West Bend Back to Basics Coffeemaker User Manual
COCOA~LATTE HOT DRINK MAKER
Instruction Manual
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Important Safeguards............................................................................................... 2
Operating Precautions.............................................................................................. 3
Assembling Your Cocoa~Latte
Using Your Cocoa~Latte™........................................................................................ 4
Cleaning Your Cocoa~Latte
Recipes .................................................................................................................... 7
Warranty................................................................................................................. 25
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
To prevent personal injury or property damage, read and follow all instructions
and warnings.
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be
followed including the following:
• Read all instructions, including these important safeguards and the care and use
instructions in this manual.
• To protect against fire, electric shock and injury to persons, do not immerse
cord, plugs, or other electric parts in water or other liquids.
• Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by or near children.
• Always unplug the appliance from outlet when not in use and before cleaning.
Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning.
• Avoid contacting moving parts.
• Do not operate this appliance with a damaged cord or plug, after the appliance
malfunctions or if the appliance is dropped or damaged in any manner. If you
experience any problems with your machine, unplug it immediately from the
electrical outlet. For service information see warranty page.
• The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Focus Electrics may
result in fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
• Do not use this appliance outdoors.
• Do not let cord hang over the edge of a table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
• Do not let the cord come into contact with hot surfaces, including a stove.
• Keep hands and utensils out of container to reduce the risk of injury to persons
or damage to the appliance.
• Never add to container while the appliance is operating.
• The container must be properly in place before operating the appliance.
• Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
• This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To
reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet
only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it
still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug
in any way.
• For household use only.
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To prevent personal injury or property damage, read and follow all instructions
and warnings.
OPERATING PRECAUTIONS
• A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce risks resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
• Longer, detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are available and
may be used if care is exercised in their use. While use of an extension cord is
not recommended, if you must use one, the marked electrical rating of the
detachable power-supply cord or extension cord should be at least as great as
the electrical rating of the appliance. If the appliance is of the grounded type,
the extension cord should be a grounding-type 3-wire cord. The cord should be
arranged so that it will not hang over the counter top or tabletop where it can be
pulled by children or tripped over.
• To disconnect, turn any control to “OFF,” then remove plug from wall outlet.
• Do not move an appliance containing hot water, tea or other hot liquids.
• Do not place the mixing container on the motor base while the motor is running.
• Do not remove the mixing container from the motor base while the motor is
running.
• Do not run the motor while the mixing container is empty.
• After running the motor continuously for one cycle, wait at least five minutes
before running another cycle.
• Always operate this appliance with the lid in place.
• Do not attempt to repair this appliance yourself.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Congratulations! We hope you enjoy the delicious hot drinks that you can make with
your new Cocoa~Latte
unique appliance easy to use and fun for the entire family. The Cocoa~Latte
Drink Maker quickly heats and whips your instant cocoa, coffee, and tea mixes into
gourmet, café-style hot chocolates, café lattes, cappuccinos, café mochas, tea lattes,
flavored milk steamers, and more. Your Cocoa~Latte™ is also great for making hot
ciders, wassails, teas, toddies, grogs, and many other favorite hot drinks.
Your new Cocoa~Latte
long-life, low-speed motor. This motor requires several uses for initial break-in. You
will notice that the motor speed and vortex action increase after the first several
uses.
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Hot Drink Maker from Back To Basics®. You will find this
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ASSEMBLING YOUR COCOA~LATTE
Lid
Pour Spout
Mixing Container
Dispensing Valve
Froth/Dispense
Cancel
Motor Base
Before using for the first time: Wash the mixing container, dispensing valve, and
lid with warm, soapy water. Rinse thoroughly and dry. Note: Do not wash any parts
in the dishwasher and do not immerse the motor base or the mixing container in
water. This may permanently damage the product and void the warranty.
• A small amount of smoke and/or odor may occur upon heating due to the
release of manufacturing oils – this is normal.
• Some minor expansion/contraction sounds may occur during heating and
cooling – this is normal.
