Brew a Cup of Joy this Holiday Season

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This holiday season, we’re sharing recipes crafted to inspire moments of mindfulness and joy. Below, you’ll find six drinks that encourage you to take a moment to pause, be present, and enjoy the simple act of creating and savoring something special. They’re designed to brighten and bring warmth to your winter days.

If you feel especially joyful, mix one up, and tag us on social using #smithholiday. We’ll return the favor and repost!

In the spirit of giving, this year, we supported Reach Out and Read, a Morristown organization that provides books to children in need. We donated 300 copies of Zaza’s Perfect Pie, a delightful picture book by our Director of Digital Creative, Elana Iaciofano. Complete with recipes, activities, and crayons, it’s a fun way for kids to dive into Zaza’s pizza-filled adventures.

Additionally, we’ve made a financial contribution to NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, to support their important work in mental health advocacy and education.

Here’s to moments that warm the heart and brighten the season!

Uplifting Hot Chocolate

Serves 1

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup milk of choice
  • 2 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 Tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • Whipped cream and marshmallows 

Method:

Place milk, cocoa powder, and sugar in a small saucepan. Heat over medium-low heat, whisking frequently, until warm (but not boiling). 

Stir in vanilla extract.

Serve with whipped cream and marshmallows.

Relaxing Tart Cherry Milk

Serves 1

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup almond or coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup tart cherry juice
  • 2 tsp honey
  • Sprinkle of rose petals (culinary grade)

Method:

In a small pot over low heat, warm the almond or coconut milk and tart cherry juice. 

Once simmering, remove from the heat and whisk in honey.

Optional: use a frother for foam.

Pour into mug and garnish with a sprinkle of rose petals.

Soothing Hot Toddy

Serves 1

Ingredients:

  • 3/4 cup water
  • 1 1/2 ounces whiskey
  • 2 tsp honey
  • 2 tsp lemon juice
  • Lemon slice
  • Cinnamon stick

Method:

Heat water to a simmer and pour into a mug.

Add the whiskey, lemon juice, and honey. Stir.

Garnish with a lemon slice and a cinnamon stick and serve hot!

Spicy Ginger Tea

Serves 1

Ingredients:

  • 1 inch piece of fresh ginger, cut into smaller pieces
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tsp honey
  • Lemon slices and crystalized ginger

Method:

In a small saucepan, bring the water and sliced ginger to a simmer for 5 minutes. 

Remove from the heat and remove the ginger (or leave it in for extra zing!) and pour into a mug.

Stir in a teaspoon of honey and add a lemon slice and a piece of crystalized ginger. 

Fearless London Fog Latte

Serves 1

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 Earl Grey tea bag  
  • 1  tsp honey 
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract  
  • 1/2 cup milk of choice
  • Optional: 1/2 tsp dried lavender (culinary grade)

Method:

Boil water. Add the tea bag and dried lavender and steep.

Bring milk to a simmer in a small pan over medium-low heat, whisking to froth.

Strain tea into mug and stir in the honey and vanilla. Top with frothed milk.

Brave Brew Mocha

Serves 1

Ingredients:

  • 1/4 cup brewed strong coffee
  • 6 oz milk of choice
  • 2 Tbsp chocolate chips
  • Whipped cream and chocolate powder for serving

Method:

Heat the milk in a small pot over medium-low heat until simmering. 

Add the chocolate chips and whisk until melted. 

Optional: use a frother for foam.

Pour the milk over the coffee. 

Garnish with whipped cream and a sprinkle of chocolate powder.

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