Top 10 drinks that will keep you warm in the fall: from sbitnya to pear cider

Autumn is a time of bright colors, cool evenings and special comfort, which is created not only by warm sweaters and blankets, but also by hot drinks. During the off-season, it is important not only to keep warm, but also to support the immune system by filling the body with vitamins and antioxidants. Izvestia has prepared ten recipes for the most delicious and healthy drinks that will help you warm up and feel the atmosphere of autumn with every sip.

Traditional sbiten

Sbiten is an ancient Russian drink made from honey, herbs and spices. For cooking, take 1 liter of water, 3 tablespoons of honey, 1 tsp of cinnamon, 3-4 cloves, a couple of bay leaves, optionally ginger and oregano. Boil water with herbs and spices, then add honey and stir thoroughly. Let it stand for 10 minutes, strain and serve hot. Sbiten improves blood circulation and helps with colds.

Ginger tea with honey and lemon

For ginger tea, you will need 800 ml of water, 4 cm of fresh ginger, 0.5 lemon, 2-3 tablespoons of honey, 1 tablespoon of black tea. Slice the ginger and lemon into small circles. Brew tea in a heat-resistant jug, add ginger and lemon, pour boiling water over it and let it stand for at least 30 minutes. Add honey before serving, so as not to destroy the beneficial properties. This tea warms up well, stimulates the immune system and helps with coughing.

Pear cider with spices

Pear cider is a combination of 500 ml of pear juice, a pinch of cinnamon, 3 cloves and 1 star of star anise. Heat everything together over low heat for 5-7 minutes, without bringing it to a boil. If desired, sweeten with honey. The drink turns out to be fragrant, warming and great for autumn evenings.

Sea buckthorn tea with cinnamon

For sea buckthorn tea, use 1 tbsp. l. sea buckthorn berries, 1 tsp. cinnamon, 1 tbsp. l. honey and 300 ml of hot water. Pour in the berries and cinnamon, let it stand for 10 minutes, then strain and add honey. This drink is rich in vitamin C and perfectly protects against autumn fatigue.

Pumpkin Latte

For a pumpkin latte, you need 100 ml of pumpkin puree, 200 ml of milk, 1 tsp of cinnamon, a pinch of nutmeg, 1 tsp of honey and 1 serving of espresso. Heat the milk with pumpkin and spices, pour in honey, combine with espresso. The drink is delicious, warming and rich in vitamins A and E.

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Cocoa with marshmallow

In a saucepan, mix 2 tablespoons of cocoa, 2 tablespoons of sugar and 300 ml of milk. Heat it to a hot state without bringing it to a boil. Pour into a mug, add the marshmallows and let them melt a little. Cocoa is rich in antioxidants and helps you relax on a cold evening.

Rosehip infusion with mint

Pour 2 tablespoons of dried rosehip berries into 500 ml of boiling water, add a sprig of mint and 1 tsp of honey. Let it stand for 15 minutes, strain. The drink is rich in vitamin C, improves immunity and warms up.

Non-alcoholic mulled wine

Combine 400 ml of pomegranate or grape juice with 1 tablespoon of honey, a slice of orange, a stick of cinnamon, three sticks of cloves and heat without bringing to a boil for 10 minutes. This drink has a rich aroma and warms up perfectly.

Honey raf

Mix 50 ml of strong espresso, 100 ml of cream and 1 tablespoon of honey, whisk to a fluffy foam. Sprinkle with cinnamon. The drink gives energy and warms up perfectly in the autumn days.

Masala tea

Brew strong black tea with milk (200 ml of milk, 200 ml of water), add a pinch of cardamom, cinnamon, pepper, cloves and ginger, let it stand for 5-7 minutes. Masala improves digestion and warms from the inside, filling the house with the scent of the East.

These drinks will help fill the autumn days with warmth and care of natural comfort. Choose your favorite recipes, experiment with additives and create an atmosphere of home warmth.