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This recipe is my healthy festive holiday spin on the traditional Pumpkin Latte you see at places like Starbucks. The difference is my recipe does not contain added sugars (Starbucks is about 65 grams) and additives that leave you feeling horrible and add to weight gain and low energy. My recipe is an upgraded Bulletproof Coffee recipe with pumpkin and spices that are packed with nutrients like beta-carotene, vitamin A, and antioxidants that help with brain function and boost energy, plus it tastes delicious!

Recipes, Drinks, KETOTorie Borrelli HallNovember 26, 2019bulletpoof, pumpkin spice, coffee, pumpkin, cinnamon, ghee, brain octane Comments

Persimmon Holiday Cocktail

As I was writing my hangover + holiday drinking guides (your signed up to my newsletters, right?) Link is here if not. I thought I should include some healthy drink options that are low sugar and seasonal. This recipe is made with a persimmon syrup and organic Hope vodka. Make sure you always take your activated charcoal when drinking or eat foods that upset your gut.

Recipes, DrinksTorie Borrelli HallNovember 13, 2018holiday, thanksgiving, persimmons, drinks, cocktail

Dairy Free Coffee Cacao Nib Sundae (vegan)

Prep Time: 5 min
Serves: depend if you want to share...

I use New Barn because they care about quality ingredients which unfortunately nowadays is not the case with most companies. They make it with ingredients you would use at home, ones you can pronounce! I was a bit hesitant when trying this out even though I love New Barns almond milk which I have been using for a while now and recommending to my clients. This combo is super easy and is a great base for whatever fun topping you have on hand; hemp seeds, berries, nuts, a chocolate drizzle. Hey, I don't say to eat desserts often but when you do, make sure they aren't going to hurt you and your gut, make it worth it and make it taste delicious.

Peppermint Pomegranate Mules with Ginger

I wanted to make something festive and of course something that tastes delicious and would be fun to make in a punch bowl or just for some family. I found organic pomegranate juice at Trader Joes after fresh pressing it for the event so I would recommend buying that. Has anyone ever tried juicing a fresh pom? Not only is it time-consuming but it is so dang messy, I hope you enjoy and make sure to take you a ctivated charcoal !

Recipes, DrinksTorie Borrelli HallDecember 22, 2017holiday, pomegranate, hope vodka, drink, cocktail, mules, moscow mule, mintComment

Almond Milk Chai Latte

Skip the sugary Starbucks Chai this winter and make your own at home. You will save money plus be sipping on a immunity boosting drink vs a store bought inflammatory version.

Drinks, RecipesTorie Borrelli HallDecember 4, 2017chai, new barn, hot, winter drinks, Turmeric Spiced ChaiComment

Hot Cacao Mate with Maca and Coconut Whipped Cream

This drink is creamy and decadent and made with Guayaki yerba mate which makes it not just any hot cocoa. I loaded it up with coconut milk and spices to increase the absorption of antioxidants and minerals (yes healthy fats help with nutrient absorption).

Drinks, RecipesTorie Borrelli HallNovember 8, 2017Guayaki Yerba Mate, Hot Chocolate, hot cocoa, yerba mate, coconut

How to drink without the hangover

The holidays shouldn’t be a time for guilt or sacrifice. They’re a time for love and celebration! Alcohol can be a vibrant part of this celebration, believe me, I love a good handmade cocktail (see below) and a big glass of (non-toxic) wine, but you have to drink the right stuff…

That is why I recommend and personally LOVE Dry Farm Wines.

Guayaki Mate Kombucha

Since I love experimenting and I love Guayaki Yerba Mate, I decided to try this out, and boy was I surprised with how yummy it turned out. Plus, kombucha is so pricey for what they actually are ingredient wise, it is cheap to make at home!

Drinks, RecipesTorie Borrelli HallOctober 15, 2017yerba mate, guayaki, kombucha, fermented, Guayaki Yerba Mate, mate

Alkalizing Vodka Cocktail

Well, this drink is a spin on the "master cleanse" which is a alkalizing detox drink that I use during the week, in my resets or when I want to get my body back into balance. If you want to check out the non- boozy one here is the recipe.

Drinks, RecipesTorie Borrelli HallSeptember 16, 2017cocktail, drinks, healthy, organic, vodka, Green Hope Comment

Iced Bulletproof Yerba Mate

If you missed my first How-To Brew Yerba Mate video collab I did with Guayaki, then first check out those links because you will need to know how to brew mate. By brewing Yerba Mate properly, you will enhance all the nutritional benefits and get the most from this amazing plant product.

Drinks, RecipesTorie Borrelli HallJuly 27, 2017yerba mate, Guayaki Yerba Mate, mate, greens, iced, BulletproofComment

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