3 Autumn Drinks to Make Instantly

by Daisy Rosales | Oct 28, 2014 | Uncategorized | 101 comments

I’m usually all about slow food, slow cooking, and making from scratch. (Go figure– I was the slowest eater among my family members growing up!) But sometimes it’s nice to be able to throw something together for yourself or a friend without ending up with flour everywhere or a pile of dishes to wash. This fall, I’ve put together these three delicious drinks in a matter of minutes, and so can you!

All of these ingredients should be available at your local grocery store. And once you have them, you’ll always be able to serve these drinks and enjoy them for the rest of the season.

Maple Spiced Chai
chai tea + cream + maple syrup + ground nutmeg

Steep a strong black chai teabag (such as Yogi Tea) in hot water.
Add a splash of cream or milk, maple syrup, and finish with a sprinkling of ground nutmeg.

Cinnamon Vanilla Affogato
hot coffee or espresso + vanilla ice cream + ground cinnamon

Have 1 serving of freshly brewed coffee or espresso on hand.
Scoop desired amount of vanilla ice cream into a cup. Pour the coffee over the ice cream.
Top with ground cinnamon and enjoy the hot and cold goodness.

Citrus Cinnamon Cider
pressed apple cider or juice + cinnamon stick + orange slice

Heat the cider/juice over the stove or in the microwave, or serve chilled. *You can mull this juice first with mulling spices, but that takes longer.
Add a small orange slice and stir with a cinnamon stick.
Bonus: add a splash of rum.

What have you been sipping this autumn? Do you have a favorite hot beverage recipe to enjoy home? I’d love to know!

101 Comments

Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on November 2, 2014 at 12:19 am

Thanks Hayley!! 🙂
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on November 2, 2014 at 12:19 am

Oh absolutely, Lauren! Whoever invented it was a genius 🙂
Hayley on November 1, 2014 at 7:14 pm

That citrus cinnamon cider looks AMAZING! Such great suggestions!
Lauren Mirecki on October 30, 2014 at 8:39 am

You mean there’s a name for putting vanilla icecream in your coffee?!?! Ohh lala!
Rachel Keeth on October 29, 2014 at 11:26 pm

Lol! Yes, I wanted a special treat for my birthday, and that was an idea I’d been itching to try. I wanted something that was fully tiramisu and fully gelato. Since you seem interested I’ll link you to the recipe.
http://www.lavenderandhoney.net/2014/08/22/tiramisu-gelato/
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 10:55 pm

Wait rewind. You’ve made TIRAMISU GELATO?!?!?!?!? That is amazing. Where have you been hiding THAT recipe? 🙂 Sounds incredible!!!
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 10:50 pm

Thank you Carli!! Oh you should make this– it’s too easy to not try! Stay warm, friend 🙂
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 10:50 pm

Thanks girl! And yes– it’s the way I can pretend it’s fall out in CA 😉
Rachel Keeth on October 29, 2014 at 10:50 pm

I’m interested in knowing what a rooibos chai would taste like, I must try it! Thankfully I just recently got a new one, and it’s mint colored! ^_^ I was rather happy, because on my birthday when I was making my tiramisu gelato my old one broke down, so I was happy to have it replaced. I want to make and share the recipe for my family’s ice cream recipe.

<3
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 10:49 pm

Thanks Charity!! Yes, chai is a classic and somehow it’s just the best fall hallmark. Hope you enjoy them Charity 🙂
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 10:49 pm

Thanks Rachel! Yes, whoever invented the affogato was a genius!!
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 10:48 pm

Thank you so much Cvetina! 🙂
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 10:48 pm

Thanks Laura 🙂
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 10:48 pm

Thanks Denise!! It’s a great combo to try and you can definitely put it together easily:)
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 10:48 pm

Thanks Carolyn! Oh yes eggnog is definitely a winter hallmark– I just wish I liked it more! 🙂
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 10:47 pm

It really is delicious, thanks for stopping by Ema!:)
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 10:44 pm

Thank you so much, girl! Oh yes, my favorite thing about mulled apple cider is the smell 😉
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 10:44 pm

