{"id":98791,"date":"2016-10-15T08:00:37","date_gmt":"2016-10-15T12:00:37","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/?p=98791"},"modified":"2016-12-05T10:13:55","modified_gmt":"2016-12-05T15:13:55","slug":"5-less-basic-alternatives-to-the-psl","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wellness\/5-less-basic-alternatives-to-the-psl\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Less-Basic Alternatives to the PSL"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[tps_header]<\/p>\n<p>I have no patience for this <a title=\"Where to Get a Locally Made PSL in Toronto\" href=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wellness\/where-to-get-a-locally-made-psl-in-toronto\/\" target=\"_blank\">pumpkin spiced latte<\/a> craze anymore. It&#8217;s been YEARS, you guys. If you post a photo of one, then I will unfollow you. If you&#8217;re craving one, then keep that complaint to yourself. If they are what you&#8217;ve been looking forward to the most this season, then I highly suggest that you re-evaluate your priorities and probably your outlook on life, too.<\/p>\n<p>Here are some ways to get the weird pumpkin craving out of your system, without succumbing to ordering that you-know-what at you-know-where:<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Eat a slice of pumpkin pie!<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Smell a pumpkin scented candle!<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Go to a freaking pumpkin patch!<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Inject pumpkin into your veins!<\/p>\n<p>But on a more helpful note, here are five alternatives to your favourite seasonal beverage that&#8217;ll knock your double-layered socks off. You&#8217;re welcome in advance.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re insistent on getting that Starbucks kick: Give an espresso con panna (espresso shot with whipped cream), caramelized honey latte or even the seasonal chile mocha hot chocolate a chance instead. They&#8217;re just as good as the PSL and deserve some love, too. You can always buy dried pumpkin powder in bulk and add it to your coffee at home. Just an FYI.<\/p>\n<p>[\/tps_header]<\/p>\n<p><strong>Matcha latte\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 658px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-captioned=\"\" data-instgrm-version=\"7\">\n<div style=\"padding: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background: #F8F8F8; line-height: 0; margin-top: 40px; padding: 37.8250591017% 0; text-align: center; width: 100%;\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"margin: 8px 0 0 0; padding: 0 4px;\"><a style=\"color: #000; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none; word-wrap: break-word;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BLjHoJRjgOy\/\" target=\"_blank\">Matcha latte bowl x organic chia seed pudding soaked in house-made almond milk. Tag your Friday coffee date! \u00a2 \u00a2 \u00a2 #matcha #matchalatte #onthetable #chiaseedpudding #organic #madeinny #nicaraguancoffee #coffeeflicks #chiaseed #cafeintegral<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\">A photo posted by Caf\u00e9\u00a9 Integral (@cafeintegral) on <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2016-10-14T15:41:39+00:00\">Oct 14, 2016 at 8:41am PDT<\/time><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re slaving for the &#8216;gram, then gram this instead. The rich, green colour is unique and looks great in a photo. Also, can we just take a moment and appreciate all the <a href=\"http:\/\/beautydesk.com\/antioxidant-power-of-matcha\/\" target=\"_blank\">health benefits of matcha<\/a>? It&#8217;s high in antioxidants, magically burns calories away, detoxifies the body and even helps to strengthen your immune system. Pretty sure that PSLs do squat to keep you from catching a cold\u00a6 just saying. TO MAKE: Bring 3\/4 cup unsweetened milk of your choice to a simmer in small pot on stovetop. Boil 1\/4 cup water. Add 1 tsp matcha powder to mug. Slowly pour in boiling water, then the milk. Tip the cup slightly to create foam, sweeten with sugar and enjoy.<!--nextpage--> <strong>Chai apple cider<\/strong><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 658px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-captioned=\"\" data-instgrm-version=\"7\">\n<div style=\"padding: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background: #F8F8F8; line-height: 0; margin-top: 40px; padding: 50.0% 0; text-align: center; width: 100%;\"><\/div>\n<p><a style=\"color: #000; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none; word-wrap: break-word;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/7-5_VnAUzX\/\" target=\"_blank\">Hot Apple Cider Chai is a comforting sip for fall and made a touch sweeter with @sweetnlowbrand. A splash of bourbon takes it over the top. Get the #recipe #ontheblog #donthesitaste #sponsored #cookinginstilettos<\/a> A photo posted by Aly M. Cleary (@cookinginstilettos) on <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2015-09-23T18:18:55+00:00\">Sep 23, 2015 at 11:18am PDT<\/time>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>During a study break on a cold winter day years ago, I was in line at the campus coffee shop trying to decide whether I wanted an apple cider or chai tea. A classmate said Why not both?\u009d and things just haven&#8217;t been the same since. You can modify this combo by switching apple cider to white hot chocolate, or chai to another tea flavour such as mint.<\/p>\n<p>TO MAKE: Boil apple cider, ginger, cinnamon, cardamom, vanilla, maple syrup and anise. Let simmer until fragrant, strain, then serve with a dollop of whipped cream on top.