Winter Warmers

Nov 09, 2016

With the clocks changing and temperatures dropping its time to resign to the fact that winter is upon us. Don't worry it’s not all bad! Our personalised travel mugs are perfect for transporting a variety of hot drinks on those cold winter mornings. To get into the spirit of the season we’ve collected some inspiration for those looking to spice up their mugs with some classic winter warmers.

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1. Chai Tea by Food52.com

Food52.com

Ingredients:

Ready made Chai spice mix

(or make your own by combining 1 tsp Allspice, 1/4 tsp Black pepper, 2 tsp Cardamom,
2 tsp Cinnamon, 2 tsp Ground Ginger, 1/2 tsp Cloves, 1/2 tsp Nutmeg)
Black Tea (2 tsp loose or 2 tea bags)

1/2 cup Water
1/2 cup Milk

Bring the Chai spice mix to a simmer in a pan with the water, milk and black tea. Once the mixture is simmering away, remove from heat and leave to brew for 5 minutes. Strain, serve and sweeten to taste.

2. Homemade Hot Chocolate by Iambaker.net

Ingredients:

4 cups milk

1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup good quality cocoa
1 1/2 cups miniature marshmallows
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Combine all ingredients in a saucepan, stir over a medium-low heat until the marshmallows melt. Pour into your travel mug, add some extra cream or marshmallows on top if your feeling fancy and enjoy!

3. Seasonal Tea Blends from Bluebird Tea Co.

Bluebird Tea is a young, independent tea mixology company who have a tea blend for every occasion! The Bonfire Toffee black tea blend is a personal favourite of ours.

4. Dirty Chai Latte by theblondielocks.com

Ingredients:
2 tbsp or 1 bag of chai tea blend
1-2 shots of espresso coffee
1tsp vanilla
1tsp maple syrup
Cinnamon
Milk

Bring the milk to a simmer in a small saucepan, add vanilla, maple syrup and cinnamon then whisk. Add the chai tea (in a steeper or tea bag) to the pan. Prepare the espresso coffee adding 1-2 shots to the bottom of your cup. Once the milk is heated through, froth and pour over the espresso. Top with cinnamon and enjoy.

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