Category: Coffee & Tea

Turn Iced Coffee Into A Cocktail For National Iced Coffee Day

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While Americans are known to drink iced coffee on the coldest days of the year, June 20th is National Iced Coffee Day. We have three special recipe for you that add nocino (walnut liqueur) to either iced or hot coffee. Nocino (no-CHEE-no) is a nutty, sweet liqueur that is made from black walnuts that are…
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Spring Into Daylight Saving(s) Time With Starbucks Spring Flavors

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[1] Ready, set, brew (all photos © Starbucks)! [2] Vanilla Lavender, a first new “favorite” of ours. Sweet comfort: floral notes from the lavender, sweetness from the vanilla (there’s no sugar), along with more floral notes. [3] A second new favorite, Starbucks Mountain Blend, a hearty, rich dark roast with nuances of orange zest and…
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The History Of Caffe Latte For National Latte Day

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February 11th is National Latte Day, a coffee drink made with one or two shots of espresso and steamed milk. The word “latte” comes from the Italian caffè e latte, meaning coffee and milk. The latte is one of the top-selling espresso drinks in U.S. coffee shops, along with cappuccino and plain espresso. We plunge…
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Coffee Cheesecake Recipe With Chocolate Ganache For National Coffee Break Day

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January 20th is National Coffee Break Day. How about a luxurious piece of coffee cheesecake to go with that cup of joe? This recipe has an Oreo cookie crust and is topped with a silky, rich chocolate ganache. You can personalize it with the crust of your choice. We happened to have a supply of…
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How To Brew The Perfect Cup Of Tea For National Tea Month

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January is National Tea Month. If you appreciate the flavors in a good cup of tea, there are ways you can get the best possible out of your leaves—be they loose or in tea bags. Brewing the perfect cup of tea is all about finding the sweet spot between time and temperature, says Arthur Gautier…
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