Taste of Home - Beverages Recipes

Angel Frost

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:17:25 GMT

"I've served this refreshing beverage for holiday breakfasts and brunches for 20 years," says field editor Susan O'Brien of Scottsbluff, Nebraska.

Cinna-Nut Hot Chocolate

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:04:38 GMT

Aunt Frances' Lemonade

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 23:55:43 GMT

My sister and I spent a week each summer with Aunt Frances, who always had this thirst-quenching lemonade in a stoneware crock in the refrigerator. It tastes so much like fresh citrus. It made such a refreshing drink after a hot day running around the farm. -Debbie Blackburn, Camp Hill, Pennsylvania

Banana Brunch Punch

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 23:53:49 GMT

A cold glass of refreshing punch really brightens a brunch. It's nice to serve a crisp beverage like this that's more spectacular than plain juice. With bananas, orange juice and lemonade, it can add tropical flair to a winter day. -Mary Anne McWhirter, Pearland, Texas

Breakfast Wassail

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 23:37:32 GMT

This fruity beverage is great all year-round, and tasty hot or chilled. I got the recipe from a co-worker and made it one Christmas for a family gathering. Now whenever we get together for the holidays, I'm the designated wassail-maker.

Buttermilk Shake

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 23:36:49 GMT

"This rich shake tastes like liquid cheesecake!" reveals Gloria Jarrett of Loveland, Ohio.

Cocoa for a Crowd

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 23:19:39 GMT

Cocoa for a Crowd comes from Pat Monson of Stewartville, Minnesota. "On a winter day, this cocoa really hits the spot," Pat assures.

Iced Strawberry Tea

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 23:09:21 GMT

Leprechaun Lime Punch

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 23:07:51 GMT

Cherry Cider

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 22:48:59 GMT

This nicely spiced, simmered beverage is so warming. For a special holiday accent, garnish the mugs using maraschino cherries and a sliced orange.

Deluxe Spiced Tea Mix

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 21:33:23 GMT

During the holiday season, a jar of this spicy-sweet tea mix always goes over well. A steaming mug is a wonderful way to warm up on chilly mornings.

Paper Crafter's Punch

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 21:23:56 GMT

This tangy, Christmas-red blend will quench the thirst of any busy paper crafter. And with just four ingredients, it couldn't be easier to mix together.

Apple Cranberry Cider

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 21:00:16 GMT

Buffets are my favorite way to feed a crowd. This fruity cider can be made ahead, then kept warm in a slow cooker so people can serve themselves.

Lavender Mint Tea

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 20:50:22 GMT

With the fabulous flavors of mint, lavender, rosemary and honey, you won't miss the tea leaves in this hot beverage from our home economists.

Sunburst Spiced Tea

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 20:33:28 GMT

Our home economists use oranges and lemon to lend a lovely citrus flavor to ordinary black tea.