❄️ Slow Down, Sip, and Savor the Season
Winter is the garden’s quiet season — and I think it’s meant to be our quiet season too.
When the evenings get longer and colder, I love leaning into small, simple rituals that help me slow down. A cozy beverage is one of those rituals. Something warm in your hands, a comfy seat, soft background light… it brings a little magic back into even the busiest days.
Here are my five favorite winter drinks — each with a gentle nod to the garden and the calm, cozy moments we all deserve more of.
🍎 1. Mulled Apple Cider With Fresh Rosemary
This is the smell of the holidays in a mug.
Warm apple cider simmered with:
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Cinnamon sticks
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Orange slices
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Whole cloves
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A sprig of fresh rosemary from your herb garden
The rosemary adds a subtle garden-inspired twist that feels both festive and grounding.
🍫 2. Creamy Hot Cocoa With Holiday Spices
When I want something indulgent, this is it.
Stir in a pinch of:
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Cinnamon
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Nutmeg
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A tiny dash of cayenne if you like a little heat
Perfect for curling up with a book, movie, or simply a quiet moment watching the lights on the tree.
🌿 3. Peppermint Herbal Tea (Fresh or Dried From Your Garden)
If you grow mint in a container (or have ever grown mint at all), you know you’ll never run out.
Drying mint leaves in fall means peppermint tea all winter long.
It’s soothing, naturally caffeine-free, and pairs beautifully with a candlelit evening.
🍋 4. Ginger-Lemon “Winter Brightness” Tea
This one is wonderfully refreshing and excellent for cold days.
Simply combine:
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Hot water
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Fresh ginger slices
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Lemon
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A drizzle of honey
It’s bright, warming, and perfect for sipping after coming in from the cold.
☕ 5. Spiced Chai Latte (My End-of-Day Treat)
This is my go-to on days when I’ve been running around or working on holiday prep.
I love a chai blend with:
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Cinnamon
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Cardamom
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Ginger
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Black tea
Add warm milk and honey, and you have a fragrant, calming drink that feels like a hug in a mug.
💛 Cheers to a Relaxed, Joyful Season
Winter gives us a chance to slow down and reconnect with the simple comforts we sometimes rush past. I hope these beverages bring a little warmth and calm to your holiday moments.
If you try any of these recipes, let me know which one becomes your favorite!
