Grab your scarf and gloves, it’s time to get all bundled up for winter, and because your insides need to be warmed up too, it’s tea time! The spice in this winter tea will get your blood pumping and warm you from the inside out. A dash of vanilla and whipped cream balance out the spice and provide that hint of sweetness that you expect this time of year.
Mulling Spices for Apple Cider
This is a great last-minute Thanksgiving idea and a fantastic way to naturally scent your home with the smell of Fall. You can buy pre-made mulling spice mixes but they can be a bit pricy, so I just make my own and save it in a mason jar.
This week I bring you an easy, DIY gift idea that puts a new spin on an old classic. I’ve always loved getting jars of hot chocolate mix filled with my friend’s favorite and somewhat coveted cocoa recipe. This year you can be the giver of such a lovely gift with this easy to make, spicy hot chocolate recipe.
I find that the apple and cinnamon create such a sweet and earthy flavor that I don’ need to add any additional sweetener to this tea blend. If you want it a little sweeter I suggest adding a bit of honey instead of regular sugar. The unique honey flavor melts together with the apple and cinnamon to create a very natural flavor.
Rose petals have a gentle calming effect on the nervous system. So as you sit to enjoy this tea, inhale the floral scent and let it fill your senses. Close your eyes and as you take the first sip, let the flavor wash over your tongue and let the warm floral tea fill you with its calming essences.
This tea is also great for kick-starting a sluggish digestive system that may develop in the coming weeks after eating all of those decadent holiday foods. As though that’s not good enough, it will also help chase away the symptoms of a cold. All that and it tastes wonderful too!
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