Author: todayineeda

DIY Hot Cocoa Bombs
Hot Cocoa Bombs are super popular right now and that means they are VERY hard to find in stores. But, no worries because they are very easy to make! They are also a GREAT homemade gift. So, without further ado here is our DIY Hot Cocoa Bombs recipe.

Ingredients
- Baking chocolate or chocolate chips – Try the Classic Nestle Toll House Chocolate Chips
- Hot Cocoa mix – Go super fancy with Ghirardelli Premium Cocoa Mix
- Mini marshmallows and/or add-ins – Try these mini rainbow marshmallows
- Silicone mold – Like this one on Amazon
Note: In the picture above, I have a holiday themed non-stick mini cake pan. While this technically works for cocoa bombs, you will see some pictured with sprinkles around the edges because they are MUCH harder to get out of the pan. I prefer using the silicone round mold.

Instructions

Step One: Melt Chocolate

This really is a simple process. First, you need to melt your chocolate. For my round mold, I use roughly 1 1/2 rounded tablespoons of chocolate chips for each half circle. You will have to judge for yourself how much chocolate you will need depending on the size of your shape/mold.

I melt my chocolate in the microwave. You can use the double-boiler method, but for me it’s faster and easier to use a microwave. Put all of your chocolate in a microwave safe bowl and heat on high for 30 seconds. Then mix the chocolate and put back in the microwave at 15 second increments stirring between each one until the chocolate is melted. It is very important NOT to overheat your chocolate in the microwave. It will burn quickly if you are not paying attention!

Step Two: Add Chocolate to Mold

Next, put a spoonful of chocolate into each mold and spread up around all the sides. Make sure to get good coverage. When all sections are full, put the mold in the refrigerator for about one hour or until the chocolate has hardened.

Step Three: Remove Hardened Chocolate

Once hardened, remove chocolate from the mold. With the silicone molds this is incredibly easy. You just gently push from the back and it peels right out. With the non-stick mini cake pan, I had to use the edge of a knife or offset spatula to pop the chocolate out of the mold. (This made the edges really uneven which is why I don’t recommend using the mini cake pan unless you have no other option, but I was able to make it work.)

Step Four: Fill with Cocoa Mix & Add-ins

Next, fill half of your chocolate shells with an appropriate amount of hot cocoa mix and mini marshmallows or add-ins.

Step Five: Attach Top Shell & Enjoy

The last step is to attach the top shell. To do this, I heated water in a bowl in the microwave until hot. I poured the water out and turned the bowl upside down and used it to melt the edge of the empty shell. Once the edges were nice a melty, I just placed them on top of the filled shells and gently turned them to seal the bomb.

Finally, put them in the fridge one last time to set the chocolate seam and you’re done! Viola, you have DIY Hot Cocoa Bombs!

There are so many fun ideas you could do with this. Add crushed candy canes, caramel candies or even a larger marshmallow in a fun shape if it fits! My kids go crazy for these and I have given them as gifts multiple times – they always impress. Most importantly, have fun!

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November 27, 2020
“You’ve Been Booed” Thanksgiving Version
There’s nothing better than giving and letting someone know how much you appreciate them, especially when its spontaneous! So, this year I decided to start a new Thanksgiving Tradition. The idea is similar to Boo Baskets or “You’ve Been Booed”. You leave a bag of goodies on the front porch of a family in your neighborhood and then, hopefully, they do the same to another house and so on. I wanted to put a Thanksgiving twist on it, mainly to focus on the idea of giving and of gratitude. So, here is our “You’ve Been Booed” Thanksgiving Version.

Create a “You’ve Been Thank’d” Basket

First, put a bag, bucket or basket together with some treats and attach a nice note explaining the recipient is being ‘Thank’d’. Then, include the “We’ve Been Thank’d” sign for them to put on their door. Finally, drop the basket on the front porch of a neighbor and make sure to tell them to pass their own ‘Thank’ on to another family.

Item’s included in my basket:
- Fall Themed Cookies – like these Maple Cream Cookies
- Chocolate Marshmallows – similar to these at Target
- Seasonal Fruit – Clementine’s & Apples – you could try this Fruit Basket on Amazon
- Hot Cocoa Bombs
Other ideas for what to include:
- Bottle of Wine – Or this cute cocktail mixer set from Target
- Gingerbread House Kit – like this one at Target
- Potted Mums or Poinsettia
- Dried Fruit or Nuts – Bonnie & Pop has this Fruit Tray on Amazon
- Caramel Corn – Utz Gourmet Popcorn Clusters
- Pumpkin Scented Candle – We LOVE the Nature’s Wick Candles at Target
“You’ve Been Booed” Thanksgiving Version ~ Free Printables:

You’ve Been Thank’d!Download

We’ve Been Thank’d!Download

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November 18, 2020
Advent Calendars for the Whole Family
Advent calendars for the whole family can be a great way to get a few minutes of family time each day in December. Whether it’s putting a puzzle together or sharing a bag of popcorn, gather around an advent calendar for Christmastime cheer. December is just a few weeks away, so get your advent calendar now!

