Coffee & Tea Ideas

SprinkL3 · Jan 09, 2022 at 03:12 PM

I thought I'd start a new thread that discusses yummy coffees, teas, creamers, and related beverage recipes here.

One of my newest favorites is Cafe Bustelo Dulce de Leche Instant Medium Dark Roast Coffee Sticks - 5ct. I have chronic fatigue syndrome/myalgic encephalomyelitis, so I don't always have the energy to cook and clean. This new instant coffee blend with Dulce de Leche is absolutely amazing! I put too much water in there, but the taste is still really awesome! I forget that certain coffee mugs are larger than 8 ounces.

Do you have any favorite coffee brands, tea brands, creamers, coffee recipes, and/or tea recipes?

RoxanneToto · Jan 09, 2022 at 03:28 PM

A “craft” shop in town now sells mostly imported snacks, and they sometimes have discounted Coffee Mate flavoured creamers. I’ve had Irish Cream and sugar free French Vanilla.
If I want to be super indulgent, I have hot chocolate with cream, 3 sugars, whipped cream (we have the aerosol version but it’s ok) on top, and mini marshmallows if I have any. Hot chocolate is also great with a shot of cherry flavoured syrup- tastes like Black Forest cake!

SprinkL3 · Jan 09, 2022 at 03:32 PM

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Originally Posted by RoxanneToto

A “craft” shop in town now sells mostly imported snacks, and they sometimes have discounted Coffee Mate flavoured creamers. I’ve had Irish Cream and sugar free French Vanilla.
If I want to be super indulgent, I have hot chocolate with cream, 3 sugars, whipped cream (we have the aerosol version but it’s ok) on top, and mini marshmallows if I have any. Hot chocolate is also great with a shot of cherry flavoured syrup- tastes like Black Forest cake!

That sounds yummy!

eskielover · Jan 09, 2022 at 06:14 PM

I have a knock off k-cup coffee maker (Hamilton Beach) I like it cause it keeps me honest drinking only one cup of coffee a day.

I 7 different k-cup blends of coffee but I think my favorite is the caramel truffle. Others are just coffee kinds.

I put 3 spoons of turbinado sugar in my cup, sprinkle about 1/8 tsp of ground cinnamon, then I put in either 2 scoops of hot cocoa mix, or 2 scoops of french vanilla cappuccino mix or 2 scoops or pumpkin spice cappuccino mix to add flavor. Then I brew the coffee into the mug. After that is done, I stir up all that didn't get dissolved & put in either half & half, heavy cream or whole milk depending what I have in the refrig. Love to top it with whip cream if I have it on hand.

Once in awhile at night I will make a cup of coffee with just the sugar....then I will add a little raspberry liquore & relax in front of the fireplace on a cold night. Irish whiskey is good to add too or Bailey's. The raspberry tastes good in hot cocoa too if not in the mood for coffee.

My favorite tea is Bengal Spice.

SprinkL3 · Jan 09, 2022 at 08:28 PM

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Originally Posted by eskielover

I have a knock off k-cup coffee maker (Hamilton Beach) I like it cause it keeps me honest drinking only one cup of coffee a day.

I 7 different k-cup blends of coffee but I think my favorite is the caramel truffle. Others are just coffee kinds.

I put 3 spoons of turbinado sugar in my cup, sprinkle about 1/8 tsp of ground cinnamon, then I put in either 2 scoops of hot cocoa mix, or 2 scoops of french vanilla cappuccino mix or 2 scoops or pumpkin spice cappuccino mix to add flavor. Then I brew the coffee into the mug. After that is done, I stir up all that didn't get dissolved & put in either half & half, heavy cream or whole milk depending what I have in the refrig. Love to top it with whip cream if I have it on hand.

Once in awhile at night I will make a cup of coffee with just the sugar....then I will add a little raspberry liquore & relax in front of the fireplace on a cold night. Irish whiskey is good to add too or Bailey's. The raspberry tastes good in hot cocoa too if not in the mood for coffee.

My favorite tea is Bengal Spice.

I've got to try some of those yummy recipes sometime!

