Cardamom Coffee
The trick to getting a good spice flavor is to simmer cardamom with water and use the infusion for brewing the coffee.
Recipe: Cardamom Coffee
Layered Mocha
Sip hot chocolate through layers of hot espresso and thick, cold cream in this deconstructed mocha.
Recipe: Layered Mocha
Brandied Hot Chocolate
Break out the Armagnac and artisan-made marshmallows, or use inexpensive brandy and marshmallows (or whipped cream). Either way, you’re in for a treat.
Recipe: Brandied Hot Chocolate
Mexican Hot Chocolate
Amp up the flavors of Mexican hot chocolate tablets with vanilla beans, more cinnamon, orange zest, and chile.
Recipe: Mexican Hot Chocolate
Chai (Spiced Indian-Style Tea)
For authentic flavor, create a strong tea and spice infusion, then boil it with milk and sugar.
Recipe: Chai (Spiced Indian-Style Tea)
Iced Lavender Green Tea
We poured this infusion over ice, but it’s also excellent served hot.
Recipe: Iced Lavender Green Tea
Lemon Grass and Ginger Iced Tea
Here’s a super-refreshing combination you can sip all day.
Recipe: Lemon Grass and Ginger Iced Tea
The Ultimate Citrus Smoothie
The bright flavors of tangerine and Meyer lemon and rich creaminess of Greek yogurt make this our favorite citrus smoothie.
Recipe: The Ultimate Citrus Smoothie
Layered Fruit Smoothie
Can’t decide between strawberry-banana and mango? Go for both.
Recipe: Layered Fruit Smoothie
Sparkling Spice
This festive mocktail includes a licoricey touch of star anise.
Recipe: Sparkling Spice
Ginger Pineapple Punch (Lebouroudjee)
Buzz fresh pineapple and ginger in the blender to extract their juices and create an intensely flavored and super-refreshing punch.
Cucumber Mint Spritzer
A splash of orange blossom water adds the subtle floral aroma that makes this drink memorable.
Recipe: Cucumber Mint Spritzer
Pomegranate-Orange Cooler
We give you options for making this refresher with or without alcohol.
Recipe: Pomegranate-Orange Cooler
Limoncello Soda
Use the Italian vodka-based liqueur called limoncello, or substitute lemon syrup if you’re looking for a virgin option.
Recipe: Limoncello Soda
Garden Bloody Mary
You can try any favorite garden or ripe market tomato here—red, orange, yellow, or even green—and vary the color of the basil, too.
Recipe: Garden Bloody Mary
Sangrita de Toro
A good shake of hot sauce, plus chile salt around the rim, makes this drink exciting.
Recipe: Sangrita de Toro
Crimson Spice Champagne Cocktail
This one stays on the short list for our holiday brunches.
Recipe: Crimson Spice Champagne Cocktail
Sea Breeze Mimosa
Grapefruit and cranberry juices turn the standard mimosa a pretty shade of pink.
Recipe: Sea Breeze Mimosa
Italian Raspberry Cocktail
You can make the base of fresh raspberry syrup, citrus, and Campari ahead and add club soda when it’s time to serve.
Recipe: Italian Raspberry Cocktail
Sparkling Mai Tai
This spritzy version of the classic cocktail, from a San Francisco bartender, is perfect for a celebratory brunch.
Recipe: Sparkling Mai Tai
Pimm's Cup
This refreshing drink is a classic in Britain at sporting events, and we think it deserves a spot at brunch, too.
Recipe: Pimm's Cup
Pear Punch Sparkler
Set out a fruity, pretty punch like this one for brunch, and guests can help themselves while you’re setting out the food.
Recipe: Pear Punch Sparkler