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Family Activity Advent Calendars

Winter Village Activity Kit Advent Calendar – Because while the holidays are about sweets and treats, they’re more about spending time with the ones you love. Handmade in Yorkshire, England. – See Price on Uncommon Goods

Jigsaw Puzzle Advent Calendar – Get them festive but focused with this entertaining advent calendar that reveals pieces of jigsaw behind each opened door. By the time Christmas arrives, they should have all 200 pieces of a beautifully illustrated Santa-in-space scene. – See Price on World Market

Christmas Luck Holiday Advent Lottery Calendar – Just add your own lottery tickets scratch for a chance to win each night! Because who doesn’t love a surprise? – See Price on Amazon

The Advent Calendar for Couch Potatoes by Mindmade – This calendar works exactly like a classic advent calendar – almost. Instead of finding candy inside each window you will find three different physical activities, and you must select one of them to complete during that day. See Price on Amazon

Lovepop Advent Calendar – Count down to Christmas with Pancake the Penguin’s Christmas Adventur Lovepop’s first-ever day-by-day advent calendar! Follow Pancake’s journey through a winter wonderland and unveil new discoveries on each of the 25 days leading up to Christmas. See Price on Love Pop

Collectibles Advent Calendars

Elf Advent Calendar – If you love the movie Elf as much as we do, you’ll love this adorable Elf Advent Calendar! – See Price on Target

Breyer Horses 2020 Holiday Collection | Holiday Advent Calendar – Starting on December 1st, count down to Christmas by opening one door each day to reveal Mini Whinnies items! This calendar features 40 hidden treasures! Including, 7 horses, 2 foals, 1 unicorn, 3 people figures, and a wide assortment of barn and riding accessories! –See Price on Amazon

Funko Advent Calendar: Harry Potter – Open one of the tiny doors each day and reveal which of the 24 Pocket Pops vinyl figures will join your collection that day. You can hide them among your other holiday decorations or assemble them within your collection. See Price on Amazon

Food Advent Calendars

Jerky Advent Calendar from Man Crates – Forget the french hens and geese a-layin’. Nothing says “Meaty Christmas” like an advent calendar filled with twenty-five festive flavors of beef and exotic jerky. It’s a carnivore’s ultimate countdown ‘til Christmas. See Price on Man Crates

Joe & Seph’s Popcorn Calendar – Inside, you’ll find 24 doors with snack-sized packets of Joe & Seph’s artisan-crafted popcorn. 12 delicious flavors for you to enjoy, including salted caramel, raspberry cheesecake and double chocolate. – See Price on World Market

We can’t forget the dog! Check out this adorable Bosco & Roxy’s Bark The Halls Dog Treat Advent Calendar. – Behind each festive flap is a handmade dog biscuit crafted with applesauce and crushed peanuts. Finally, a bite-sized reward for your best friend to help them share in the Christmas spirit. See Price on World Market

2020 Mars Assorted Candy Christmas Advent Calendar – Candy Includes M&M’s, Snickers Minis, Skittles, MilkyWay Minis, Twix Minis, and Starburst assorted candies. Above all, it’s a great activity for kids and adults. See Price on Amazon

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November 13, 2020
Trendy Women’s Winter Coats
We’ve rounded up our favorite trendy women’s winter coats for the upcoming chilly season. From cozy mountain pile fleece and teddy coats to extra warm parkas, we’ve got something for everyone to stay warm and be on trend.