Thank you!! Oh you should try the maple syrup in your chai– it’s really delicious. Thanks for stopping by Ali!
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 10:43 pm

Thanks Amanda! Haha yes, the rum really makes everything great. And tea is always a good option, I have a growing stash myself 🙂
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 10:43 pm

Ooh cider with cinnamon and caramel sound incredible. YUM!
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 10:43 pm

Thank you so much Hayley!! Let me know if you like them 🙂
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 10:42 pm

Haha thanks Sarah 🙂 I hope you make and enjoy these!!
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 10:42 pm

Thanks so much Luci!! Yeah, I like that I don’t have a big cleanup job to do after these 🙂
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 10:41 pm

Thanks girl! Yes, affogatos are brilliant… not sure who came up with them but they were surely a genius!
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 10:40 pm

Oooh those sound amazing! Cocoa mint mate especially… Oh, and yes, a rooibos chai would definitely work as well! And you have an ice cream maker?! Girl, you have got to make some ice cream and post it on your blog!! 🙂 Haha yes, spiced cider/wassail is amazing stuff! You’re so sweet Rachel!
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 10:39 pm

Oh yes, it certainly is! I love it 🙂 Thanks for stopping by Larisa!
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 10:38 pm

Thanks, friend! oh yes, that’s a good one. Let me know if you enjoy it 🙂
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 10:38 pm

Thanks Nicole!! Oh you should– these types of drinks always make my day a bit better 🙂
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 10:38 pm

It’s so delicious. Thanks for reading, Annick! 🙂
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 10:37 pm

Thanks Jess! I really appreciate you stopping by:)
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 10:37 pm

Ooh yes. It’s fantastic 🙂
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 10:37 pm

Thanks Emina! I really appreciate you stopping by 🙂
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 10:37 pm

Let me know if you like it Megan:)
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 10:36 pm

Thanks Shannon! Oh yes, orange is delicious with apple cider 🙂
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 10:36 pm

Thank you so much 🙂 I really appreciate you stopping by!
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 10:36 pm

Ah yes, let me know if you try it Joanna! 🙂
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 4:42 pm

Thanks, I hope you enjoy them 🙂 Thank you for stopping by!
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 4:42 pm

Thanks Heidi! I love adding maple syrup to things in the fall 🙂
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 4:42 pm

Thanks, friend! And yes– I’m still waiting for the real chilliness to set in here:)
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 4:41 pm

Ooh yes. Both chai and cider are good go-to drinks for autumn. I hope you both enjoy it 🙂
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 4:41 pm

Thank you Jane! I hope you enjoy them:)
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 4:41 pm

Thanks girl!! Oh and you should definitely post your own recipe, I’d love to see it!
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 4:41 pm

Thank you Shannon!! Oh, you should definitely try the maple spiced chai:)
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 4:40 pm

Thank you so much Chelsea! I really appreciate you stopping by 🙂
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 4:40 pm

Thanks girl 🙂 Yes, the cider is perfect for November! Thanks for stopping by Ashley!
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 4:40 pm

Haha thanks Anne!! I hope you do get some cozy time by the fire soon!
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 4:39 pm

I hope you enjoy them, Jeanette!!:)
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 4:39 pm

Haha thanks, friend! Chai is a magical blend. Thanks so much for following 🙂
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 4:39 pm

Ooh yes. Hot chocolate is amazing– especially when it’s rich and dark. Crushed peppermint sounds fabulous. 🙂
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 4:39 pm

Haha thanks Yalanda!!:)
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 4:38 pm

Yes exactly! I love finding recipes where I already have the ingredients 🙂 Enjoy, Sheryl!
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 4:38 pm

Haha thanks Shoshana. Hope you can enjoy them soon 🙂
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 4:38 pm

Thanks so much girl!! Yeah, it’s so great to see a recipe when you already have the ingredients! 🙂
Daisy @ Simplicity Relished on October 29, 2014 at 4:14 pm

Yess rum is the best addition to any hot beverage in my opinion. Thanks Maggie 🙂
Carli Ferretti on October 29, 2014 at 12:20 pm

That maple spice chai sounds AMAZING. this weekend weather is going to be very chilly in PA, so I wanna make this recipe to warm up!

xo, carli
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Madison on October 29, 2014 at 10:22 am

YUM. These all look amazing! There’s nothing like a good fall-flavored drink! 🙂
Charity on October 29, 2014 at 4:42 am

All three drinks look so good, but you had me at chai! Love it Daisy!
charity 😉
Rachel on October 29, 2014 at 2:20 am

Mmm this looks lush! I’m gonna try the cinnamon vanilla affogato- yum!