USING YOUR COCOA~LATTE
Your Back To Basics® Cocoa~Latte™ Hot Drink Maker is designed to make delicious,
hot, and frothy drinks using milk or water combined with instant cocoa, coffee, tea
mixes, and syrups.
The measurements used below produce four 8-ounce servings (32 ounces). Refer
to the Ingredients Chart to determine usage for alternate serving sizes.
1. Remove the lid from the mixing container.
2. Pour 32 ounces of water or milk into the mixing container. Note: Do not fill the
mixing container past the 32 ounce “Maximum Fill” line.
3. Add 8 tablespoons of your favorite instant mix.
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“ON/OFF” Switch
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4. Replace the lid on to the mixing container, making sure that the lid covers the
pour spout.
5. Plug the Hot Drink Maker into a 120 volt, AC outlet only.
6. Press the “ON” switch. Your Hot Drink Maker will begin to mix and heat. When
the mixture reaches the “Perfect Temperature” the appliance will automatically
go idle. At anytime during the mixing and heating process, you may press the
“OFF” switch to turn the appliance off. Note: A full 32 ounces takes
approximately 6-8 minutes.
7. Once the appliance automatically goes idle, place a cup underneath the
dispensing valve and press the “FROTH/DISPENSE” switch. This switch will
mix the beverage while you dispense so that a rich layer of froth is dispensed
into your cup along with the hot drink.
8. Press down on the dispensing valve lever to dispense the hot drink into your cup
while the motor is mixing the beverage. After dispensing the beverage, press
the “CANCEL” switch.
9. When the container has less than 1 cup of liquid remaining or is empty, press
the “OFF” switch. Note: The appliance will remain on until you switch it off.
INGREDIENTS CHART
CUPS
LIQUID Milk/Water
POWDER MIX with Milk
POWDER MIX with Water
Note: Different instant cocoa, coffee, and tea mixes may vary from the quantities
shown in this chart. Use the quantities specified on the packaging of the specific
instant hot drink mix for exact measurements.
“PERFECT TEMPERATURE” FEATURE
The Cocoa~Latte
temperature.” Once the hot beverage reaches the “perfect temperature,” you will
hear the motor stop running and the mixing paddle stop mixing. The appliance is
now idle but still “ON.” Once the hot beverage cools down, the unit will automatically
reheat and remix back to the “perfect temperature.” You may at any time press the
“OFF” switch to turn the unit off. THE APPLIANCE WILL CONTINUE TO CYCLE
ON and OFF UNTIL THE “ON/OFF” SWITCH IS TURNED TO THE “OFF”
POSITION.
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Hot Drink Maker is designed to maintain the “perfect
1 2 3 4
8 oz. 16 oz. 24 oz. 32 oz.
2 tbsp. 4 tbsp. 6 tbsp. 8 tbsp.
4 tbsp. 7 tbsp. 11 tbsp. 14 tbsp.
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CLEANING YOUR COCOA~LATTE™
The Back To Basics® Cocoa~Latte™ Hot Drink Maker should be cleaned after every
use. Note: Do not wash any parts in the dishwasher and do not immerse the motor
base or the mixing container in water or other liquid.
1. Unplug the appliance from the electrical outlet. Allow the entire appliance to
cool before cleaning.
2. Remove the mixing container from the motor base.
3. Pour out any unused portion of the hot drink mixture.
4. Without submerging the mixing container, wash the interior by pouring a
combination of mild detergent and water into the mixing container. Rinse and
dry thoroughly.
5. Open the dispensing valve and allow clean water to flush through and clean the
valve. After each use, unscrew and disassemble the valve for cleaning. See
“Cleaning the Dispensing Valve” instructions below.
6. Wash the lid with mild detergent and water.
7. Wipe the exterior of the motor base and mixing container with a soft, damp
cloth.
Cleaning the Dispensing Valve
Lever
Cap
Spring
Stopper Pin
Stopper
Valve Body
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To disassemble the valve for cleaning:
1. Remove the valve from the container by unscrewing the entire valve body
counter-clockwise.
