Spicy Peppermint Mocha October 22, 2022Spicy? Peppermint? Sounds crazy, but let’s nerd out on chemistry for just a sec. Capsaicin and peppermint activate two related sensory nerves––TRPV1 (capsaicin) and TRPM8 (peppermint), which basically boils down...
Spiced Orange and Cardamom Affogato October 22, 2022Okay okay, ice cream may not necessarily be your go-to wintertime dessert…but add some strong coffee and a dash of spicy orange syrup, and it becomes the perfect cozy treat....
Dirty Horchata October 22, 2022Chock-full of cinnamon and vanilla, horchata is the definition of “sugar and spice and everything nice.” It’s traditionally made by boiling rice and spices in water, then blending + straining...
Marzipan Cafe Au Lait October 22, 2022Marzipan is one of those under-the-radar holiday desserts that’s so delicious, it really should be available all year round. This take on a spicy marzipan brings together the sweetness and...
Caramel Apple Cider September 15, 2022This cozy apple cider is sweet, spicy, savory, and perfect to sip by a bonfire on a chilly fall night. Enjoy it on its own or throw some brandy in it...