the mark on cold winter days.

Ingredients
¾ cup strong coffee or a shot of espresso
⅓ cup half and half or preferred milk
1½ tsp peppermint extract
1½ tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
¼ tsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp sugar
Whipped cream and crushed candy canes optional

Instructions

1. Brew your coffee or espresso.
2. Warm the milk in a saucepan on medium heat if you don’t have an espresso machine with a steam wand.
3. Add vanilla, sugar, peppermint extract and cocoa. Stir until small bubbles form.
4. Combine the milk mixture with the coffee in your mug.
5. Top with whipped cream and crushed candy canes if you want the full holiday hit.

 

Gingerbread Latte

Gingerbread is a holiday staple. Add it to a latte and it becomes an instant favourite.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup milk or dairy substitute
• ½ cup espresso or strong coffee
• 2 tablespoons gingerbread simple syrup
• Optional whipped cream

Instructions:

1. Heat milk over medium heat in a small saucepan. Do not boil.
2. Brew your espresso or coffee.
3. When the milk steams and small bubbles form, turn off the heat and whisk until frothy.
4. In a mug, add espresso, gingerbread syrup and frothed milk. Stir gently.
5. Add whipped cream if desired.

 

Santa’s Christmas Coffee

A fast, simple holiday brew that works for a crowd. Four ingredients, one pot, big flavour.

Ingredients:

• 12 cups water
• 1½ cups ground coffee
• ¼ teaspoon clove
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon

Garnishes: whipped cream, chocolate shavings, sprinkles or a mini candy cane.

Instructions:

1. Add clove and cinnamon to the ground coffee and brew as usual.
2. Top with whipped cream and your choice of garnish.

*Holiday hosting tip: set up a garnish bar and let guests customize their cup.*

 

Hot Pumpkin Eggnog made with Rainforest Organic
Flavour Profile: Chocolate, Earthy, Spicy

Hot Pumpkin Eggnog

Pumpkin and eggnog in one cup. Rich, warm and perfect for evenings at home.

Ingredients:

• 1½ cups milk or rich dairy alternative
• 1 large egg + 1 yolk
• 3 tablespoons sugar
• ⅛ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• ⅛ teaspoon cinnamon
• ⅛ teaspoon Kosher salt
• ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
• ¼ cup pumpkin puree
• Fresh grated nutmeg

Instructions:

1. In a saucepan over medium-high heat, combine milk, egg, yolk, sugar, spices, salt and vanilla. Whisk well.
2. Before boiling, the mixture will thicken and the froth will hold its shape. Remove from heat and whisk in pumpkin puree.
3. Pour into mugs and top with fresh nutmeg.

*For a caffeine kick, add a shot of espresso. For a nightcap, add rum, whiskey or bourbon.*

Keto Cinnamon Toast Butter Coffee made with our Christmas Blend
Smoky, Floral, Fruity

Keto Cinnamon Toast Butter Coffee

A crowd-pleaser that covers the keto drinkers and still wins over everyone else.

Ingredients:

• 8oz black coffee
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 2 tablespoons sugar-free brown sugar cinnamon syrup

Flavoured Whipped Cream (16 servings)

• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• ¼ cup sugar-free brown sugar cinnamon syrup

Cinnamon Sugar (8 servings)

• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon granular sweetener

Instructions:

1. Whip cream and syrup together until airy. Refrigerate.
2. Blend coffee, butter and syrup on high until frothy.
3. Pour into a cup and top with whipped cream.
4. Mix cinnamon and sweetener and sprinkle on top.

Apple Pie Hot Toddy

A warm, spiced cocktail that turns any cold night into a cozy one.

Ingredients:

• 2.5 cups water
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 chai tea bags
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 100 ml apple brandy

Instructions:

1. Bring water to a simmer over medium-high heat.
2. Add honey and dissolve. Remove from heat, steep tea for five minutes, then add lemon juice and brandy.
3. Garnish with sliced apple or a cinnamon stick.

*Hosting tip: brew a large batch of the tea base and add brandy as you serve.*

Which is your favourite?

These holiday drinks bring out the best of the season. Simple ingredients, great coffee and a warm cup in hand.

Try them at home and tell us which one takes the top spot this year.