Refreshing Vanilla; Infused Beverages Recipes for any occasion

1. Vanilla Latte

Ingredients:

• Strong brewed coffee
• Milk (any type you prefer)
• 1-2 teaspoons of vanilla extract
• Whipped cream (optional)
• Ground cinnamon (optional)

Instructions:

1. Brew a cup of strong coffee to your liking.
2. Heat up the milk on the stove or in the microwave until it's hot but not boiling.
3. Stir in 1-2 teaspoons of vanilla extract into the heated milk.
4. Pour the vanilla-infused milk into the brewed coffee and stir.
5. If desired, top your vanilla latte with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon.
6. Serve hot and enjoy!

2. Vanilla Matcha Smoothie

Ingredients:

• Milk or milk alternative (e.g., almond milk)
• 1 frozen banana
• Vanilla protein powder
• Matcha powder
• 1-2 teaspoons of vanilla extract
• Ice cubes

Instructions:

1. In a blender, combine milk, the frozen banana, a scoop of vanilla protein powder, a teaspoon of matcha powder, and 1-2 teaspoons of vanilla extract.
2. Add some ice cubes for a frosty texture.
3. Blend until the ingredients are smooth and well combined.
4. Pour into a glass, add a straw, and enjoy your creamy and energizing vanilla matcha smoothie.

3. Vanilla Lemonade

Ingredients:

• Freshly squeezed lemon juice
• Water
• Sugar (to taste)
• A few drops of vanilla extract
• Lemon slices or lemon zest (for garnish)
• Ice cubes

Instructions:

1. In a pitcher, combine freshly squeezed lemon juice, water, and sugar to your desired level of sweetness.
2. Add a few drops of vanilla extract to the lemonade and stir well.
3. Chill the vanilla lemonade in the refrigerator.
4. Before serving, add ice cubes to each glass, garnish with lemon slices or zest, and enjoy the refreshing flavor of vanilla-infused lemonade.

4. Vanilla Espresso Martini

Ingredients:

• Espresso shot (cooled)
• Vanilla vodka
• Coffee liqueur
• Vanilla simple syrup
• Coffee beans (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. In a cocktail shaker, combine a shot of cooled espresso, a shot of vanilla vodka, a shot of coffee liqueur, and a splash of vanilla simple syrup.
2. Add ice to the shaker and shake vigorously until well-chilled.
3. Strain the mixture into a martini glass.
4. Garnish your vanilla espresso martini with a few coffee beans.
5. Sip and savor this delightful coffee-flavored cocktail.

5. Vanilla Spice Chai

Ingredients:

• Black tea bags or loose-leaf black tea
• Milk
• Honey (to taste)
• Vanilla extract
• Ground cinnamon
• Ground ginger
• Star anise
• Black pepper

Instructions:

1. Brew a strong cup of black tea using black tea bags or loose-leaf tea.
2. In a saucepan, combine the brewed tea, milk, honey (to taste), a splash of vanilla extract, a pinch of ground cinnamon, a pinch of ground ginger, a star anise, and a dash of black pepper.
3. Simmer the mixture over low heat, allowing the flavors to meld and the spices to infuse.
4. Strain the chai into a cup or mug.
5. If desired, froth some milk and add it on top.
6. Serve your vanilla spice chai hot and savor the warm, comforting blend of spices and vanilla.