Rachel xx

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Cvetina Cekova on October 29, 2014 at 1:38 am

Aww this is really amazing! Great drinks for fall! Thanks for sharing them!

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Laura Jane Atelier on October 28, 2014 at 8:24 pm

These all look so yummy!!
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Denise Kokinis on October 28, 2014 at 8:13 pm

These sound so good! I really like the citrus cinnamon drink. Sounds like an amazing combo to try!! And it seems fairly easy. Thanks for sharing, doll!

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Carolyn on October 28, 2014 at 7:15 pm

these sound amazing! especially the chai one, I’m going to try to make. I also think anything eggnog also makes me feel cozy about winter <3

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EMA on October 28, 2014 at 7:02 pm

This is awesome, I will try the citrus cinnamon cider…that sounds amazing!

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Closet Fashionista on October 28, 2014 at 7:00 pm

Ooh, these all sound so wonderfully Fall! I’m really picky with my food/drinks so I may not actually drink them, but I’d love to fill the house with the smell, ha ha
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Ali O'Neill on October 28, 2014 at 6:49 pm

These all look delicious! I’ve just been drinking a basic chai tea of late, but I think next time I’ll have to try your take on it 😉

Ali xo

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Amanda C on October 28, 2014 at 6:44 pm

You sold me on that third drink with “add a splash of rum!”. Can’t wait to try out all three! Thanks for sharing! My go-to is usually just a cup of whatever tea I have laying around, it will be fun to mix things up a bit!

Xo Amanda | Sans Scrubs
Marielle on October 28, 2014 at 6:38 pm

The maple spiced chai sounds delicious! Usually, I just heat up some apple cider with cinnamon and caramel.
Hayley Larue on October 28, 2014 at 6:29 pm

OMG great idea for a post. There is nothing I love more during the holiday’s than to try drinks like these. Can’t wait to try the ones you talked about here! <3

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Sarah Dusinberre on October 28, 2014 at 5:05 pm

Mmmmmmmmm these look great – I’m a sucker for chai, I don’t even order coffee at Starbucks anymore! And nothing says fall better than cider. Mmmmmmm drinking my calories. Haha.

– Sarah 🙂

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Luci's Morsels on October 28, 2014 at 5:00 pm

These looks so delicious. I’m all for easy drinks and anything to prevent a floury mess! 😉

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Bree Bianca Hill on October 28, 2014 at 4:01 pm

All of these look delicious, but I’m particularly obsessed with the affogato…probably because I’m particularly obsessed with ice cream in general lol.

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Rachel Keeth on October 28, 2014 at 3:31 pm

I’ve mostly been sipping on my Tazo teas, the baked apple cinnamon and the cocoa mint mate, which I believe I mentioned in another comment, but I’m not sure. I am hoping to make some low-carb eggnog soon, which I’m rather looking forward to! I love your ideas here. I don’t usually go for black tea, but I’d be interested in making a rooibos chai. The cinnamon vanilla affogato sounds divine! I’ve been needing great quantities of coffee recently and I’d love to make this. It also gives me an excuse to try out my new ice cream maker. And as you know from my post earlier today, I love anything with cider. 😉

Great post! I love the autumn theme, and the delicious flavor combinations. Thank you for sharing!
Larisa on October 28, 2014 at 3:26 pm

Yum! That Citrus Cinnamon Cider sounds absolutely delectable.

xx Larisa @ weheartbeauty.com
CompassionateLee on October 28, 2014 at 3:10 pm

My favorite beverage option from this post is the Cinnamon Vanilla Affogato…Happy Tuesday Daisy 🙂

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Nicole- ClassToCloset on October 28, 2014 at 3:01 pm

Oh my gosh I am loving all three of these! I need to print this post out and put it on my fridge as a reminder to make them all! Thanks for the suggestions.

