For millions of people all around the world, morning coffee is a much-loved tradition as much as it is an addiction. There’s just something about the smell of freshly-brewed coffee in the morning as the sun comes up and a hot cup in your hands as you look begin your day. Whether it at your kitchen table as you start the day’s work or on your balcony overlooking the ocean. That cup of coffee is the perfect start to your day.
The first incidences of people enjoying coffee appeared in the Middle East in the 15th century. From those early times, coffee became a widely enjoyed tradition around the world. Today, coffee beans mostly grow in warm climates along the equator in South America, the Caribbean, Africa and Asia.
Different cultures have different rituals when it comes to their daily coffee traditions but the main goal is the same across the board; to have a relaxing break with a beloved beverage that provides not only a pleasing taste and smell but also a boost of energy and euphoria. Coffee brings people together and it is a great way to unwind before, during or after a stressful day.
But for one reason or another, many people can’t drink coffee. They may enjoy the taste of coffee but can’t tolerate the caffeine. Others Don’t like the taste of coffee but need the caffeine. Fortunately, for these people, there’s a coffee alternative out there to suit their needs.
Of course, one coffee alternative that delivers a kick of caffeine without the coffee taste is tea. Some teas have more caffeine than others and there are many different flavors of tea. Another way to get a caffeine fix without the taste of coffee is flavored coffee which comes in many varieties including chocolate, hazelnut and mint flavors. Cappuccino and other caffeinated drinks, such as cafe au lait and espresso-based beverages are also popular alternatives.
However, what about people who like the taste of coffee but don’t want the caffeine and other additives? Well, there’s a coffee alternative for those people as well and some of them include:
- Chicory coffee
- Matcha Tea
- Dandelion Root Coffee
Fort those who want a coffee-like beverage in the morning without the caffeine and without the coffee taste, there are these alternatives:
- Lemon Water
- Golden Milk
- Rooibos Tea
- Kombucha
A coffee break doesn’t necessarily have to include actual coffee. There are many beverages that can be substituted for coffee to make that well0earned break just as enjoyable.