I have the old-fashioned and cheap Mr. Coffee drip machine, so I'd have to adjust, but the recipes you described sound delicious!

*Beth* · Jan 09, 2022 at 09:32 PM

I worked in a wonderful, funky old coffee house for 15 years, so I have a lot of experience with espresso, coffee, tea and all sorts of drinks. I used to work the espresso machine - made beautiful lattes, cappuccinos, etc. I miss working there.

This winter I've been drinking a lot of hot chocolate (Ghiradelli). Sometimes I put a peppermint tea bag into the hot chocolate, gently stir it around...wonderful peppermint hot chocolate.

I love espresso and can't stand chain-stores espresso. It's garbage. Only indie coffee houses/cafes have real espresso. Some years ago I was in Paris and was surprised that their espresso was no better than the espresso I made at work.

One of the most "useful" drinks that I came up with was a mug of hot herbal tea with 2 cough drops melted into it. Great if you have a sore throat or cough!

Some mornings I make weak mochas for myself (brewed coffee, chocolate, milk). I wish I could afford a home espresso machine!

SprinkL3 · Jan 09, 2022 at 09:38 PM

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Originally Posted by BethRags

I worked in a wonderful, funky old coffee house for 15 years, so I have a lot of experience with espresso, coffee, tea and all sorts of drinks. I used to work the espresso machine - made beautiful lattes, cappuccinos, etc. I miss working there.

This winter I've been drinking a lot of hot chocolate (Ghiradelli). Sometimes I put a peppermint tea bag into the hot chocolate, gently stir it around...wonderful peppermint hot chocolate.

I love espresso and can't stand chain-stores espresso. It's garbage. Only indie coffee houses/cafes have real espresso. Some years ago I was in Paris and was surprised that their espresso was no better than the espresso I made at work.

One of the most "useful" drinks that I came up with was a mug of hot herbal tea with 2 cough drops melted into it. Great if you have a sore throat or cough!

Some mornings I make weak mochas for myself (brewed coffee, chocolate, milk). I wish I could afford a home espresso machine!

Thanks for the tips! I knew there was a difference! No matter what I tried to do to get my coffee to taste like the coffee/espresso I used to get at the various coffee shops, I could never get it to taste the same.

I wish I had the energy and could afford those machines, too.

Blue_Bird · Jan 09, 2022 at 10:21 PM

I love frappes, I get the Big Train Blended Iced Coffee Caramel Latte mix from Amazon, it's really good

I also love the Hills Bros instant white chocolate caramel cappuccino mix

I drink a lot of black unsweetened coffee and espresso too

SprinkL3 · Jan 09, 2022 at 10:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Blue_Bird

I love frappes, I get the Big Train Blended Iced Coffee Caramel Latte mix from Amazon, it's really good

I also love the Hills Bros instant white chocolate caramel cappuccino mix

I drink a lot of black unsweetened coffee and espresso too

That sounds yummy!

But I looked at your blog and thought your mustache kitty looks so cute! (Sorry, I know this is

LOL, but I clicked on your signature's link and liked your blog pics.)

downandlonely · Jan 09, 2022 at 11:33 PM

My favorite tea is chai spice which tastes like the tea we get in India.

For coffee, I can only drink it black if it's cold brew (not as strong). Hot, I have French vanilla or pumpkin spice.

SprinkL3 · Jan 09, 2022 at 11:36 PM

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Originally Posted by downandlonely

My favorite tea is chai spice which tastes like the tea we get in India.

For coffee, I can only drink it black if it's cold brew (not as strong). Hot, I have French vanilla or pumpkin spice.

I would so love to try the tea you drink in India. I wonder if they have it available in specialty stores in the U.S., or if it can be mailed from India directly.

I love chai tea latte with vanilla. That's my ultimate favorite.

downandlonely · Jan 09, 2022 at 11:39 PM

The chai spice with a lot of milk and sugar is pretty much the same as I get in India. Although in the US, I drink it black.

Blue_Bird · Jan 10, 2022 at 12:11 AM

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Originally Posted by SprinkL3

That sounds yummy!

