Cinnamon

Horchata is a refreshing iced drink served in Mexico. It is made with almonds, raw rice, or melon seeds.

This recipe calls for semisweet chocolate; try a Mexican chocolate such as cinnamon-flavored Ibarra from Guadalajara if you can. If using Ibarra, omit the cinnamon sticks and brown sugar.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less but requires additional unattended time.

This chai recipe—inspired by versions in India—combines black tea, spices, and milk. The savory notes from black pepper and cardamom in this version give it a wonderful aromatic complexity.