Coffee to many people is an essential part of their morning routine. Not surprisingly, the average coffee drinker in America has 3.2 cups of coffee a day. If that's the average, there are lots of people drinking upwards to 4+ coffees a day (I know my colleague was drinking 8 cups a day and wondered why he had a jittery hand). I'm not saying coffee is bad for you but everything in moderation right?
Top 8 Healthy Coffee Alternatives That Tastes Great
If you're trying to quit coffee or reduce your coffee consumption, we've come up with the Top 8 Healthy Coffee Alternatives you will love (especially No.6 which tastes like coffee!). These are coffee substitutes that you can turn to if you want to quit coffee but still miss the taste and aroma of coffee.
Top 8 Healthy Coffee Alternatives
1.ROOIBOS TEA (FOR LATTES)
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Rooibos (or African red tea which comes from South Africa) is a caffeine-free tea that has a mild sweet & fruity flavor with hints of vanilla and honey.
Did I mention you can even make a deep red latte out of it? It's caffeine free so pregnant women can also drink this as a latte replacement. This isn't your ordinary tea, you heard me! You can prepare it using a coffee machine. Simply put grounded Rooibos in your coffee machine and brew it the same way as coffee grounds and you get a deep red/brown crema. Complete your drink with some frothy milk and you're all set!
This amazing red detox tea contains over 50% more antioxidants than green tea which helps with cleaning up harmful free radicals which can often damage cells, cause inflammation and cause cancer.
If you can't shake your coffee consumption in the afternoon, have a caffeine-free herbal coffee substitute Rooibos latte, it's a warm hug in a cup!
2. CHICORY COFFEE (Closest thing to coffee!)
What if we told you that you could have a drink that has a slight coffee aroma and also helps with detoxing your body?
Chicory coffee has been long enjoyed as a coffee substitute without the caffeine or jitters! If you add a splash of milk to this tea you may find it has some similarities to a cup of coffee. Chicory coffee and dandelion coffee are both caffeine-free so you can enjoy them any time of day (especially when you are trying to limit your coffee intake in the afternoon or evening!).
This delicious coffee alternative called Lattea contains dark roasted chicory, dandelion, burdock root, ginger and barley for a deep robust flavour.
We love that it not only has a delicious taste but also works to cleanse your body of fatty deposits and promotes digestion (stop the bloating!). It's a 2 in 1 so a win-win in our eyes! Get your taste of chicory coffee and dandelion coffee here.
3. BEETROOT LATTE
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Feel like something exotic? You may have seen these red/pink lattes floating around on Instagram. Beetroot lattes are herbal coffee substitutes that are the perfect addition to your morning routine - think Turkish delight (slightly sweet and oh so pretty)! It's caffeine-free so great as a warm drink in the afternoon.
It comes in powder form so you can pop a teaspoon or 2 into a cup with hot frothy milk and you have yourself a Red Beetroot Latte!
4. MATCHA
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Want to get some slow-burn caffeine into your system in the morning? Matcha is your answer. Unlike coffee which gives you the crash soon after, matcha gives a gentle release so you can still feel the energy for a few hours. It's also great for your immunity, has loads of antioxidants, and gives you a boost in metabolism.
It's super simple to use, you can add it to a cup of warm milk, smoothies, cakes etc.
5. MASALA CHAI TEA
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This is one of our favorite herbal coffee teas in winter. A nice spiced cup of masala chai tea gets the body recharged for the morning. There are so many variations these days but you'll find the majority of masala chai teas have ginger, cinnamon, cardamom, and black pepper making them a perfect blend of warmth and spice.
I love brewing mine over the stove with half a cup of black tea with grated ginger, cinnamon stick, few pieces of cardamom, and black pepper followed by half a cup of milk.
If you don't have time to put this together, you can simply pour 1 cup of boiling water over a teaspoon of Spiced Masala Chai Tea followed by a splash of milk with honey. Absolutely divine!
6. CACAO TEA
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If you're looking for a sweet guilt-free beverage that will help you quit coffee and give you a gentle boost in the morning, look no further than Cacao Tea.
The Lattea Mocha tea includes roasted cacao tea with caffeine free herbs to taste like a mocha!
A chocolatey treat that you'll get out of bed for. While it doesn't have caffeine, it has "Theobromine" which is known as the "Bliss Chemical" (just like how chocolate makes you happy!).
Not only is Lattea Mocha high in plant-based magnesium, but it also helps with relaxation and anxiety. You'll need this if you're having a stressful day at work!
Simply brew a cup of Lattea Mocha (1 table spoon cacao husk) and 250ml boiling water for 10 minutes. Add a splash of milk or nut milk and you're done!
7. APPLE CIDER VINEGAR
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Want a drink to solve all your problems? Apple Cider Vinegar is your best friend. I personally love this drink and use it for any day I feel under the weather, bloated, or want to cleanse my body.
Although it's not a milky coffee substitute, hear me out. It's a great start to your morning routine - this drink helps speed up your metabolism and help with digestion, helps regulate blood sugar levels, assists with sore throats and so much more. Once you get off to the right start, you'll find it easier to continue the rest of your day!
8. TURMERIC LATTE
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If you want a slightly earthy, sweet, and savory taste all at the same time, turmeric lattes are for you! This golden milk goodness is caffeine-free so you can enjoy it any time of day.
You'll often find turmeric blends with ginger and cinnamon - all great spices to warm you up on those cold winter days.
It's been long used in ayurvedic medicine however recently become popular in lattes, smoothies, and bone broth soups. The health benefits are endless with anti-inflammatory properties being the most well known.
Ready to reduce your coffee consumption with these healthy coffee alternatives?
Did you enjoy our list of healthy coffee alternatives? As you try to quit coffee, we hope these coffee substitutes can help you through it. Reducing your coffee consumption is certainly not as easy as pie, but going for herbal coffee substitutes will really improve your lifestyle and overall quality of life. You can still enjoy the similar taste and aroma of coffee and even make use of equipment like an espresso or coffee machine to prepare them.
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