10 Ways to Autumn-Up Your Coffee
Out of context, it probably sounds mad talking about autumn in August. To add some context, I saw a yellow leaf yesterday. I fell asleep to a thunderstorm and woke up this morning craving a blackcurrant tea.
Autumn is officially on it's way!
To help get you that autumn vibe, I thought I might suggest a few ways to spice (literally) up your morning coffee:
Add a spoonful of spice - cinnamon, nutmeg, pumpkin spice and ginger all work wonderfully
If you're after a warming kick, sprinkle in a few chilli flakes
If you're fantasizing about hot chocolate but need a little more caffeine, you could always add some cacao or cocoa to your warming cup of Joe
If you've already got some autumnal drinks around, maybe add a tablespoon - cherry juice, liqueur and apple cider can give you a much-needed seasonal boost
Have flavoured tea bags lying around? Try brewing a cup and then making your coffee with that rather than just water
Try melting a few squares of your favourite chocolate into your mug
Get creative with extracts! Vanilla, almond, and orange can all give your mug a flavour boost
If you need a sweet brew, maybe spice it up using liquid sweeteners (added health benefits with this one!) - maple syrup or honey could be just what you need
Top off your coffee with flavoured milk - it's a perfect shortcut for getting a homemade flavoured latte that suits your dietary requirements and has far less sugar than the average coffee shop cup
Use coconut milk as your creamer for an indulgent and warming mug
That's all for my suggestions! I'd love to hear your thoughts - is there anything here you've tried or will be trying? Or maybe you have a few coffee hacks of your own? Either way, I'd love to hear from you!