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Annick on October 28, 2014 at 2:53 pm

yum! definitely trying the third one x

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Jessica (What To Style) on October 28, 2014 at 2:38 pm

These sound good! Thanks for sharing! =D

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Shireen on October 28, 2014 at 1:51 pm

I will give Cinnamon Vanilla Affogato a go, that sounds absolutely delicious!

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Emina on October 28, 2014 at 1:35 pm

Looks so good! I´m gonna try these!

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Megan Sybrant on October 28, 2014 at 12:41 pm

umm YUM! Love the chai one! I will definitely have to try that!
Shannon Jenkins on October 28, 2014 at 12:33 pm

These all sound delicious, especially that last one! Never thought to add citrus to apple cider! Yum!

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Petite Yet Chic on October 28, 2014 at 12:07 pm

Definitely going to have to try these!

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Joanna on October 28, 2014 at 11:45 am

That maple spiced chai is calling my name! 🙂

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Agoprime on October 28, 2014 at 11:43 am

wow! I wanna try them

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Heidi D. on October 28, 2014 at 10:58 am

Mmmm, that maple drink looks amazing! Perfect for the cooler weather.

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JJ Faust on October 28, 2014 at 10:49 am

Cider is the best cold weather drink! I’m so excited it’s finally cold!

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She Said He Said - Fashion on October 28, 2014 at 10:44 am

I love Chai anything – thanks for sharing these recipes, my fiance would love the cider.

XO Chelsea http://www.shesaidhesaidfashion.com
Jane Fitfabfun on October 28, 2014 at 9:31 am

These look so delicious! Will definitely try!

xo, Jane
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Emily on October 28, 2014 at 9:19 am

Girl! These look lovely! Going to definitely try them, maybe I’ll post my own recipes I have too 🙂 http://meowemily.blogspot.com
shannon on October 28, 2014 at 9:00 am

Oh these look delicious! Especially that maple spiced chai! Thanks for sharing Daisy!

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Chelsea on October 28, 2014 at 9:00 am

So delicious and cozy!
Ashley White on October 28, 2014 at 8:55 am

These sound awesome! So cozy and yummy- I need to make them soon! I’m thinking first the cider…

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Anne @ Love the Here and Now on October 28, 2014 at 7:56 am

Oh my goodness…..if these don’t scream AUTUMN I don’t know what does. They make me want to sit by a cozy fire, sip a warm drink, and unwind. Ahhhhhh.
Jeanette Greene on October 28, 2014 at 6:37 am

Yum! I look forward to trying these drinks.
a possible fantasy on October 28, 2014 at 6:32 am

A warm and spicy chai latte is my favorite cold-weather treat!

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Kiki on October 28, 2014 at 6:05 am

Hot chocolate is my go to hot beverage this time of year. I buy this kind (the brand is escaping me at the moment) that has crushed peppermint in it. It’s so fantastic! (:

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Yalanda_Meshell on October 28, 2014 at 5:45 am

Yes please to any of the above! Yum!
Sheryl @ How to Make a Life on October 28, 2014 at 5:42 am

Love the citrus cinnamon and I have everything at home for it right now! Such great drinks to cozy up and home with!
Shoshana on October 28, 2014 at 5:34 am

Oh my. All I want to do is go back home & curl up on the couch with one of your tasty looking concoctions.
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Marlen on October 28, 2014 at 4:33 am

Aaaand pin! Daisy, these sound ah-mazing! I’ll definitely be rotating through the three all fall and winter- and I’m pretty sure I already have all these ingredients at home. Im extra excited to try the coffee and ice cream combo, yuuum 🙂

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Maggie on October 28, 2014 at 4:27 am

I think I need to try that citrus cinnamon cider!! It sounds so delicious and refreshing! and I’ll take the rum too!

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