2. Remove the cap by unscrewing it counter-clockwise.
3. Remove the stopper/stopper pin, spring, cap, and lever from the valve body.
Note: The stopper and stopper pin are tightly fit and need not be separated.
4. Compress the cap and stopper together to remove the lever and cap.
5. Clean all parts and reassemble in the order shown.
RECIPES
All drink recipes in this booklet use whole milk, which will provide the greatest
amount of froth. You may also substitute an equal amount of 2%, 1%, or skim milk
for any recipe.
BREWED COFFEE-STYLE DRINKS
CAFÉ AU LAIT
A favorite throughout the world, this popular drink is often served in a small Café au
Lait bowl. Although many variations of this drink exist, the standard version of this
drink consists of equal parts coffee and heated milk. Here is our version.
1 cup Water
1 heaping tsp. Instant coffee
1 cup Milk
2 tsp. Sugar (optional)
Ground cinnamon or nutmeg (optional)
Add ingredients to the Hot Drink Maker and press the “ON” switch. Wait for the Hot
Drink Maker to automatically shut off. Dispense the drink into a mug. Sprinkle
nutmeg or ground cinnamon on top. Serves 2.
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CAFÉ MOCHA
This drink is for you chocolate lovers – similar to a Café au Lait but with a chocolate
flare!
1 cup Water
1 heaping tsp. Instant coffee
1 cup Milk
3 tbsp.
Chocolate shavings (optional)
Add ingredients to the Hot Drink Maker and press the “ON” switch. Wait for the Hot
Drink Maker to automatically shut off. Dispense the drink into a mug. Sprinkle
chocolate shavings on top. Serves 2.
CAFÉ DE BELGIQUE
Also known as Belgium Coffee, this drink is a favorite throughout many countries in
Europe. The egg white adds a smooth taste, which is beautifully complemented by a
dash of vanilla.
2½ cups Water
2½ heaping tsp. Instant coffee
½ cup Heavy cream
½ cup Milk
1 Egg white
1 tsp. Vanilla
1 tbsp. Sugar
Add ingredients to the Hot Drink Maker and press the “ON” switch. Wait for the Hot
Drink Maker to automatically shut off. Dispense the drink into a mug. Sprinkle
chocolate shavings on top. Serves 2.
Chocolate syrup (or 1 tbsp.
unsweetened cocoa powder and 2 tbsp.
sugar)
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CHOCOLATE & CREAM COFFEE
For those with a sweet-tooth for creamy chocolate, this drink is delicious!!
2 cups Water
2 heaping tsp. Instant coffee
½ cup Heavy cream
4 tbsp.
Cinnamon
Whipping cream
Add ingredients to the Hot Drink Maker and press the “ON” switch. Wait for the Hot
Drink Maker to automatically shut off. Dispense the drink into a mug. Top with a
dollop of whipping cream and chocolate powder or cinnamon. Serves 2.
SPICED CREAM COFFEE
Spice up your day with a mug of warm, creamy spiced coffee. You may even want
to get creative with your own combination of spices.
1½ cups Water
1½ heaping tsp. Instant coffee
½ cup Heavy cream
1 tbsp. White or brown sugar
¾ tsp. Ground cinnamon
¼ tsp. Ground nutmeg
Whipping cream
Add ingredients to the Hot Drink Maker and press the “ON” switch. Wait for the Hot
Drink Maker to automatically shut off. Dispense the drink into a mug. Top with a
dollop of whipping cream. Serves 2.
Chocolate syrup (or 4 tsp. Unsweetened
cocoa powder mix, and 3 tbsp. sugar)
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VANILLA & CRE AM COFFEE
The combination of vanilla and cream is simply delicious.
1½ cups Water
1¾ heaping tsp. Instant coffee
½ cup Milk
½ cup Heavy cream
1½ tbsp. Vanilla
2 tsp. Sugar
Add ingredients to the Hot Drink Maker and press the “ON” switch. Wait for the Hot
Drink Maker to automatically shut off. Dispense the drink into a mug. For
Cinnamon-Vanilla and Cream Coffee, add ½ tsp. of ground cinnamon. Serves 2.
