Picture this: It’s snowing outside. You’re all bundled up in a cozy blanket, sipping a hot chocolate and gazing out the window as snowflakes fall gently to the ground.
Sounds like the perfect winter, right? Hot chocolate is undeniably the ultimate winter beverage, but why stop there? There’s a plethora of flavors to explore, and hot chocolate is the perfect base to experiment with. Let’s add some spice (pun intended) to your winter menu!
Peppermint
Love it or hate it, peppermint’s icy feel in your mouth perfectly represents the cold winter weather. While it’s typically used in candy canes, it can also be added to dark chocolate drinks and winter cakes. Let the peppermint permeate through you and embody that coolness!
Cranberry
What’s winter without some fruit? Not only does its deep red color look bright and festive, its bitter-sour flavor pairs exceptionally well with classic dishes such as pies, tarts, and casseroles. It can even be turned into a sweet cranberry sauce served with roasted turkey for Thanksgiving!
Gingerbread
You might have already heard of the gingerbread man, but what makes up the lovely flavor of this biscuit? Warm spices are behind it all: ginger, cloves, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Sipping into a gingerbread-flavored drink feels cozy, like a hug in the cold, so let this flavor warm you up in the coldest of nights.
Chestnut
“Chestnuts roasting on an open fire…” Chestnuts are so iconic that they’re in the title of a popular Christmas song. Nutty flavors, especially chestnuts and hazelnuts, are typically associated with winter since they’re in season around this time of the year. While chestnuts can be integrated into a variety of delicacies, roasted chestnuts are soft, sweet, and have an earthy taste that feels warm and relaxing.
Toffee
Ah yes, toffee—the ultimate flavor for those with a sweet tooth. Its buttery, caramelly goodness is an exquisite partner for desserts and provides a kind of indulgence that will leave you hanging for more. Best to go with coffee, tiramisu, and pudding, but feel free to try it out with other treats, too!
Ready to savor these flavors for your next winter food trip? May it be a latte, muffin, or stew, don’t be afraid to mix up the menu. Speaking of flavors, did you know that the Jelli M1 mask also adds flavor to your winter OOTDs? Spice up your cozy outfits with Jelli M1’s polished look, keeping you protected and letting your individuality shine through. Keep warm with style!
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