3 Cozy Winter Drinks You Can Make at Home

When the temperatures drop, there’s nothing better than curling up with a warm drink that tastes like pure comfort. Explorer’s Cold Brew Concentrates and Chai Concentrates make it easy to whip up café-level drinks in seconds - no equipment, no fuss, just delicious winter sipping.

Below are three irresistibly cozy recipes for snowy mornings, slow afternoons, and holiday downtime.

1. Caramel Cold Brew Latte

Warm, sweet, and silky smooth, this latte feels like a hug in a mug. The buttery caramel pairs perfectly with Explorer’s smooth cold brew, creating a dessert-like latte without being overly sweet.

You’ll need:

• 1–2 oz Explorer Cold Brew Concentrate (any caffeine level)
  
• 6–8 oz hot milk (regular or plant-based)
  
• 1–2 tbsp Explorer Himalayan Sea Salt Caramel Syrup
  
• Whipped cream (optional)

To make:

1. Heat your milk until steaming.
2. Add the caramel syrup to the bottom of your mug.
3. Pour in the hot milk and stir well.
4. Add 1–2 oz of Explorer Cold Brew Concentrate and stir again.
5. Top with whipped cream for extra indulgence.

2. Dirty Chai Latte

Spiced, aromatic, endlessly cozy. A winter essential. Chai spices + Explorer cold brew = the perfect balance of cozy heat and smooth coffee flavor.

You’ll need:

• 4 oz Explorer Dirty Spice Chai Concentrate
• 4 oz milk of choice
• 1–2 oz Explorer Cold Brew Concentrate (optional for extra coffee kick)

To make:

1. Warm your chai concentrate and milk together on the stovetop or in the microwave.
2. Pour into your mug.
3. Add cold brew concentrate if desired.
4. Stir and sip.

3. Warm Eggnog Cold Brew

Creamy, festive, and filled with nostalgic holiday flavor. Cold brew concentrate adds a rich, smooth coffee depth that balances the sweetness of eggnog, creating a cozy holiday drink that feels like a winter celebration in every sip.

You’ll need:

• 1–2 oz Explorer Cold Brew Concentrate (any caffeine level)
• 6 oz eggnog (store-bought or homemade)
• Pinch of nutmeg
• Whipped cream (optional)

To make:

1. Gently warm the eggnog and milk on the stovetop or in the microwave, do not boil.
2. Pour the warm eggnog into a mug.
3. Add 1–2 oz Explorer Cold Brew Concentrate and stir until combined.
4. Sprinkle with nutmeg and top with whipped cream if you’re feeling festive.