5 Hot Coffee Recipes to Warm You Up

As the evenings grow cooler and the days shorter, there's something comforting about wrapping your hands around a steaming cup of coffee. A well-crafted coffee's warmth and rich flavors can elevate your mood and create a sense of coziness that perfectly complements the winter season. To help you make the most of this, we have five hot coffee recipes that put slight twists on some of the classic specialty coffees. From the zesty Flat Orange to the indulgent Hazelnut Mocha and the aromatic Orange Cinnamon Latte, these recipes are sure to bring a smile to your face as you sip and savor the flavors of the season.

A flat white is perfect for those who like to add some creaminess to their coffee while still retaining those unmistakable roasted coffee aromas, and adding orange to this variation gifts a sprinkling of the holiday spirit to proceedings. This recipe shows that you don't need to change much when tweaking a classic to create a delightful contrast that's perfect for winter mornings.

1. Brew a double espresso shot and pour it into your Nachtmann Barista Cappuccino/Flat White Glass.
2. Gently peel the zest of an orange and squeeze it over your glass so its oils infuse with the coffee. Then, rub the inside of the peel along the rim of your Nachtmann Barista glass. Twist your orange zest so it forms a presentable garnish and set aside.
3. Steam and froth the milk. The typical milk: espresso ratio of a flat white is 2:1, while a common approach to warming the milk is to steam it so there is just a slight layer of foam on the top.
4. Pour the warmed, slightly frothed milk over the double espresso shot.
5. Garnish with your twisted orange zest for a Flat Orange that tastes and looks the part.

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There's a reason chocolate and hazelnut are so frequently combined - they make for quite the duo that will delight lovers of rich, velvety coffees. The Hazelnut Mocha is a dreamy concoction, with the nutty hazelnut cream and sweet fig jam adding layers of flavor to your coffee for a little something extra compared to your standard mocha.

1. Spread a spoonful of fig jam and a dollop of hazelnut cream in the bottom of your coffee mug.
2. Steam your milk until it's nice and creamy and pour it over the hazelnut cream and fig jam. Mochas are a variety of latte, so aim for approximately three parts milk to one part espresso.
3. Brew a double espresso shot and pour it over the milk. Stir well to combine the now-melted fig jam and hazelnut cream.
4. Top with a small layer of foamed milk.
5. Optionally, drizzle some hazelnut cream on top for extra indulgence.

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If there's one spice that best fits the cooler months, it might just be cinnamon. The extra addition of orange and lemon syrup in this latte variation delivers a delightful citrus and cinnamon blend, making it perfect for those seeking a vibrant burst of flavor in their coffee.

• Orange Zest

1. Pour approximately 10ml lemon syrup into your Nachtmann Barista glass. Feel free to use more or less to cater to your taste preferences.
2. Sprinkle some ground cinnamon over the lemon syrup.
3. Finely peel some orange zest and squeeze to impart the zest's oils into the syrup. Twist the orange zest and set aside to use as garnish when you finish.
4. Warm your milk until it's creamy and frothy and pour over the syrup and cinnamon. DINZLER use oat milk in this recipe, but use whichever milk works best for you! Since this is a latte, use approximately three times as much milk as the espresso you use.
5. Brew a single shot of espresso and pour over the milk. Stir to combine.
6. Garnish with a further sprinkle of cinnamon and add your twisted orange zest for a beverage that will brighten up the room on a winter morning.

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Of course, creamy coffees aren't for everyone. If you're a hardcore espresso lover, you can add some sweet, textured nougat to make a warming, cold weather-appropriate coffee that still retains that espresso kick. The Espresso Torrone celebrates espresso's boldness while adding the sweet and textured delight of nougat for an intense and comforting coffee experience.

1. Break a piece of layered nougat into smaller chunks and place one in your Nachtmann Espresso/Doppio Glass.
2. Brew a shot of espresso and pour it over the nougat.
3. Froth a small amount of milk to add as a foam topping to your espresso.
4. Pour the frothed milk over the espresso and nougat. Don't stir - this is just a topping to your espresso.
5. Optionally, sprinkle some crushed nougat on top for added texture.

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Yes, two mochas are on this list, but we just couldn't choose between the two! When used correctly, mint can be the perfect ingredient for complementing warm, chocolaty beverages. The Mint Mocha offers a delightful fusion of rich, chocolaty flavors and invigorating minty freshness that will warm the soul on chilly evenings.

• Cream topping

1. Melt a piece of dark chocolate until it's smooth and velvety. Pour into your Nachtmann Hot Beverage Mug.
2. Take fresh mint leaves, rub them to release their distinctive aromas, and add to your milk of choice.
3. Steam and foam your milk until it's creamy and frothy. Pour over the melted chocolate
4. Brew a double espresso shot and pour into the milk and chocolate mixture.
5. Garnish with a few fresh mint leaves and a dollop of cream topping.

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As those crisp mornings and chilly nights settle in, these five hot coffee recipes are here to warm your soul and open your mind to some more creative ways to enjoy your coffee. From the citrusy zing of the Flat Orange to the sweet indulgence of the Hazelnut Mocha and the comforting spice of the Orange Cinnamon Latte, each recipe captures that essence of coziness that makes winter coffee so special. Whether you're sipping your coffee by the fire in the evening or at your kitchen table after dragging yourself out of bed, these recipes will bring comfort and joy to your winter days.