Advent Coffee: 24 Days of Brewing Ideas to Count Down to Christmas (Part 1)

December has a way of slowing us down, even when life feels busier than usual. The mornings are colder, the lights feel softer, and coffee becomes more than a routine. It becomes a small ceremony that marks the day. This Advent Coffee journey is meant to bring a little warmth to every morning. Some drinks are perfect for home brewing with your Vevok Chef gear. Others are lovely to pick up from your favorite café on the way to work or during a winter walk. All of them are simple, seasonal, and comforting.

Let's start with the first 12 days!

Day 1: Classic Pour Over to Welcome December

There is something grounding about starting the month with a clean, balanced pour over. The Vevok Chef Pour Over Set and filters bring out clarity and softness in the cup, especially when paired with a medium fine grind from the O20.
If you are rushing out the door, a drip coffee from a coffee shop gives you a similar warm simplicity.

Day 2: Honey Cinnamon Latte

A gentle drink to ease into the season. Warm milk, a spoonful of honey, and a little sprinkle of cinnamon create a cozy, almost nostalgic flavor. Froth the milk in the Vevok Chef pitcher to make it velvety.
Cafés usually offer honey lattes during winter, so this is an easy one to enjoy at home or on the go.

Day 3: Iced Mint Cold Brew

Cold coffee in winter has a surprisingly refreshing charm. Prepare your cold brew in a French press and add a few mint leaves or a touch of mint extract.
Some cafés carry mint flavored cold brews, but this version shines best when homemade.

Day 4: Caramel Cappuccino

This drink tends to involve multiple syrups and textures, so most people will enjoy it more from a coffee shop. The caramel blends better when steamed professionally.
At home, you can make a simple cappuccino with the frothing pitcher and save the caramel version as a small café treat.

Day 5: Apple Pie Pour Over

A playful twist that feels like a December afternoon. Add a thin slice of apple and a little cinnamon to your grounds before brewing. The Pour Over Set and the scale make the flavors gentle and balanced rather than overpowering.
This is not something you will find easily in cafés, so enjoy it as an at home specialty.

Day 6: Espresso Tonic

Bright, crisp and surprisingly refreshing as the weather cools. If you have an espresso machine, pull a double shot and top it with chilled tonic water. If not, you can buy the espresso from a café and assemble the drink at home.
The O20 grinder helps produce a consistent fine grind for espresso or moka pots.

Day 7: Vanilla Mocha

You can prepare a homemade version, but the café one usually tastes smoother thanks to their chocolate sauces and vanilla syrups. It is the kind of drink you enjoy once in a while as a seasonal treat.
For a simpler home version, combine cocoa powder with espresso and finish with frothed milk from the pitcher.

Day 8: Spiced Americano

A comforting and simple drink. Brew an Americano and add a touch of cinnamon or a small piece of star anise. The flavor becomes warm and wintery without being too sweet.
The O20 and the scale make it easy to craft at home, though you can also buy a plain Americano from any café and add the spices yourself.

Day 9: Honey Almond Flat White

The nutty flavor of almond milk paired with a spoon of honey makes a soft and soothing drink. Use the Vevok Chef pitcher to froth the almond milk, which foam differently from dairy.
Most cafés can prepare this combination too, so it works well both at home and when you are out.

Day 10: Peppermint Mocha

This is a classic December drink and many cafés bring it back every year. Their version is usually richer and more indulgent.
At home, try making a lighter one with espresso, cocoa powder, a single drop of mint extract and warm milk.

Day 11: Winter Bloom Pour Over

This is a gentle, floral drink that tastes like a quiet winter morning. Add a pinch of dried rose petals or a tiny amount of rosewater to your pour over. The Vevok Chef Pour Over Set, filters and scale help the flavor stay elegant and not overpowering.
Cafés rarely offer floral coffees in winter, so this one feels special for home brewing days.

Day 12: Maple Latte

Maple brings a natural sweetness and a smooth, woody aroma. Combine it with warm milk and espresso for a drink that feels comforting without being heavy.
If you do not have maple syrup at home, you can grab a plain latte from a café and stir in a little maple later, which works surprisingly well.