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LIFESTYLE NEWS - With winter right upon us, there are no prizes for guessing what's in everyone's mug.
Despite the flack it gets online, instant coffee is the go-to morning drink for many people, and its intake skyrockets when temperatures dip.
It's not hard to see why it's a hit: It's a quick way to get a caffeine kick while keeping the winter chill at bay.
There's just one problem: It tastes awful. If winter had a taste, it would be the bitter-bordering-on-sour flavour of a cup of boiled granules.
So, what if (gasp) you're not thrilled with the idea of downing a cup of instant coffee to keep warm? You're in for some great news because there are plenty of tastier alternatives you can try out. Here are three tasty hot beverages that will give you way more warmth and fuzzies than an entire tin of instant coffee.
Hot Chocolate
Sweet childhood memories taste like hot chocolate. It’s a drink that reminds most people of the chilly weekends spent indoors, with the sound of the winter chill tapping gently against the window. It should come as no surprise that there are different ways to enjoy this classic winter warmer. Depending on which part of the world you're in, the taste and consistency of your hot chocolate is likely to differ from the standard way it's usually served. The hot chocolate in Italy is thick and rich enough to eat with a spoon, while the kind made in Spain includes small chocolate bars that float in steamed milk. If you're in South Africa, you owe it to yourself to try out Milky Lane's BAR-ONE® hot chocolate drinks. What could be better than a delicious blend of BAR-ONE® hot chocolate, assorted syrup, and oh-so-yummy NiceCream?
Affogato
Here's a quick overview for those who might not be familiar with this lesser-known coffee-based delicacy. Depending on who you ask, affogato is either a dessert or a drink. What everyone can agree on, though, is the two main ingredients: Ice cream and espresso. Neither piping hot or icy cold, the perfect affogato is always just the right temperature. This is the perfect pick-me-up for those who have a higher tolerance for lower temperatures, but still want to wrap their hands around something warm during winter. Never had the pleasure of enjoying an affogato in the heart of winter? Order one from your local Milky Lane now!
Cappuccino
Maybe you're a classic coffee connoisseur who wants to enjoy a no-frills hot beverage. You can't bear the thought of having instant coffee, but aren't too fond of sweet drinks. Enter the cappuccino. Espresso, milk, foam, and maybe a bit of cream is still lightyears ahead of instant coffee in terms of taste. If you want to up the ante a bit, pair this classic caffeinated drink with a Waffle Cookie. You won't regret it.
There are only two places to be this winter: Either indoors with a blanket wrapped firmly around your body, or at a Milky Lane with a cup of Warm & Fuzzies to keep the cold at bay.
