Sick of your boring coffee or flavorless instant hot cocoa? Looking to make a festive cider for all those holiday parties? Or, maybe you just want to detox and load up on antioxidants… Either way, it’s time to step up your winter beverage game.

From souped-up classics to unique new drinks, these beverages are sure to become a winter staple in your household.

Hot Chocolate

Crock Pot Hot Chocolate

Creating Through Life

This slow-cooked, thick and creamy hot chocolate gets its sweetness from condensed milk. It’s your basic hot chocolate, with an intense flavor. Top it off with gingerbread flavored marshmallows. Get the recipe here.

Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate

Ready Set Eat

Start with your typical instant coco, add a teaspoon of peanut butter, and you’ve got sippable peanut butter cup candy. See the steps here.

Lavender Hot Chocolate

A La Mode Journals

Lavender has calming effects, so sip a cup of this floral flavored cocoa before bed or on a relaxed night in. This recipe also contains dark chocolate, which has antioxidants in it. See the recipe here.

Pumpkin Spice White Hot Chocolate

Tatertots & Jello

This rich treat is not for the calorie counters out there. Made with heavy cream, white chocolate chips, and topped with whipped cream, indulge in this on a special occasion…we won’t tell anyone. Check out the steps here.

Candy Cane White Hot Chocolate

Mommy Moment

This festive and fun drink is great for holiday parties. Kids will love the bright colors, while the adults will love the twist on a classic candy. See the recipe here.

Coconut Tres Leches Hot Chocolate

Mel’s Kitchen Cafe

Get a little tropical this winter with a coconut flavored hot chocolate drink. If you’re a little bored with seasonal choices like pumpkin and peppermint, this is the drink for you. Check out the instructions here.

Tea and Coffee

London Fog Tea Latte

Brewed Daily

This latte gets its name from Earl Grey tea, an English breakfast staple. Add a little extra sweetness to the classic with vanilla. Get the details here.

Ginger Milk Tea

Appetite for China

Ginger has been used in ancient Chinese medicine to ward off colds. Keep warm and healthy this winter using this ginger milk tea recipe.

Sudanese Cinnamon Tea

Global Table Adventure

Start your morning with a kick of caffeine, cinnamon, and sugar. This black tea is simple but delicious.

Orange Clove Tea

Season With Spice

Cloves help detoxify the body, while orange peels add a little vitamin C to this tea. Detox (read: ready yourself for the holidays) and warm up this winter using this recipe.

Mexican Coffee

Betty Crocker

If you like your café a little sweet, try the Mexican take on coffee. It’s made with chocolate syrup, cinnamon, and brown sugar. Get the details here.