Winter is around the corner and as the temperature drops, there is nothing as comforting as warm and cosy drinks that get your body temperatures up. From soups to alcoholic beverages, cups of hot tea to coffee drinks, there are many warm and cosy drinks you can explore during the autumn and winter months. But if you are vegan or avoiding dairy products for other health reasons, the options can get a bit limited, right?
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Wrong, especially if you have this guide to winter drinks. Winter is anyways a great time to explore plant-based foods that are high in nutrients and provide warmth to the body. And the simple fact is that with the rising popularity of vegan diet and lifestyle, there are now plenty of options available for vegans wanting to explore warm drinks this winter.
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Here are five such vegan-friendly drinks you can try out for winters.
1. Vegan Masala Chai: A strong, brewed cup of tea using your favourite tea blend, choice spices like cardamom, cloves, ginger and cinnamon, and mixing it with plant-based milk such as soy or almond is all you need to do to make this one. Give your drink a touch of sweetener and spices such as cinnamon and cardamom for added heat and warmth. A warm mug of vegan chai latte is the perfect drink to give cosy feeling in winters.
2. Vegan Spiced Hot Apple Toddy: Spiced hot apple toddy is a perfect choice for those who look for traditional yet vegan drinks for winters. It is prepared by heating apple juice on low flame, adding lemon juice, a drizzle of maple syrup, and a pinch of spices like cinnamon, ginger. Garnish your vegan spiced hot apple toddy with apple slices and a cinnamon stick for presentation. This beverage will lift your energy on the coldest winter evenings.
3. Vegan Hot Chocolate: Hot chocolate is a memorable drink for many during winters and especially in areas with fogs and snowfalls. It is easy to make a vegan-style nostalgic hot chocolate. Preparation begins by heating your plant-based milk such as almond or oat milk, then whisking it with cocoa powder, a sweetener of your choice (such as maple syrup or coconut sugar) and adding vanilla extract. At the end, top it off with vegan whipped cream and marshmallows. Sip velvety smoothness of this vegan hot chocolate on those frosty evenings.
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4. Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate: Hot Chocolate made with peanut butter is a quick, easy vegan drink. Prepare this one by first heating plant-based milk such as almond, soy or preferably peanut milk on a low flame. Add vanilla extract, cocoa powder, cook until chocolate powder is properly melted and mixed in. Then, stir in the melted peanut butter. Pour the hot chocolate in your mug, top it with vegan whipped cream and little bit peanut butter.
5. London Fog Latte: Popularly known as Earl Grey Latte, this one is prepared by heating plant-based milk such as almond, soy on low flame with Earl Grey tea. Add vanilla extract for rich delicious flavour. Sweetening it with maple syrup or coconut sugar can also add a new flavour profile, or you can simply use sugar. This drink is perfect for winter days, so wrap your hands around the cup, allowing the warmth to spread through your fingertips.
There are lot of vegan-friendly cosy drinks to keep you warm, during the winter season. Whether you choose a vegan hot chocolate, vegan masala chai, peanut butter hot chocolate or London fog latte, each beverage offers a unique charm and flavour. So, grab your favourite cosy drink and fall in love with the joys of winter days.