List of hot drinks

List of Hot Drinks

A hot drink is a beverage that is heated and served warm or hot. Hot drinks are consumed worldwide and are a staple in many cultures, often consumed for their warming properties, taste, or for their stimulating or relaxing effects. This article provides a list of hot drinks from various cultures around the world.

Tea[edit | edit source]

Tea is a hot drink made by infusing the dried leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant in hot water. There are many types of tea, including green tea, black tea, oolong tea, and white tea, each with its unique flavor profile and preparation method.

Green Tea[edit | edit source]

Green tea is a type of tea that is made from Camellia sinensis leaves and buds that have not undergone the same withering and oxidation process used to make oolong teas and black teas.

Black Tea[edit | edit source]

Black tea is a type of tea that is more oxidized than oolong, green, and white teas. Black tea is generally stronger in flavor than other teas.

Coffee[edit | edit source]

Coffee is a brewed drink prepared from roasted coffee beans, the seeds of berries from certain Coffea species. It is served hot and is one of the most popular hot drinks worldwide.

Hot Chocolate[edit | edit source]

Hot chocolate, also known as drinking chocolate, is a heated drink consisting of shaved chocolate, melted chocolate or cocoa powder, heated milk or water, and usually a sweetener.

Mulled Wine[edit | edit source]

Mulled wine is a beverage usually made with red wine along with various mulling spices and sometimes raisins. It is served hot or warm and is a traditional drink during winter, especially around Christmas.

Chai[edit | edit source]

Chai is a flavored tea beverage made by brewing black tea with a mixture of aromatic spices and herbs. Originating in India, the beverage has gained worldwide popularity, becoming a feature in many coffee and tea houses.

Hot Toddy[edit | edit source]

A hot toddy, also known as hot whiskey in Ireland, is typically a mixed drink made of liquor and water with honey (or, in some recipes, sugar), herbs (such as tea) and spices, and served hot.

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