Cold, Go Away! (Ah, No, Don't Go!)
Is there anyone who always orders iced drinks even in the biting cold winter wind? Yes. That’s me, Gang Gyeong Eoljuka! I tend to feel hotter than cold, and sometimes I sweat from wearing multiple thin layers of clothing. However, with the news saying this winter will have continuous cold waves, I couldn’t help but curl up. The editor, defeated by the cold, ordered a warm drink just to warm up, but guess what! It was surprisingly delicious.♥ Scroll down to check out three drinks to beat the winter cold this year, plus a special bonus drink.
Starbucks Toffee Nut Latte
One of the reasons Starbucks fans look forward to winter is the Toffee Nut Latte. Toffee Nut syrup or powder is made by mixing toffee?made from sugar, butter, and flour?with nuts like almonds or walnuts. The flavor is a perfect harmony of the nuttiness from the nuts, the slight bitterness of espresso, and the sweetness of whipped cream. The toffee nut topping on the whipped cream has a crunchy texture like Dalgona candy, making it highly addictive. Even if you don’t like whipped cream, don’t skip it! The soft cream melts into the drink, making it even smoother and sweeter♥ It’s not overly sweet, so anyone can enjoy it without feeling burdened.
Ediya Black Sesame Cream Latte
This is one of the “top five Ediya menu items” chosen by an editor who worked part-time at Ediya for five years. Especially if you like black sesame, pay close attention! The visual of the milk foam and black sesame powder on top of the drink isn’t particularly special or impressive. But the taste is a perfect 100! The flavor behind the soft foam is pure nuttiness. Rather than just “nutty,” the word “kkoso” (a Korean onomatopoeia for a rich, roasted nutty flavor) fits better. It’s a taste with 70% nuttiness and 30% sweetness. If you don’t prefer sweet drinks, try ordering the Black Sesame Cream Cafe Latte. Since it contains espresso, you can also enjoy the bitterness of coffee.
Mega Coffee Red Orange Vin Chaud Pleasure
Vin chaud (bansho) is a drink that comes to mind in winter. It’s a beverage made by heating wine with fruits or cinnamon to remove the alcohol. The bansho sold at Mega Coffee is brewed with a tea bag, then topped with a cinnamon stick and lemon slice. If coffee feels too heavy or you’re looking for a refreshing and clean tea, this is recommended. Plus, it’s low in calories. If you haven’t tried bansho yet, give it a try. You’ll definitely understand why it’s a winter favorite.
Coffee Bean Holiday Almond Oat Latte
(Editor’s personal pick, a bonus drink) This is a recommended menu for when you want a sweet drink but also crave a nutty latte. It’s a drink released by Coffee Bean for the Christmas season. Rich almond paste combined with nutty oat milk and espresso adds nuttiness upon nuttiness. What’s special is that the whipped cream on top is made from almonds. The harmony of nuttiness, sweetness, and the rich taste of coffee is perfect. I’ve only tried it iced so far, but I plan to try it warm soon-★
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