Otzibrew Coffee Alternatives
This starter pack from Otizbrew contains some dark roast Cordyceps and Chicory coffee and some medium roast Dandelion and Burdock Root coffee and is the perfect introduction to non-coffee coffee. Founded in 2017, otzibrew exists to change up your routine with its sustainably crafted beanless brews. Healthline.com says: ‘Chicory root tastes similar to coffee but is caffeine-free and very high in the beneficial fibre inulin, which may aid in digestion and support a healthy gut.’ Explore more.
London Nootropics Adaptogenic Coffee Blends
The people at London Nootropics spent two years perfecting their adaptogenic coffee blends before launching the business in 2020 (an adaptogen being a plant or mushroom known to alleviate stress and contribute to wellbeing). Using the highest quality adaptogen extracts available, they want the good effects of their blends to last throughout the day. They believe their drinks help those with ADHD, caffeine sensitivity and long work shifts as well as those going through menopause. Explore more.
Cheerful Buddha Lion’s Mane Mushroom Coffee Blend
The Lion’s Mane mushroom has been used for thousands of years to support health and enhance brain function. This popular blend also contains organic MCT coconut oil, ashwagandha and cacao. Founded in 2019, Cheerful Buddha aims ‘to make people feel good and improve overall wellbeing’ with thigh-quality ingredients extracted from plants and fungi. Explore more.
Dirtea Matcha Blend
In this special blend, organic Japanese ceremonial-grade matcha combines with mushrooms and adaptogens to create the perfect functional drink to aid energy, focus and skin. Healthline.com says: ‘Matcha tea provides an abundance of beneficial antioxidants in a single serving. Depending on how it’s prepared, it may have more or less caffeine than coffee.’ Explore more.
Balance Coffee
OK, so Balance does sell regular coffee, but it promises to be the healthiest possible (and it sells alternative coffees, too). It all started when founder James Bellis realised what a disproportionate amount of low-quality coffee was being consumed globally, mostly disguised in beautiful packaging. Having spent over a decade working in the heart of the industry, he went back to the beginning to investigate sourcing, testing and roasting. Since April 2020, he and the team have brought ‘a healthier range of coffee products to a growing health-conscious market’. Explore more.
By Becky Ladenburg
July 2023
