When the thermostat starts to creep up, there's no reason to give up your morning coffee: just cool it down for a refreshing treat!

Honey Iced Espresso

Ingredients:

Two shots of espresso (regular coffee will work in a pinch): just make it strong. Use one of the many Fair Trade, organic and shade-grown coffees available. This is a triple whammy that ensures farmers were paid a fair wage, no nasty chemicals are tainting your drink or the environment, and many animals are able to relax in the coffee trees.

1-2 tablespoons of honey to taste. To find some great local honey check out your local farmer's market. And ask if the honey is organic as the problem of disappearing bees doesn't seem to be effecting the organic bee farms though the reason why is still a mystery.

Ice.

2 cups local milk or soy milk (adds a nice hint of nutty flavor).

Brew espresso shots. Put the honey in the hot espresso and stir well to fully dissolve before pouring coffee and honey mixture over ice. Add milk and enjoy a delicious and healthy treat!