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Insulated Winter Coats

Lanely Hybrid Down Parka – See Price on Eddie Bauer

Women’s Kinzu Point™ Reversible Jacket – See Price on Columbia

The ever popular trendy Amazon coat: See Price on Amazon

Cozy Fleece and Teddy Bear Coats

Women’s Mountain Pile Fleece Coat – Great choice for layering – See Price on L.L. Bean

GAP has some fantastic trendy women’s winter coats. Like this Oversized Teddy Coat – See Price on GAP

Columbia Women’s Panorama Long Sherpa Jacket – Great for fall weather or running errands in winter without over heating – See Price on Dick’s Sporting Goods

Women’s Long Sherpa Coat – See Price on Abercrombie & Fitch

Wool Style Coats

Soft-Brushed Funnel Neck Coat for a more professional look- See Price on Old Navy

Vail parka from J. Crew Factory in this gorgeous teal color, also comes in gray- See Price at J. Crew Factory

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November 6, 2020
Easy Cat Mini Cookie Cakes
I’m going to admit something a little crazy about my daughter…she doesn’t like cake. I know, what kid doesn’t like cake? Don’t get me wrong, she’ll “suffer” through eating it at birthday parties and celebrations, but she definitely doesn’t prefer it. Last year for her birthday I made her a large Triple-Layer Cookie Cake with a chocolate whipped cream frosting which she absolutely loved. Well, now that she’s turning 9, she loves all things miniature. And cats. And tie-dye. So I decided to combine all three and make her these adorable Cat Mini Cookie Cakes!

The good news is they’re super easy to make and use easy to find ingredients. They were a big hit with family and friends and most importantly my daughter. She LOVED these mini cookie cakes and already asked for me to make them again for her next year. Read on for instructions and ingredient list.

Ingredients

-Cookies – you need 3 for each cake (One of the best things about these cookie cakes is how versatile they are. You can make them smaller, larger, two layer, etc. – choose any cookie size and flavor you want!)
-Frosting – simple buttercream or can of white frosting – I used this kind Buy at Target
-Mini Marshmallows
-Chocolate Chips
-Chocolate sprinkles – Buy on Amazon
-Pink round sprinkles – similar to these Buy on Amazon
-Any fun shaped sprinkles

Tools

-Cake Icing Tool, like this Wilton Dessert Decorator – Buy on Amazon
-Small Offset Spatula, we like this reasonably priced one from Ateco – Buy on Amazon

Mini Cookie Cake Instructions

To make this year’s celebration easier, I decided to buy cookies instead of make them. My local grocery store has a bakery and I figured they would be more uniform in size than homemade cookies. I purchased three different flavors for a bit of added fun and because I made each mini cookie cake with three “layers”. I bought standard chocolate chip cookies, M&M candy cookies and chocolate chocolate chip cookies. You could make your own of course, it’s up to you!

Next up was frosting. I never use canned frosting, but due to time constraints and some home construction I decided to make my life easier. Canned frosting can be very oily which is one of the reasons I usually don’t use it. To make it more of a stiff piping consistency you can add powdered sugar and mix. I then divided it into different bowls and mixed in pink, blue, and yellow food coloring.

Once you have the frosting ready, assembling your mini cookies cakes is easy. All you need to do is pipe or spread some frosting on one cookie, place the second cookie on top. Then add another layer of frosting and finally the third cookie on top of that. You will have a stack of three cookies with a layer of frosting in between them.

Decorating your Mini Cookie Cakes

Once all of your cookie cakes are assembled, it is time to decorate. To get the swirled color effect, I placed a blob of pink, a blob of blue and a blob of yellow frosting on the top cookie. Then, I used my offset spatula in a swirling motion to spread it around the cookie. Sometimes I only used two colors to get different shades and sometimes I swirled more than others just to get a variation in color. NOTE: the more you swirl, the more the colors will start to blend so try to only move your spatula once or twice if possible.
Next, I added the cat details. For the ears, I cut a mini marshmallow in half and pressed the tops together to make the point of the ears. I also used mini marshmallows for the white mouth parts by cutting them in half and keeping them more rounded. For the eyes, I placed two chocolate chips upside down in the frosting. For the nose I used a pink, flat sprinkle. And finally, for the whiskers I used two long chocolate sprinkles. Extra: For a girly touch, I added a flower sprinkle by an ear on each one.

And that’s it! Have fun assembling these adorable cats for a special cat lover you know. Then, wait for everyone to gush over how cute they are!

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October 29, 2020
Stitch Fix Review with Pictures
It’s time for another Stitch Fix review with pictures! Below is a quick rundown of what I received in my most recent box. Stitch Fix allows you to write a note to your stylist for each fix, these notes are extremely important in getting a successful fix. Unless you are very easy to please you should never leave them blank.

Welp, this time I threw my own advice out the window. I wanted to see what would happen if I didn’t include a note. There wasn’t anything in particular I was searching for this time around and this was my 12th fix so I figured they probably had a good idea of what I like at this point. So, I decided to roll the dice. Take a look below for what I received, what I decided to keep and my full October Stitch Fix Review.