But I looked at your blog and thought your mustache kitty looks so cute! (Sorry, I know this is

LOL, but I clicked on your signature's link and liked your blog pics.)

Thank you so much! I got her a week before Thanksgiving, she's really sweet

sarahsweets · Jan 10, 2022 at 12:18 AM

My favorite coffee treat.. My great grandmother's old metal stove top percolator slowly boiled over a medium gas flame. I havent had a french press or espresso top it yet. You need patience. Once it boils and you return to simmer it takes 10-15 minutes depending on taste. Add to that real half and half or light cream. I do not skimp when it comes to cream. I use full fat half and half or light cream. I have no concerns about weight or health with it because its not like I am drinking half a gallon each day. Treat yourself and tell the FF half and half's to take a hike.

SprinkL3 · Jan 10, 2022 at 12:52 AM

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Originally Posted by sarahsweets

My favorite coffee treat.. My great grandmother's old metal stove top percolator slowly boiled over a medium gas flame. I havent had a french press or espresso top it yet. You need patience. Once it boils and you return to simmer it takes 10-15 minutes depending on taste. Add to that real half and half or light cream. I do not skimp when it comes to cream. I use full fat half and half or light cream. I have no concerns about weight or health with it because its not like I am drinking half a gallon each day. Treat yourself and tell the FF half and half's to take a hike.

That sounds yummy, too!

divine1966 · Jan 10, 2022 at 05:49 AM

We use French press. I have keurig for emergencies too lol when I have no time. I don’t like my teas or coffees sweet so no sugar added. Sometimes I put almond milk into my coffee or drink black.

I love teas. I have too many teas to remember which one I like the most. I travel to UK quite a bit and have family visiting from there and I think I like their tea varieties the best. Last night I had rose and violet tea from there. I’d say it’s very good and a tin is cute .

LiteraryLark · Jan 10, 2022 at 10:29 AM

I call it "Blue tea". It's sleepytime tea that smells heavenly and puts me right to sleep. I've had this tea all my life and it's my top favorite.

Blue tea

Breaking Dawn · Jan 10, 2022 at 10:46 AM

I mostly want plain coffee, black with nothing in it. I love the taste of coffee all by itself. Personally I prefer Folgers, including their instant. I also enjoy all the Celestial Seasons teas. All of them are really good. And I love the artwork on their boxes.

*Beth* · Jan 10, 2022 at 11:00 AM

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Originally Posted by SprinkL3

I would so love to try the tea you drink in India. I wonder if they have it available in specialty stores in the U.S., or if it can be mailed from India directly.

I love chai tea latte with vanilla. That's my ultimate favorite.

Try Oregon Chai.

*Beth* · Jan 10, 2022 at 11:01 AM

Yogi Honey Lavender tea is lovely.

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downandlonely Legendary Member Since Mar 2018 Location: United States Posts: 10,760 (SuperPoster!) 6 10.6k hugs given	Jan 09, 2022 at 11:33 PM #10 My favorite tea is chai spice which tastes like the tea we get in India. For coffee, I can only drink it black if it's cold brew (not as strong). Hot, I have French vanilla or pumpkin spice.
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downandlonely Legendary Member Since Mar 2018 Location: United States Posts: 10,760 (SuperPoster!) 6 10.6k hugs given	Jan 09, 2022 at 11:39 PM #12 The chai spice with a lot of milk and sugar is pretty much the same as I get in India. Although in the US, I drink it black.
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LiteraryLark Crowned "The Good Witch" Member Since Jun 2009 Location: Wonderland Posts: 11,535 (SuperPoster!) 14 1,318 hugs given	Jan 10, 2022 at 10:29 AM #17 I call it "Blue tea". It's sleepytime tea that smells heavenly and puts me right to sleep. I've had this tea all my life and it's my top favorite. Blue tea
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Beth catches the flowers Member Since Jul 2019 Location: Downtown Vibes, California Posts: 15,701 (SuperPoster!) 4 23.7k hugs given	Jan 10, 2022 at 11:01 AM #20 Yogi Honey Lavender tea is lovely. __________________
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