ORANGE COFFEE
The combination coffee and orange is a unique experience that will add zest to
anybody’s day.
1 cup Water
1 heaping tsp. Instant coffee
1 cup Milk
2 Orange slices
3 tbsp.
Whipping cream
Cinnamon (optional)
Add water, instant coffee, milk, and chocolate syrup to the Hot Drink Maker and
press the “ON” switch. Wait for the Hot Drink Maker to automatically shut off. Place
1 orange slice at the bottom of each mug. Dispense the drink into the mug over the
orange slice. Top with whipping cream and garnish with cinnamon. Serves 2.
Chocolate syrup (or 1 tbsp. cocoa
powder and 2 tbsp. sugar)
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MEXICAN COFFEE
This drink will spice up any fiesta! The combination of vanilla, chocolate, coffee, and
spices is a splendidly rich treat for all occasions.
1 cup Water
1 heaping tsp. Instant coffee
1 cup Milk
½ tsp. Ground cinnamon
¼ tsp. Ground nutmeg
2 tbsp.
1 tbsp. Vanilla
Whipping cream
Nutmeg or cinnamon (optional)
Add ingredients to the Hot Drink Maker and press the “ON” switch. Wait for the Hot
Drink Maker to automatically shut off. Dispense the drink into a mug. Top with a
dollop of whipping cream and sprinkle on nutmeg and cinnamon. Serves 2 .
COFFEE FLOAT
Chocolate syrup (or 2 tsp. Cocoa powder
and 2 tbsp. sugar)
Cool down with a refreshing Coffee Float. The combination of hot coffee and cold
ice cream is a refreshing treat anytime of the year!
1 cup Water
1¼ heaping tsp. Instant coffee
⅓ cup Cream
1 tsp. Sugar
Vanilla or coffee flavored ice cream
Add water, instant coffee, cream, and sugar to the Hot Drink Maker and press the
“ON” switch. Wait for the Hot Drink Maker to automatically shut off. Add one scoop
of ice cream to each mug. Dispense the drink into the mug over the ice cream.
Serves 2.
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COFFEE GROG
One taste and you’ll know why this rich and spicy drink is a classic!
1½ cups Water
1½ heaping tsp. Instant coffee
¼ cup Heavy cream
2 tbsp. Brown sugar
1 tsp. Softened butter
⅛ tsp. Ground cloves
⅛ tsp. Ground nutmeg
⅛ tsp. Ground cinnamon
Orange peel
Lemon peel
Add water, instant coffee, cream, sugar, butter, cloves, nutmeg, and cinnamon to the
Hot Drink Maker and press the “ON” switch. Wait for the Hot Drink Maker to
automatically shut off. Place one large piece of lemon and orange peel into a mug.
Dispense the drink into the mug over the peels. Serves 2.
ESPRESSO-STYLE DRINKS
CAPPUCCINO
The word cappuccino was derived from the cappuccino, or hood, worn by the
Capuchin Order of Friars during the 16
developed another meaning – strong espresso coffee mixed with steamed milk or
cream – so named because the color of the coffee resembled the muddy brown
colored hood of the Capuchin Friar. Today this drink is enjoyed by people all over
the world.
1½ cups Milk
⅓ cup Water
1 heaping tsp. Instant coffee
½ tsp. Sugar
Add ingredients to the Hot Drink Maker and press the “ON” switch. Wait for the Hot
Drink Maker to automatically shut off. Dispense the drink into a mug. Sprinkle
ground nutmeg, cinnamon, or sweetened chocolate powder on top. You may also
add vanilla, mint, hazelnut, caramel, Irish cream, butterscotch, or almond syrup to
taste. Serves 2.
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century. In Italy the word cappuccino later
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CAPPUCCINO ROYALE
A cappuccino topped with whipped cream and garnished with a thin wafer.