Affiliate link: Interested in trying Stitch Fix? Now is the time to do it – click HERE to get $25 off your first fix!

October Stitch Fix Review

My October Stitch Fix right out of the box! Don’t you love how nicely everything is folded and presented like a little present? You get a quick glance at what’s in store.

LIVERPOOL
Tinsley High Rise Skinny Jean $78.00
– These skinny jeans were softer than I expected and fit like a glove. I don’t have any black jeans in my wardrobe, how did you know Stitch Fix? These are a keeper.

MIX BY 41 HAWTHORN
Kallon Brushed Knit Hoodie $38.00
– I didn’t know what to expect when I saw this folded in my pile. Is it another turtleneck sweater? Nope, a super soft knit hoodie! My day to day wardrobe is extremely casual and this is a great layering piece, especially for winters in Maine. The extra details on the arms made this a keeper too.

FORTUNE + IVY
Christelle Button Down Blouse $42.00
– My first impression on this top was “No!”. I would never have picked this in a clothing store but I have to say I really like the fit. The color is also good for my complexion and great for the Fall. It was a smidge too tight so I’ll need a larger size. Luckily, Stitch Fix makes it very easy to request a different sizes. I’m a little on the fence, but I did decide to keep this one so I could receive the extra 25% off.

Cardigan and Earrings

PINK CLOVER
Nouri Textured Two Pocket Cardigan $48.00
– I’m a sucker for a nice long cozy cardigan. Winter is very long time here in Maine so I practically live in them. I feel in love with the structure of this one from Pink Clover. Are you sensing a theme? Yes, I kept this one as well.

MARLYN SCHIFF
Delilah Round Crystal Earrings $28.00
– This is the first piece of jewelry that I’ve received in a Stitch Fix. I’ve indicated in my settings that I prefer to received jewelry rarely. Jewelry isn’t something I often spend money one but I do really like these pair of earrings they sent. The quality is very nice, they feel very solid and are nicely made. This picture doesn’t capture it but they have a nice sparkle as well. A keeper!

Stitch Fix Style Card & Price Breakdown

Just in case you were wondering, this is the paperwork that comes with every Stitch Fix. The style card includes a little note from your stylist and ideas on how to incorporate each item into your wardrobe.

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October 20, 2020
DIY Ruth Bader Ginsburg Dog Costume
Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s dissent collar is an instantly recognizable icon of women’s rights and the trailblazing woman who worked so hard to secure them. In honor of her legendary life, I wanted to create a DIY Dissent Collar for Halloween this year. Once the collar was crated I couldn’t resist fashioning a full costume for my sweet girl Wrigley. Read on below for my DIY Ruth Bader Ginsburg Dog Costume, no sewing involved!

Note: This tutorial will focus on the costume I made for my dog, but the collar turned out so nice my daughter wants to wear it! And you know what, it fits her too. If you want to dress up as the Notorious RBG this tutorial will also work for people.

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Craft Supplies

Michael’s:
– One 9 x 12 inch sheet of black felt for the collar
– One 12 x 18 inch sheet for the cape.
Amazon:
– Self-Adhesive Rhinestone Stickers
– Gold Cording
– Black Pipe Cleaners

RGB DIY Dissent Collar

I hand-drew a template on paper to trace for the main collar shape. It turned out so well that I created a graphic version of my template to share with you! See below. Save the image to your desktop and then print it for your own costume. You may need to resize before printing depending on the size of your dog!

Dissent Collar Template

Once I cut the collar shape out of felt, I added adhesive rhinestones to each of the vertical sections. The rhinestones I used are similar to these: Self-Adhesive Rhinestone Sticker

I started at the bottom by adding one rhinestone to the lowest sections (the ones that stick out a little lower than the others). I then went up from there adding more stones in a straight line up to the neckline. After that, I added a horizontal row along the neckline. Reference the photo below for rhinestone placement, you will see that some are larger than others.

After the rhinestones were completed, I cut out two strips of felt for the necktie. These you will need to size to your dog. Finally, I used hot glue to secure the strips to the top of the collar. You can add Velcro or a snap on the ends for a smoother look.

As you can see my dog looks utterly thrilled to be trying on her new RBG collar 😂. She looks adorable, but something was missing so I decided to add gold cording between the rows of rhinestones.

