Nonalcoholic

Offer chocolate truffles alongside or afterwards, with coffee or Champagne.

Teas are a wonderful way to use seasonal herbs, so experiment with your favorites. The measurements are flexible; depending on the freshness and strength of the herbs, you may need to add or subtract.

These nourishing atoles — fruit-flavored drinks thickened with corn tortilla flour — are served much like hot chocolate. They are warming on cold mornings or evenings.

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

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

If you don't have a molinillo, the traditional hot chocolate frother, use a blender instead.

Here's a rich version of a favorite warm-up.