It’s winter, and it’s freezing outside. There are many delicious hot drinks to enjoy and warm up. Here are the top seven drinks to sip on, whether you’re staying cozy inside or trying to warm up outside.  

1. Spiced apple cider 

Spiced apple cider combines the sweetness of apples and warmth of spices. Most people add cinnamon sticks, cloves or fresh ginger. 

2. Hot Chocolate 

Hot chocolate is a classic. It is a nice, warm, creamy beverage that is better than homemade. Some hot chocolate mix has peppermint. 

3. Chai Latte 

A chai latte is a great mix between spiced tea and creamy milk. Most of the time cinnamon or ginger is mixed in. 

4. Peppermint coffee 

This one is in the name: coffee or hot chocolate mixed with peppermint flavor. It’s a delicious snack after a long cold day.  

5.  Matcha Latte 

Matcha latte is a healthy choice for the winter. You can sweeten it with honey or vanilla syrup. It keeps you warm without giving you a sugar or caffeine crash.  

 6. Eggnog 

Eggnog is a comforting and sentimental drink. It can be served cold or hot and is delicious either way. Many say this brings back childhood holiday memories.  

 7. Butterbeer 

Butterbeer is a great tasting drink. Despite the name, it is not alcoholic. It tastes like soda with melted marshmallow mixed in; it is a caramel kind of taste.