The cording I used was actually up-cycled from the handles of a gift bag. You can find similar cording here: Metallic Tinsel Cord Rope

I cut strips and hot glued them between the rows of rhinestones, around the edges and along the neckline. And voila, a totally beautiful collar worthy of an American icon. It’s a little fancy for a dog, but it can be used on humans too!

*Tip: If you have trouble with removing any hot glue from the black felt you can color it in with a black sharpie to make it less noticeable.
DIY Halloween Dog Glasses

For the glasses, I made a simple pair from pipe cleaners. My dog did NOT like them, but was such a good sport wearing them for the pictures. You can use any glasses without lenses you may have as well.

DIY Dog Robe

To make the robe I used the same technique as my Harry Potter Dog Costume Robe, just without the white shirt collar. See it here: DIY No-Sew Harry Potter Dog Costume! It is basically a rectangle of black felt wrapped around my dog and glued together at her chest area. This way it can just slip over her head and I don’t have to worry about it falling off and it doesn’t restrict her movement.

RBG Dog Costume

Here is the completed look – don’t you love that smile? Happy Halloween!

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October 15, 2020
Quick and Easy Halloween Costumes & Face Masks
If you need some quick and easy Halloween costumes, look no further. Everything below is Amazon Prime Eligible so you can have it delivered within a day – SO EASY to simply put on and go!

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Halloween Face Mask Costumes

Character Face Masks
1. Joker Mask: https://amzn.to/3d6pU0c
2. Jack-o-lantern Mask: https://amzn.to/36EtqO3
3. Skeleton Gator: https://amzn.to/2Gyke3g
4. Hocus Pocus Sanderson Sisters Masks: https://amzn.to/3jFGPsS
5. Day of the Dead Masks: https://amzn.to/36MnFOF
6. Cat Mask: https://amzn.to/33BL3ft
Crayola Face Masks – These masks come in both kids an adult sizes to make your family costume idea come together! Find them here: https://amzn.to/2SyU42J

Halloween Ponchos

Heritage Lace Skeleton Poncho – I have this poncho and I love it! I get tons of compliments whenever I wear it. All I do is wear black leggings and a black top underneath and maybe add some face paint or a mask for a little extra fun. It is on the large size, so I would not recommend this poncho if you are very petite. Find it here: https://amzn.to/307DY6r

Me in my Skeleton Poncho

Spider Web Poncho – While we are on the topic of ponchos, and honestly a costume can’t get much easier, here is a Spider Web Poncho! Again, just wear over black leggings. Find it here: https://amzn.to/3kYOzGU

T-Shirt Costumes

Pirate T-Shirt – Pair it with a pirate hat and you’re all set! Find the t-shirt here: https://amzn.to/3jDyA0m and a matching hat here: https://amzn.to/3jBNhB7

Crayon T-Shirts – Cute Group Costume Idea! These shirts come in Men, Women and Children’s sizes so each family member or group member can wear a different color! Find them here: https://amzn.to/2S9J1Ng
A superhero t-shirt – More quick and easy Halloween costumes you can pair with whatever pants you have. These shirts come in Superman, Batman, The Flash and Wonder Woman. You can turn it into a couples costume by getting both the Superman and Wonder Woman!
*Note: Some reviews say to go up a size. Get it here: https://amzn.to/33klyMM

DC Comics Superhero T-Shirt

Throw on a pair of glasses to complete the Superman look!

Superman Glasses

Halloween Accessory Costumes

Butterfly Wings and Antennae – It couldn’t be easier than to just wear all black and add a pair of butterfly wings! Find them here: https://amzn.to/3nmHK3K Find matching antennae headband here: https://amzn.to/3nizMJ3

Flapper Capelet and Headband – If you have a simple black dress, just add this capelet and headband to easily complete a 1920s Flapper Look. Find it here: amzn.to/304CycY and amzn.to/307QaUy

90’s Rocker Wig and Accessories – Want to rock out? Put on your favorite ripped jeans and a black t-shirt to complete this look! Easy Peasy. Find it here: https://amzn.to/33jTWax

Onesie Union Suit Costumes

Adult Onesie Costumes – It’s like going to a party in your PJs! Seriously though, it doesn’t get more comfortable or easy than wearing a warm onesie while enjoying candy at a party or trick-or-treating. You can add layers underneath for warmth if needed. After Halloween, lounge around the house in them! Find them through our links below.
Slytherin Onesie: https://amzn.to/33hQ5Lb
(If you want a matching dog Harry Potter costume, check out our home-made tutorial.)
Toy Story Woody Onesie: https://amzn.to/2Oz11QA
Animal Onesie (other options available): https://amzn.to/2VuZqMX
Narwhal – my favorite!: https://amzn.to/2M4TOpR

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October 8, 2020
Free Halloween Craft Printable – Pencil Toppers!
It’s officially October! To celebrate one of our favorite months of the year, we put together a fun and free Halloween craft printable for you! We love Halloween and our kids couldn’t wait to get started decorating weeks ago. Because they are currently remote learning, I thought we could create something to share with their class during Zoom calls. Pencil Toppers were a perfect option! We have created a FREE printable template so you can make your own pencil toppers too!

