Non-coffee alternatives

The Tickle Momster · 03-02-2019, 05:14 PM

Last fall I gave up coffee & caffeine for health reasons. I started drinking roasted chicory & barley as a substitute. I enjoyed it a lot, however it has gluten and caused different issues. I have since gone back to decaf but have found that it causes b.o.

. I'd love to find another alternative. I just enjoy my hot coffee in the morning.

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Mother of Sons · 03-02-2019, 05:56 PM

Have you ever tried roasted dandelion tea? It’s caffeine free and reminds me of coffee.

The Tickle Momster · 03-02-2019, 05:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Mother of Sons

Have you ever tried roasted dandelion tea? It’s caffeine free and reminds me of coffee.

I have not. Do you have a favorite brand?

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Mother of Sons · 03-02-2019, 07:08 PM

Traditional Medicinals is the one I buy.

heartofjoy · 03-02-2019, 08:59 PM

I like rooibos chai tea as a sub for coffee.

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rosesnsnails · 03-03-2019, 10:03 AM

This is on my list to try. https://www.amazon.com/COFFIG-Ground...71&sr=8-5&th=1

I use this. It does have some caffeine in it, though. "Crio Bru is 99.9% caffeine free with 10-15mg caffeine- about as much as decaf coffee. No. Crio contains a natural stimulant from the cacao bean called theobromine and it is not addictive. Brewed cacao is near to pH Neutral (6.4 - 6.8) and is significantly less acidic than coffee."

https://www.amazon.com/Crio-Bru-Subs...8-2-spons&th=1

Aerynne · 03-03-2019, 10:10 AM

Celestial Seasonings apple cinnamon is my favorite hot drink.

Is pero gluten free?

Maedchen · 03-03-2019, 10:38 AM

My daughter bought me some Apple Cider a month ago and then she heated it up and added just a touch of cinnamon. It was really comforting.

ViolaMum · 03-03-2019, 12:51 PM

Teeccino- it comes in all sorts of different flavors, can be brewed like tea (in bags) or like coffee (grounds in a pot). There are certified GF varieties. It's pretty tasty.

I drink Roma and Pero occasionally, too but I think they are both made from barley.

(Roma is for sure; I just checked. I don't have any Pero in the pantry.)

There's another brand at my local Whole Foods, but I can't remember off hand what it is. It might be GF.

Is chicory gluten-free? Because straight chicory is available on Amazon.

Tea just doesn't do it for me when I want coffee.

Soliloquy · 03-03-2019, 05:35 PM

Are you trying to avoid caffeine?

Oolong tea has an almost coffee flavor. I don't think I've ever seen decaf oolong, though, but I haven't looked for it, either.

Another vote for rooibos!

I drink tons of green and black tea. But I also love chamomile, rooibos, jasmine, and especially tulsi/holy basil.

Beth1231 · 03-03-2019, 08:08 PM

This thread is blasphemy.

But oolong whole leaf tea comes in many flavors and is wonderful with some good honey.

Soliloquy · 03-03-2019, 09:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Beth1231

But oolong whole leaf tea comes in many flavors and is wonderful with some good honey.

Sweetening tea????? Now THAT is blasphemy!

RealLifeMama · 03-03-2019, 09:47 PM

I saw something with maca during the last Ultimate Bundle sale. Morning Motivator maybe?
ETA here it is
https://www.themacateam.com/the-morning-motivator-blend

Beth1231 · 03-04-2019, 11:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Soliloquy

Sweetening tea????? Now THAT is blasphemy!

I walked right into that one!

The Tickle Momster · 03-04-2019, 03:25 PM

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Originally Posted by rosesnsnails

This is on my list to try. https://www.amazon.com/COFFIG-Ground...71&sr=8-5&th=1

I use this. It does have some caffeine in it, though. "Crio Bru is 99.9% caffeine free with 10-15mg caffeine- about as much as decaf coffee. No. Crio contains a natural stimulant from the cacao bean called theobromine and it is not addictive. Brewed cacao is near to pH Neutral (6.4 - 6.8) and is significantly less acidic than coffee."

https://www.amazon.com/Crio-Bru-Subs...8-2-spons&th=1

I will look into it. It sounds good.

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Originally Posted by ViolaMum

Teeccino- it comes in all sorts of different flavors, can be brewed like tea (in bags) or like coffee (grounds in a pot). There are certified GF varieties. It's pretty tasty.

I drink Roma and Pero occasionally, too but I think they are both made from barley.

(Roma is for sure; I just checked. I don't have any Pero in the pantry.)

There's another brand at my local Whole Foods, but I can't remember off hand what it is. It might be GF.

Is chicory gluten-free? Because straight chicory is available on Amazon.

Tea just doesn't do it for me when I want coffee.

There's gf Teecino??? I didn't know that. That is one of the products I used coming off the caffeine. Thank you!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Soliloquy

Are you trying to avoid caffeine?

Oolong tea has an almost coffee flavor. I don't think I've ever seen decaf oolong, though, but I haven't looked for it, either.

Another vote for rooibos!

I drink tons of green and black tea. But I also love chamomile, rooibos, jasmine, and especially tulsi/holy basil.

I am trying to keep my caffeine intake low, now that I don't need it.