1½ cups Milk
⅓ cup Water
1 heaping tsp. Instant coffee
½ tsp. Sugar
2 Thin wafers
Whipping cream
Nutmeg or cinnamon
Add ingredients to the Hot Drink Maker and press the “ON” switch. Wait for the Hot
Drink Maker to automatically shut off. Dispense the drink into a mug. Top with
whipped cream and sprinkle ground nutmeg or cinnamon on top. Add almond, rum,
brandy, mint, or vanilla extract, if desired. Garnish with a thin wafer. Serves 2.
MOCHACCINO
Substitute the milk in a cappuccino with chocolate milk and voila…mochaccino!
1½ cups Milk
2½ tbsp.
⅓ cup Water
1 heaping tsp. Instant coffee
Whipping cream
Add ingredients to the Hot Drink Maker and press the “ON” switch. Wait for the Hot
Drink Maker to automatically shut off. Dispense the drink into a mug. Top with
whipped cream and sweetened chocolate powder or chocolate shavings, if desired.
Serves 2.
Chocolate syrup (or 1 tbsp.
unsweetened cocoa powder and 2 tbsp.
sugar)
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CAFFÈ LATTE
Also known simply as a latte, the Caffè Latte is the most popular espresso drink in
cafés and coffeehouses everywhere.
2 cups Milk
⅓ cup Water
1 heaping tsp. Instant coffee
½ tsp. Sugar
Add ingredients to the Hot Drink Maker and press the “ON” switch. Wait for the Hot
Drink Maker to automatically shut off. Dispense the drink into a mug. Sprinkle
ground nutmeg, cinnamon, or sweetened chocolate powder on top. You may also
add 1 to 1½ tbsp. of vanilla, mint, hazelnut, caramel, Irish cream butterscotch, or
almond syrup to taste. Serves 2.
MOCHA LATTE
A Caffè Latte made with steamed chocolate milk.
2 cups Milk
3 tbsp.
⅓ cup Water
Whipping cream
Add ingredients to the Hot Drink Maker and press the “ON” switch. Wait for the Hot
Drink Maker to automatically shut off. Dispense the drink into a mug. Top with
whipping cream and sweetened chocolate powder or chocolate shavings, if desired.
Serves 2.
Ground cinnamon, nutmeg, or chocolate
powder (optional)
Chocolate syrup (or 1 tbsp. cocoa
powder and 2 tbsp. sugar)
Grated chocolate shavings or chocolate
powder (optional).
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HOT CHOCOLATE
BASIC COCOA
No matter how much you love instant hot chocolate there is no comparison with the
rich, chocolate flavor in homemade hot chocolate. Enjoy this easy recipe with the
entire family, or use this recipe as a starting point for inventing your own favorite hot
cocoa recipe.
2 cups Milk
5 tsp. Unsweetened cocoa powder**
¼ cup Sugar
1 tsp. Vanilla
Add ingredients to the Hot Drink Maker and press the “ON” switch. Wait for the Hot
Drink Maker to automatically shut off. Dispense the drink into a mug. For flavored
hot cocoa try adding 1 to 1½ tbsp vanilla, mint, caramel, butterscotch, almond,
raspberry, strawberry, or orange syrup to taste. Serves 2. **You may substitute
sugar and cocoa powder with 4 tbsp. of chocolate syrup.
CREAMY COCOA
This creamy cocoa recipe is easy to make and should be shared with friends and
family in front of a fire on a cold winter evening.
2 heaping tbsp. Unsweetened cocoa powder**
2 tsp. Sugar**
¼ cup Half-and-half
2 cups Milk
Whipping cream
Add ingredients to the Hot Drink Maker and press the “ON” switch. Wait for the Hot
Drink Maker to automatically shut off. Dispense the drink into a mug. Top with
whipping cream and sweetened chocolate powder or chocolate shavings, if desired.
Serves 2. **You may substitute sugar and cocoa powder with 5 tbsp. of chocolate
syrup.