Halloween Craft Supplies

This is an easy craft that doesn’t need too many supplies. We made some out of felt and hot glue and some out of paper and white glue. You can use whatever you have on hand. We even made a garland to go on our fireplace by printing out a few extra sheets and using watercolor paints and a hold puncher. You can really make this craft your own by adding googly eyes, stickers or any other crafting supplies. Whatever you do, have fun!

Free Halloween Craft Printable

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October 1, 2020
Humblemaker Cold Brew Coffee Shots Review
Attention busy moms and dads, we have a new coffee solution for you! Humblemaker, an independent coffee company out of California, sent us some of their new cold brew coffee shots to test and we are big fans.

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Humblemaker generously sent us a gorgeous highball glass and 3 packs of their new cold brew shots; one of each variety. Each package ($30) contains 8 shots which is just about the right number to get you through the week – one a day and one emergency shot for long work days.

About Humblemaker

“Humblemaker cold brews are made using only the highest quality, responsibly sourced, fresh roasted organic coffees. Their proprietary process is cold from start to finish – closely regulating brew temperature and brew time to ensure ideal extraction and flavor. Their premium ingredients and cut-no-corners-attitude delivers the finest quality finished product possible.” This is directly from their website because, hey, you can’t beat this description!

Our Review

Each shot offers a little something extra like Vitamin C or Ginseng. We love the 115mg of coffee in each shot but also the extra wellness boost! They are perfect for coffee on the go or to keep at your desk for a mid-day boost. This summer we brought them camping, some folks drank their shots straight and other added theirs to some cool milk.

note: these shots do need to be kept refrigerated so they stayed in the cooler at camp

Cold Brew Coffee Shots – 3 Options

1) La Fonda – “An antioxidant rich, Mexican Coffee cold brew shot with pure cinnamon and cacao that harness all the immune boosting power of green tea: active polyphenols, Vitamin C and selenium”

Taste test: The cinnamon and cacao really make this shot fantastic, the flavor isn’t overpowering and the coffee is smooth. Who doesn’t need an extra immune boost these days? I’ve actually mixed this with the Boomtowne shot for the ultimate wellness shot.

2) Black Sea – “This cognitive health Turkish Coffee cold brew shot is brewed with real cardamom and clove packed with L-Theanine and Ginseng, both known to promote memory and reaction time.”

Taste test: This was my least favorite of the three, the coffee is still fine but I’m extremely opposed to cloves. The clove notes seemed very strong to me. If cardamom and clove peak your interest then you will enjoy this one, it is particularly good for the fall.

3) Boomtowne – “An ultra smooth Simply Black triple strength cold brew shot with liquid multivitamin.”

Taste test: Yes, this is the winner for me! A wicked smooth no-frills black coffee shot with a multivitamin to boot.

Conclusion

There are so many pros – flavor, taste and convenience. The wellness aspect of these shots is an absolute stand out. The La Fonda with extra immunity boost offers the ultimate combo. While these shots won’t replace my regular coffee everyday they will become a regular purchase. Having some on hand for those extra busy days has been a lifesaver.

The only con for me is the price. $30 for an 8-pack of shots seems a little steep, that is $3.75 each. This is similar to a Starbucks Coffee, but much more than brewed coffee at home. The good news is you are getting a multivitamin or an immunity boost in addition to your caffeine fix. You also won’t be tempted to get that pastry as you order your mid-day coffee. 😉

If you are unsure of what shot would work best for you, Humblemaker offers a sample pack with all 3 varieties. Once you find your favorite you can sign-up for their subscription service. Right now you can save 15% with subscription & save by using our affiliate link HERE. (only $3.19 per shot)

Humblemaker also offers whole bean coffee (or ground) starting at $18 for 12oz along with great swag like their highball glass and coffee tumblers.

Frappé Recipe

Looking for a quick way to make your coffee frappé? Check out our Fast Coffee Frappé Recipe featuring Humblemaker Coffee Shots by clicking HERE.

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September 24, 2020