<\/p>\n<p>TO ORDER: Literally ask your barista to put a chai tea bag in a cup of apple cider, then steep for 5 minutes. If your barista doesn&#8217;t understand these simple instructions, walk out and never step foot in said establishment again.<!--nextpage--> <strong>Kahlua hot chocolate\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 658px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-captioned=\"\" data-instgrm-version=\"7\">\n<div style=\"padding: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background: #F8F8F8; line-height: 0; margin-top: 40px; padding: 62.5384615385% 0; text-align: center; width: 100%;\"><\/div>\n<p><a style=\"color: #000; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none; word-wrap: break-word;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BJ3LLQNhsQH\/\" target=\"_blank\">So Cozy, So Boozy, So Perfect! Visit Me https:\/\/thealchemistoffood.blogspot.com\/2016\/09\/kahlua-hot-chocolate.html #TheAlchemistOfFood #KahluaHotChocolate #DoWhatYouLove<\/a> A photo posted by Chef JeNa\u00e9\u00a9 K. Silas (@thealchemistoffood) on <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2016-09-02T17:34:41+00:00\">Sep 2, 2016 at 10:34am PDT<\/time><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>That&#8217;s right, you heard me. Cozy and boozy, the dream team.<\/p>\n<p>TO MAKE: Prepare a cup of hot cocoa with the milk\/creamer of your choice, then add a splash of heaven (aka kahlua liqueur). Throw some marshmallows and caramel drizzle on top, and Hemingway will awake from his grave to give you a round of applause.<!--nextpage--> <strong>Horchata cappuccino\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 658px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-captioned=\"\" data-instgrm-version=\"7\">\n<div style=\"padding: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background: #F8F8F8; line-height: 0; margin-top: 40px; padding: 62.5208681135% 0; text-align: center; width: 100%;\"><\/div>\n<p>\u00a0 <a style=\"color: #000; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none; word-wrap: break-word;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BE2OXrJB3Zl\/\" target=\"_blank\">Truth: my absolute favorite thing at a Mexican restaurant is the HORCHATA. (But it has to be good&#8211;not overly sweet or grainy.) This homemade recipe is just 6 simple ingredients you probably already have on hand and it&#8217;s the real deal! Perfect for Cinco de Mayo! Clickable link to the recipe is in my profile \u00e2\u017e\u00a1\u00ef\u00b8\u008f @tastesbetterfromscratch http:\/\/tastesbetterfromscratch.com\/2016\/04\/horchata.html<\/a> \u00a0 A photo posted by Lauren Allen (@tastesbetterfromscratch) on <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2016-05-01T02:06:23+00:00\">Apr 30, 2016 at 7:06pm PDT<\/time>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>Horchatas are one of my favorite drinks to get here in LA. It&#8217;s a Mexican drink traditionally made with rice milk and cinnamon, usually served on ice. I always get mine with a shot of espresso because that&#8217;s how I like to live my life. Ask your barista to make you a hot cappuccino with rice or almond milk with cinnamon and maple syrup, if they have it on hand.<\/p>\n<p>TO MAKE: Steam 1 cup milk of your choice by letting it simmer (not boil) in saucepan over medium heat. Whip milk with electric mixer until frothy. Brew 2 tbsp worth of ground coffee. Make the cappuccino by combining parts 1\/3 espresso, 1\/3 steamed milk and 1\/3 foam \u201d then horchata-ify it by adding 1 tsp maple syrup and a sprinkle of cinnamon.<!--nextpage--><\/p>\n<p><strong>Vanilla ginger latte<\/strong><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 658px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-captioned=\"\" data-instgrm-version=\"7\">\n<div style=\"padding: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background: #F8F8F8; line-height: 0; margin-top: 40px; padding: 62.4537037037% 0; text-align: center; width: 100%;\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"margin: 8px 0 0 0; padding: 0 4px;\"><a style=\"color: #000; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none; word-wrap: break-word;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BLjN1svjUZ1\/\" target=\"_blank\">Coffee helps me person. Personing is hard without caffeine.\u00e2\u02dc\u2022\u00ef\u00b8\u008f #vanillalatte #vsco #fallfeels #october<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\">A photo posted by Hannah Miller (@_hannahmiller_) on <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2016-10-14T16:35:56+00:00\">Oct 14, 2016 at 9:35am PDT<\/time><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>Vanilla is great, and ginger is great, so what could be greater than combining these two flavours? Follow these easy steps and you&#8217;ll be living the vida latte in no time.<\/p>\n<p>TO MAKE: Bring 1\/4 cup water and 1\/4 cup sugar (or sweetener substitute) to a boil in small sauce pan. Add 2 tsp pure vanilla extract and 1 tsp ground ginger and stir until sticky syrup is achieved. Remove syrup from heat. Brew 2 tbsp worth of coffee and steam 1\/2 cup milk. Pour coffee into mug, then syrup, then milk, then any leftover foam. Drink immediately.<\/p>\n<p><em>[tps_footer]Illustration by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/meganstulberg\/\" target=\"_blank\">Megan Stulberg<\/a>[\/tps_footer]<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[tps_header] I have no patience for this pumpkin spiced latte craze anymore. It&#8217;s been YEARS, you guys. If you post a photo of one, then I will unfollow you. If you&#8217;re craving one, then keep that complaint to yourself. 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