Chocolate powder or chocolate shavings
(optional)
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CHOCOLATE MINT
This combination of rich chocolate and cool mint brings together two unique flavors
into one delicious drink.
2 heaping tbsp. Unsweetened cocoa powder**
4 tsp. Sugar**
2 cups Milk
3 tbsp. Mint syrup or crème de menthe
Whipping cream
Add ingredients to the Hot Drink Maker and press the “ON” switch. Wait for the Hot
Drink Maker to automatically shut off. Dispense the drink into a mug. Top with
whipping cream. Serves 2. **You may substitute sugar and cocoa powder with 4
tbsp. of chocolate syrup.
HONEY COCOA
A delicious hot cocoa drink with the taste of sweet honey.
2 heaping tbsp. Unsweetened cocoa powder
2 cups Milk
2 tbsp. Honey
¼ tsp. Ground cinnamon
Add ingredients to the Hot Drink Maker and press the “ON” switch. Wait for the Hot
Drink Maker to automatically shut off. Dispense the drink into a mug. Serves 2
IRISH CHOCOLATE
Sweet and smooth Irish cream and rich creamy hot cocoa.
¼ cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
¼ cup Sugar**
1¾ cup Milk
¼ cup Heavy cream
¼ cup Alcoholic Irish Cream of choice
Add ingredients to the Hot Drink Maker and press the “ON” switch. Wait for the Hot
Drink Maker to automatically shut off. Dispense the drink into a mug. Serves 2.
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GOURMET COCOA DELUXE
Freshly melted chocolate plus hot steamed milk equals Gourmet Cocoa Deluxe.
3 oz.
1½ cups Milk
½ cup Half-and-half
1 tsp. Vanilla
Add ingredients to the Hot Drink Maker and press the “ON” switch. Wait for the Hot
Drink Maker to automatically shut off. Dispense the drink into a mug. Serves 2
Grated or finely chopped bittersweet
chocolate
MEXICAN HOT COCOA
During the Spanish conquest of Mexico, Cortez discovered that the ancient Aztecs
were combining cocoa with sugar cane and a variety of spices such as cinnamon
and vanilla to make a hot drink called ‘chocolatl.’ Although this version may be
slightly different than the ancient Aztec recipe, this exotic combination of tastes
arouses the senses within.
2 tbsp. Hot cocoa mix**
2 tbsp. Sugar**
2 cups Milk
1 tsp. Ground cinnamon
1 tsp. Vanilla
Add ingredients to the Hot Drink Maker and press the “ON” switch. Wait for the Hot
Drink Maker to automatically shut off. Dispense the drink into a mug. Serves 2
**You may substitute sugar and cocoa powder with 4 tbsp. of chocolate syrup.
HOT SPICED COCOA
Hot Cocoa with a kick.
2 heaping tbsp. Unsweetened cocoa mix
2 tbsp. Brown sugar
1½ cups Milk
½ cup Half-and-half
½ tsp. Ground cinnamon
¼ tsp. Ground nutmeg
¼ tsp. Ground cloves
Add ingredients to the Hot Drink Maker and press the “ON” switch. Wait for the Hot
Drink Maker to automatically shut off. Dispense the drink into a mug. Serves 2.
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WHITE CHOCOLATE COCOA
White, hot chocolate-this gourmet drink is slightly sweeter and smoother than
traditional dark chocolate drinks.
3 oz. Grated or finely chopped white chocolate
2 cups Milk
½ cup Half-and-half
½ tsp. Vanilla
Add ingredients to the Hot Drink Maker and press the “ON” switch. Wait for the Hot
Drink Maker to automatically shut off. Dispense the drink into a mug. Serves 2.
STEAMED AND FLAVORED MILK
ALMOND MILK STEAMER
Sweet steamed milk with the distinct flavor of almonds.
2 cups Milk
1 tsp. Ground cinnamon
2 tbsp. Amaretto or almond flavored syrup
Add ingredients to the Hot Drink Maker and press the “ON” switch. Wait for the Hot
Drink Maker to automatically shut off. Dispense the drink into a mug. Serves 2.
