The summer may be over, and although some of us will happily hold on to those delicious iced coffee recipes, most will soon be reaching for a mug of hot, comforting coffee drink to stay warm and cosy.
If choosing from a café menu can leave us undecided, imagine the challenge of browsing through hundreds of online recipes. Many of them call for unusual ingredients or complicated preparation methods, which can make the process even more overwhelming. So, to save you time, we’ve gone through countless options and hand‑picked the easiest yet most flavourful recipes especially for you.
We hope you enjoy the selection below — and feel free to share your favourite with us on social media!
Why not serve hot coffee drinks at your Staff Christmas Party or Staff Canteen?
During the winter months, we also look forward to Christmas — a time to gather with family, reflect on the year, and celebrate achievements together. Most businesses will organise a staff get‑together to mark the occasion, which is not only a great morale booster but also a valuable opportunity for colleagues to connect in a relaxed, festive setting.
Some Christmas events take place in hotels, restaurants, or cafés within the HORECA sector, where food and drink options are pre‑arranged. In these cases, choosing a menu with a wide variety of options is a smart way to ensure everyone finds something they enjoy. Other businesses prefer to host their Christmas celebrations on their own premises, giving them greater flexibility and full control over the menu.
Offering a mix of alcoholic and non‑alcoholic hot coffee drinks can be a standout feature at any event, especially with the growing number of coffee enthusiasts in the workplace.
Below, you’ll find a selection of tasty, easy‑to‑prepare recipes. You can also elevate classic non‑caffeinated winter favourites — such as eggnog — by adding a touch of coffee for extra depth.
Pumpkin Spice Latte
This typical winter coffee drink is served in most cafes and restaurants. It has many recipe variations. Yet, you can prepare it simply by mixing all the ingredients into a cup. You can add more or less of each to suit any individual palate.
Ingredients
- Coconut milk
- Pumpkin purée
- Maple syrup
- Vanilla extract
- Spices (like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger)
- & espresso or your coffee of choice
Preparation Method
Mix all the ingredients into a cup, adding more or less of each according to your palate.
Irish Coffee
Probably the most traditional drink in Ireland for this time of year (the jury is out!), this drink offers sweetness, smoothness and taste all in one cup. The preparation is not complex, and it can be made non-alcoholic.
Ingredients
- White cream
- Demerara sugar
- Espresso
- Whisky
- Optional: Nutmeg, Vanilla Extract, Cinnamon
You can adapt the quantity of each ingredient to suit your taste.
Preparation Method
Begin by mixing demerara sugar with boiling water to make a syrup (2 parts sugar to 3 parts water).
Add the sugar to a small dose of whisky. Whip the cream until it starts to stiffen (about 30ml per cup). Prepare the espresso or coffee shot using your preferred method. Mix the coffee with the whisky (already with syrup) and add the cream on top.
You can add vanilla, grated nutmeg, or cinnamon to garnish the drink and serve.
Cardamon Latte
Cardamom is a unique spice with an intense, specific flavour. This recipe is well-balanced with sweetness from the honey and smoothness from the milk. Some studies suggest it may have anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties.
Ingredients
- Espresso
- Honey
- Milk (regular, soy, almond, oat)
- Ground Cardamon
Preparation Method
It is as easy as mixing all the ingredients. However, if you fancy finding variations or more information about the drink, you can do so here.
Barú Speciality hot drinks
Do you want to enjoy a delicious hot drink this winter but don’t have the time — or the ingredients — to prepare one from scratch?
No worries! B2B Coffee offers a range of ready‑made speciality hot drinks that are quick to mix, easy to serve, and perfect for busy workplaces. Simply add hot water or milk, stir, and enjoy.
Our Speciality Coffee Products selection includes premium chocolate powders, chai mixes, flavoured drinks and barista‑quality ingredients designed for offices, cafés and hospitality businesses. These products offer consistent quality, great taste, and the convenience your team or customers will appreciate during the colder months.
