Hot afternoons can drain everyone.  If you need a quick, cool drink to lift your spirits, chances are that you have the ingredients right in your refrigerator and cupboard.  Just mix 1 level teaspoon of instant coffee and heaping teaspoon of sugar or Splenda to 8 ounces of milk.  Stir vigorously, and viola!  Enjoy your quick pick-me-up!

Your energy drink is cheaper than a Red Bull or a trip to Starbucks.  Calories?  Anywhere from 192 to 110, depending on the fat content of the milk you use, or if you choose sugar over Splenda.

Sometimes the best things in life are simpler and cheaper!