VERMONT STEAMER
Warm steamed milk with a hint of rich maple syrup.
2 cups Milk
¼ cup Maple syrup
¼ tsp. Butter
Ground cinnamon
Add ingredients to the Hot Drink Maker and press the “ON” switch. Wait for the Hot
Drink Maker to automatically shut off. Dispense the drink into a mug. Sprinkle with
ground cinnamon. Serves 2.
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VANILLA MILK STEAMER
Warming and inviting this creamy, smooth vanilla drink is a favorite of kids and adults
alike.
2 cups Milk
1¼ tbsp. Vanilla
2 tbsp. Sugar
Nutmeg
Add ingredients to the Hot Drink Maker and press the “ON” switch. Wait for the Hot
Drink Maker to automatically shut off. Dispense the drink into a mug. Sprinkle with
ground nutmeg. Serves 2.
SPICY MILK STEAMER
This combination of hot milk and spices makes for a surprisingly ‘cool’ drink.
2 cups Milk
2 tbsp. Brown sugar
¼ tsp. Ground cinnamon
¼ tsp. Ground nutmeg
¼ tsp. Ground cloves
Add ingredients to the Hot Drink Maker and press the “ON” switch. Wait for the Hot
Drink Maker to automatically shut off. Dispense the drink into a mug. Top with
whipped cream, if desired. Serves 2.
BUTTERSCOTCH CREAMER STEAMER
Make your own creamy butterscotch steamer from scratch.
2 cups Milk
1 tbsp. Butter
2½ tbsp. Brown sugar
Add ingredients to the Hot Drink Maker and press the “ON” switch. Wait for the Hot
Drink Maker to automatically shut off. Dispense the drink into a mug. Top with
whipped cream, if desired. Serves 2.
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DREAMER STEAMER
If you can dream it, you can steam it! Be creative, and have fun – the possibilities
are nearly endless.
2 cups Milk
2 tbsp. Flavored syrup
Add milk with vanilla, mint, hazelnut, caramel, Irish cream, almond, raspberry,
strawberry, or any other flavored syrup to the Hot Drink Maker and press the “ON”
switch. Wait for the Hot Drink Maker to automatically shut off. Dispense the drink
into a mug. Top with whipped cream, if desired. Serves 2.
HOT WASSAILS, PUNCHES, AND CIDERS
HOT WASSAIL
Wassailing is an ancient tradition practiced for many centuries. The word “wassail”
is derived from the Anglo-Saxon phrase waes hael, which means “good health.”
Over the centuries many traditions have developed around the custom of drinking
wassail. Today drinking wassail and singing carols has developed into a holiday
tradition. We hope you will enjoy our favorite wassail recipe!
2 cups Apple juice
1 cup Orange juice
1 cup Cranberry juice cocktail
3 tbsp. Lemon juice
¼ tsp. Ground cinnamon
¼ tsp. Ground ginger
⅛ tsp. Ground nutmeg
⅛ tsp. Ground cloves
Add ingredients to the Hot Drink Maker and press the “ON” switch. Wait for the Hot
Drink Maker to automatically shut off. Dispense the drink into a mug. Serves 4.
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SPICED FRUIT PUNCH
A holiday classic!
½ cup Water
2 cups Cranberry juice
½ cup Pineapple juice
1 cup Grapefruit juice
¼ tsp. Ground cloves
¼ tsp. Ground coriander seed
½ tsp. Ground cinnamon
Add ingredients to the Hot Drink Maker and press the “ON” switch. Wait for the Hot
Drink Maker to automatically shut off. Dispense the drink into a mug. Serves 4.
APPLE-LEMON PUNCH
Packed with vitamin C, this hot drink will warm you up any time, inside and out.
1½ cups Water
2 cups Apple juice
½ cup Lemon juice
2 tbsp. Brown sugar
4 Whole cloves
4 Lemon slices
Add water, apple juice, lemon juice, and sugar to the Hot Drink Maker and press the
“ON” switch. Wait for the Hot Drink Maker to automatically shut off. Stud each
lemon section with a clove and place one in the bottom of each mug. Dispense the
drink into the mug over the lemon slice. Serves 4.
