February is the month of love. It’s the red month. It’s the month where feelings are shared and love is spread. Well it’s really the month of boxes of chocolates, Valentine’s Day cards, and going out to eat. I’m sure your honey is thinking about their plans to woo you on the 14th night. But what about you? What are your plans? Even if you’re not with someone, don’t sit at home and wallow in your sorrow! Get out there and have some fun with your best friends. Take another single friend out to dinner so you are both entertained for the evening and the night will pass beautifully. Take your date to a nearby coffee shop, I’m sure they’ll know Torani, and treat them to the best beverage they’ll ever have. Use this recipe to make your favorite person’s favorite flavored drink. They will appreciate your efforts to make the night, and them, feel special.
Torani Brewed Coffee: 1 Tbsp. Torani syrup, 1 cup dark brewed coffee
Instructions: In a glass or mug, add Torani syrup to strong brewed coffee and stir gently.
Does this next recipe sound familiar? It should! It’s practically a Chocolate Turtle! This one is like handing your special someone a big box of those tasty little nougats.
Torani Caramel Almond Turtle: 1 Tbsp. Torani Caramel syrup, 1 Tbsp. Torani Orgeat (Almond) syrup, 3/4 cup milk, 1/4 cup espresso
Instructions: In a small saucepan, gently heat milk and Torani syrup together, whisking until frothy. Pour heated flavored milk into a tall glass and add brewed espresso*. Spoon a thin layer of foamed milk over top of beverage.
*If needed, 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee can be substituted for 1/4 cup brewed espresso.