Liven up Your Daily Joe

by Gregory Lightstone on June 11, 2009

How do you satisfy a real craving for coffee? Yes, being a regular drinker of coffee, your daily dose of this might cause you to get tired of the same old boring taste. Most people drink coffee either black or simply with sugar or cream or both. Well, you don’t really have many choices left. Well, if you have the money to spend, you might rely on the Starbucks coffee shop just around the corner and enjoy their coffee menu. But what if you do not have the money? Or what if you simply want to stay at home and curl up in your bed with a cup of coffee?

 

The most important thing is to start with a good coffee maker. These are some coffee recipes that will give you a whole new coffee experience right in your own home. There are the classic coffee recipes such as espresso, cappuccino, macchiato, and mocha. Adding a touch of magic to these will allow you to bring your love for coffee to a whole new level.

 

- Amaretto coffee. Almond and coffee make a surprisingly good treat? Amaretto and coffee are a natural pairing. It’s a beautiful pairing! Add amaretto; first with one tablespoon and then to taste to black coffee.

 

- Espresso Martini. This is another liquor-coffee infusion. Vodka in your coffee will add a little kick. Start with a cup of espresso; add kahlua, crème de cacao, and vodka according to your taste. This is best served cold.

 

- Mexican mocha is a little exotic. If you’re looking for something spicy, this is one to try. Mix into your coffee some chocolate syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, sugar and top with whipped cream. Enjoying this hot drink will give you the best satisfaction ever.

 

- Coffee float is the coffee version of the root beer float. If you use decaf, this is one your kids may even enjoy. First, make your coffee as usual and then add sugar and cream; chill. Serve with ice cream.

 

- Orange coffee. Surprisingly, fruit flavors go well in coffee. For a tart surprise, try oranges or lemons in your morning coffee. Add 1 cup of hot chocolate to 1 cup of coffee. Put an orange slice in each cup. You may choose to top it off with whipped cream and cinnamon.

 

- Tiramisu. This is the best option for you if you are not a coffee drinker but just want to have your regular coffee fix. People are really paying attention because of the creamy texture and rich taste of this coffee-based dessert.

 

Coffee is one of the things most people can’t live without. It has become part of their lives, whether to keep them going for the day or just because they enjoy its rich taste and aroma.

There are more recipes you can try each day—you might find a new favorite. The internet has a wealth of recipes and ideas available.

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