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It’s happened, we’ve reached the point in the year where “gosh, it’s a bit chilly today” are the first words out of our mouth whenever we step inside. You’ll start to see customers do the obligatory arm rub and shiver and your coat rack will become a useful addition to your interior décor once more.
The season of warm drinks, whipped cream and added extras is here, and we couldn’t be more excited; not in the least because this is the time of year where delightfully sweet sauces really come into their own. They’re rich, gooey and make the perfect addition in or on your seasonal specials.
Whether you’re serving hot or cold drinks a sauce or a sprinkle can take it to the next level and provide a little luxury without making things complicated behind the counter.
There is value in creativity with truly Instagram ready offerings, people are willing to pay a little bit more for a show stopping experience they can share. Customers are being more careful with their cash and carefully considering what they’re spending their money on this season so give them something extra – something they can’t re-create at home.
Elevate a Simple Drink
The easiest way to take your menu from drab to fab is by taking a simple drink, for example a hot chocolate, and finding an easy way to elevate it – add some salted caramel sauce and a sprinkling of Zuma Gold Dust for a decadent Millionaires Hot Chocolate.
You could even serve it in a limited edition takeaway cup or a fancy mug for dine in and set it apart from your regular menu.
Offer Special Blends
Whether its coffee, tea or hot chocolate why not offer seasonal specials like a single origin coffee or a bespoke winter blend that is exclusive to your business so you can charge a little extra.
Here are a few simple, no nonsense recipes you can add to your menu for a fab seasonal special:
Salted Peanut Butter Mocha
• 1 scoop Dark Hot chocolate
• Double espresso
• 2 pumps Peanut Butter syrup
• 1 pump Salted Caramel sauce
• Steamed milk
• Whipped cream
• Dark Chocolate sauce to drizzle
1. Add the syrup, hot chocolate and sauce to a cup with the double espresso
2. Mix to a smooth paste
3. Add steamed milk, stirring as you pour
4. Top with whipped cream and a drizzle of sauce
Double Chocolate Mocha
• 1 pump White Chocolate sauce
• 1 pump Chocolate sauce
• Double espresso
• Steamed milk
1. Mix espresso and sauce to a smooth paste
2. Add steamed milk, stirring as you pour
3. Top with whipped cream and a drizzle of sauce
Salted Apple Strudel Latte
• 2 pumps Toffee Apple syrup
• 1 pump Salted Caramel sauce
• Double Espresso
• Steamed Milk
• Cinnamon
1. Combine sauce, syrup and espresso
2. Top up with steamed milk, stirring as you pour
3. Dust with cinnamon and serve
Zuma Spanish Latte
• 2 pumps White Chocolate sauce
• Double espresso
• Steamed milk
1. Combine espresso and sauce in a cup
2. Top with steamed milk, stirring as you pour
