| Top 5 Coffee Substitutes |
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| People who are trying to reduce their coffee intake have many options. Green tea with roasted rice, called genmaicha, contains a fraction of the caffeine and has a rich, roasted flavor. In addition, herbs, grains, fruit, and nuts can be roasted and brewed, just like coffee. The most popular substitutes are roasted chicory root, dandelion root, and barley. |
| 1) Roastaroma This tea is a blend of roasted barley, roasted chicory root, and roasted carob, with spices cinnamon, allspice, and star anise added for a full-bodied taste. Barley malt adds sweetness.  |
| 2) Genmaicha Genmaicha is green tea with roasted brown rice. It has a nutty, mellow flavor. |
| 3) Teechino Teecchino is made from roasted carob, roasted barley, and roasted chicory. It also contains figs, almonds, and dates for sweetness and a nutty flavor. Different flavors, including vanilla nut, hazelnut, and java. Must be brewed in a coffee maker or expresso machine. Manufacturer's Site |
| 4) Cafix Cafix is a freeze-dried grain drink made from barley and chicory. It is non-acidic and does not contain caffeine. Comes in convenient crystal or powder form. Manufacturer's Site |
| 5) Pero Pero is a coffee substitute from Switzerland. It is made from made from malted barley, chicory, and rye. An instant beverage. Manufacturer's Site |
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