There’s nothing like a nice, warm cup of coffee to start your morning off right, but sometimes black coffee with a dash of milk and two sugars isn’t quite enough to get you going through your busy day. Try these fun tricks to add a little excitement to your cup of joe.
Flavor It
Skip a trip to the coffee shop and save a little extra cash by making your own flavored coffee right at home. Bottles of flavored syrups are available at most grocery stores, as well as online. Try the classics like vanilla, hazelnut and caramel. Or, switch it up and add fun flavors like lavender, pumpkin, peppermint, rose and raspberry to your morning pick-me-up.
Sprinkle It
Want to add flavor but don’t want to add the calories? Sprinkle your cup of joe with spices like cinnamon and nutmeg to give your coffee a delicious kick.
Drizzle It
Amp up your cup with a sweet little twist. Drizzle chocolate or caramel syrup inside your mug before pouring your coffee. Not enough? Drizzle more on top and enjoy!
Steam It
Coffee and milk are a long-time dynamic duo. But even the reliable go-tos can sometimes use a little tweaking every now and then. Make this classic pairing even better by steaming your milk before you mix the two together.
Switch It
Sugar is sweet, but you know what’s even sweeter? A little variety! Find new ways to sweeten your coffee with other natural sweeteners such as agave, honey and maple syrup.
Blend It
Become your own barista! Combine coffee, ice, sweetener and milk in a blender and blend until smooth. Top with whip cream and enjoy your blended coffee from the comfort of your own home without the strain on your wallet.
