Choose a base: milk, half-and-half, heavy cream, or a non-dairy milk
Add sweetener: sugar, honey, maple syrup, or condensed milk
Add flavoring: vanilla extract, cocoa powder, cinnamon, or almond extract
Combine the ingredients in a saucepan or blender
Heat gently if using sugar or thicker ingredients, but do not boil
Whisk or blend until smooth
Taste and adjust sweetness or flavor
Pour into a clean, sealed container
Refrigerate and shake before each use