I'm not a huge fan of tea for the most part. The best I've found, and it doesn't always do it for me, is decaf Chocolate Hazelnut Black Tea. I think it's from Stash.

03-02-2019, 05:14 PM	#1
The Tickle Momster Rose Garden previously mlrowley Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: NW WA Posts: 17,950	Non-coffee alternatives Last fall I gave up coffee & caffeine for health reasons. I started drinking roasted chicory & barley as a substitute. I enjoyed it a lot, however it has gluten and caused different issues. I have since gone back to decaf but have found that it causes b.o. . I'd love to find another alternative. I just enjoy my hot coffee in the morning. Sent from my LM-Q710(FGN) using Tapatalk __________________ Michelle wife to Tom ('95) Momma to: DD (A) 21 and her DH (YM) 21 DS (T) 19 DD (C) 17 '07 DS (N) 14 Save Save

03-02-2019, 05:56 PM	#2
Mother of Sons Rose Garden My kid shoots laser beams from his hands Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 21,900	Re: Non-coffee alternatives Have you ever tried roasted dandelion tea? It’s caffeine free and reminds me of coffee.

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Mother of Sons Rose Garden My kid shoots laser beams from his hands Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 21,900	Re: Non-coffee alternatives Traditional Medicinals is the one I buy.

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heartofjoy Moderator Assign positive intent Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 9,610	Re: Non-coffee alternatives I like rooibos chai tea as a sub for coffee. Sent from my SM-G930P using Tapatalk __________________ Desiree, mom to 5 sweet blessings, Lacy 24, Jordan 22, Joanna 20, Emma 19, and Ethan 17

03-03-2019, 10:03 AM	#6
rosesnsnails Rose Garden Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 7,632	Re: Non-coffee alternatives This is on my list to try. https://www.amazon.com/COFFIG-Ground...71&sr=8-5&th=1 I use this. It does have some caffeine in it, though. "Crio Bru is 99.9% caffeine free with 10-15mg caffeine- about as much as decaf coffee. No. Crio contains a natural stimulant from the cacao bean called theobromine and it is not addictive. Brewed cacao is near to pH Neutral (6.4 - 6.8) and is significantly less acidic than coffee." https://www.amazon.com/Crio-Bru-Subs...8-2-spons&th=1 __________________ Jen Wife to J since 1994 Mom to J since 1998 Mom to J since 2000 Angel Baby Joshua Aaron 2003 Momma to J since 2009 (born 11 weeks early) Using my favorite smilely as often as I can, Relying on God has to begin all over again every day as if nothing had yet been done-C.S. Lewis-from a letter To Mrs. L.

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Aerynne Rose Garden Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 27,359	Re: Non-coffee alternatives Celestial Seasonings apple cinnamon is my favorite hot drink. Is pero gluten free? __________________ Erin born of water and of the Spirit 4/96 married 5/02 Mama to: 2004 2007 2010 2012 2017 2019 Jan 2, 2024 And many I hope to hold in heaven one day

03-03-2019, 10:38 AM	#8
Maedchen Rose Trellis Join Date: Feb 2012 Posts: 2,482	Re: Non-coffee alternatives My daughter bought me some Apple Cider a month ago and then she heated it up and added just a touch of cinnamon. It was really comforting.

03-03-2019, 12:51 PM	#9
ViolaMum Rose Garden Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 5,542	Re: Non-coffee alternatives Teeccino- it comes in all sorts of different flavors, can be brewed like tea (in bags) or like coffee (grounds in a pot). There are certified GF varieties. It's pretty tasty. I drink Roma and Pero occasionally, too but I think they are both made from barley. (Roma is for sure; I just checked. I don't have any Pero in the pantry.) There's another brand at my local Whole Foods, but I can't remember off hand what it is. It might be GF. Is chicory gluten-free? Because straight chicory is available on Amazon. Tea just doesn't do it for me when I want coffee. __________________ Darcy married to my Photographic Genius (1/00) Mom to: Prima, Secunda, Tertia, and Quarta Youth and Beauty are fleeting, but the ability to bake a great chocolate cake lasts forever!

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Soliloquy Rose Garden Why climb a mountain? Because it's there! Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Selkirk Mountains Posts: 52,860	Re: Non-coffee alternatives Are you trying to avoid caffeine? Oolong tea has an almost coffee flavor. I don't think I've ever seen decaf oolong, though, but I haven't looked for it, either. Another vote for rooibos! I drink tons of green and black tea. But I also love chamomile, rooibos, jasmine, and especially tulsi/holy basil.

03-03-2019, 08:08 PM	#11
Beth1231 Deactivated Join Date: May 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 14,962	Re: Non-coffee alternatives This thread is blasphemy. But oolong whole leaf tea comes in many flavors and is wonderful with some good honey.

03-03-2019, 09:47 PM	#13
RealLifeMama Rose Garden Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 18,256	Re: Non-coffee alternatives I saw something with maca during the last Ultimate Bundle sale. Morning Motivator maybe? ETA here it is https://www.themacateam.com/the-morning-motivator-blend __________________ A, Mother of Dancing Diva, 21 Boy Wonder 19, Mr. Cool 15, and Ninja 13 Sunshine, 11, and 8 year old Joy Last edited by RealLifeMama; 03-03-2019 at 09:50 PM.

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