CREAMY CARAMEL APPLE CIDER
This drink tastes as good as a hot caramel apple and is sure to be a crowd pleaser.
2 cups Apple cider or apple juice
¼ tsp. Cinnamon
4 tbsp. Caramel syrup
Whipping cream
Add apple cider and cinnamon to the Hot Drink Maker and press the “ON” switch.
Wait for the Hot Drink Maker to automatically shut off. Dispense the drink into the
mug. Top with whipping cream and drizzle 2 tbsp. of caramel syrup over the top of
each mug. Serves 2.
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HOT TODDIES AND GROGS
HOT TODDY
Before there were any cold and sinus medications the hot toddy was worldrenowned as the cure for the common head cold. Today, many people still drink hot
toddies to ease aches and pains, and to clear up congested sinuses.
2 tsp. Sugar
2 cups Water
¼ tsp. Lemon juice
2 oz. (¼ cup) Brandy, scotch, bourbon, or whiskey
2 Lemon slices
Add water, sugar, and lemon juice to the Hot Drink Maker and press the “ON” switch.
Wait for the Hot Drink Maker to automatically shut off. Place one lemon slice and
one ounce of liquor in each mug. Dispense the drink into the mug over the lemon
slice and liquor. Add ¼ cup of cranberry juice to the Hot Drink Maker for a Cranberry
Toddy. Serves 2.
HOT BUTTERED RUM
Smooth, rich and satisfying, try adding a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an even
smoother, creamier version. For a non-alcoholic version, simply omit the rum.
2 cups Water
2 tbsp. Butter
3 oz. Rum
2 tsp. Brown sugar
Dash of nutmeg
Dash of cardamom
¼ tsp. Vanilla
2 Cinnamon sticks
2 Lemon slices
Vanilla ice cream (optional)
Add water, butter, sugar, nutmeg, cardamom, and vanilla to the Hot Drink Maker and
press the “ON” switch. Wait for the Hot Drink Maker to automatically shut off. Place
1 lemon slice, 1½ ounces of rum and one scoop of vanilla ice cream (optional) in
each mug. Dispense the drink into the mug over the lemon slice, liquor, and ice
cream. Garnish with one cinnamon stick. Serves 2.
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CLASSIC GROG
Grog differs from a hot toddy in having a lesser proportion of spirits and sweetener.
3 cups Water
2 tsp. Lime or lemon juice
2 oz. Rum
1 tsp. Honey
Add water, lime juice, and honey to the Hot Drink Maker and press the “ON” switch.
Wait for the Hot Drink Maker to automatically shut off. Pour 1 ounce of rum into the
bottom of each mug. Dispense the drink into the mug. Serves 2.
CHAI LATTES & HOT TEAS
SPICED CHAI LATTE
Enjoy the complex taste of exotic spices and tea combined with rich, soothing
steamed milk.
2 cups Milk
¼ cup Water
1 heaping tsp. Instant tea
2 tbsp. Honey
⅛ tsp. Ground cinnamon
⅛ tsp. Ground ginger
⅛ tsp. Ground cloves
Add ingredients to the Hot Drink Maker and press the “ON” switch. Wait for the Hot
Drink Maker to automatically shut off. Dispense the drink into a mug. Serves 2.
VANILLA CHAI LATTE
Indulge your senses and revive your spirit with the warm and inviting taste and
aroma of a Vanilla Chai Latte.
2 cups Milk
¼ cup Water
1 heaping tsp. Instant tea
2 tbsp. Brown sugar
⅛ tsp. Ground cinnamon
⅛ tsp. Ground ginger
1 tsp. Vanilla
Add ingredients to the Hot Drink Maker and press the “ON” switch. Wait for the Hot
Drink Maker to automatically shut off. Dispense the drink into a mug. Serves 2.
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