I love coffee, but unfortunately coffee doesn't love me. A few years ago I realized that my daily cup of coffee was hurting my stomach, making me break out and causing me to feel really anxious.
I slowly transitioned out of my life and my skin and mental health thank me for it. I switched my coffee for tea, but still really I missed the taste. I searched far and wide for the best caffeine-free alternatives to replace my daily mug of joe.
You can enjoy these in the morning, afternoon and evening. No need to kick your coffee habit to sip some new delicious herbal beverages. Enjoy my top caffeine-free coffee alternatives and let me know which one is your favorite!
Rasa Adaptogenic Coffee Alternative
I love the sustainable energy that this beverage gives me. Filled with adaptogenic herbs that help your body deal with stress, this makes the perfect way to start the day. I add 1 tbsp to my french press and steep it for at least 15 minutes. This is the only coffee alternative that actually gives me energy rather than just enjoying it for the flavor.
Flavor: earthy and slightly roasted. I think it states more like a strong roasted tea (which it is) over having a coffee flavor.
Café Capomo
Capomo Maya Nut "Coffee" has the closest taste to coffee that I have ever found. If you are looking for a zero caffeine sip that tastes like coffee this is your best bet. Made from roasted maya nuts or breadfruit this beverage is rich in antioxidants and has a delicious roasted taste! I add 1 tbsp to my french press and steep it for at least 15 minutes. You can also simmer it for 10-40 minutes and then strain out the grounds. I love adding coconut milk to this to make a maya nut latteé.
Flavor: roasted, very similar to coffee.
Dandy Blend
Dandy Blend is a delicious instant herbal coffee alternative made from dandelion root and chicory root. It has a naturally sweetness from the beet powder that is in the herbal blend. It is super easy to make, just mix with hot water and stir. Start with 2 tsp in 8oz hot water and adjust depending how dark you like your "coffee". I really like adding coconut milk to my cup of Dandy Blend for a creamy treat. Dandy Blend also makes a delicious iced beverage! Just add the powder to jar with ice, coconut milk, cinnamon and a squirt of date syrup. Yum! Dandelion root has many healthful qualities including supporting liver function. I also like to add Dandy Blend into my banana ice cream to make it "coffee flavor"
Flavor: roasted, creamy and sweet.
