I’m a Wellness-Obsessed Editor Who Doesn’t Love Coffee—The Energy-Boosting Secret I Drink Instead

Just to clarify, I don’t actually hate coffee. In fact, I love the taste of it and the idea of having something delicious to drink every morning, but what I don’t love is how jittery and anxious it makes me or how it messes up my sleep. Don’t get me wrong, I’ll still make myself a (very small) cold brew every now and then, but most days, I now opt for something a little more low-key in the caffeine department. If you have similar issues with coffee, I have a few solid ideas for you on what to try instead.

If you’ve never tried a superfood latte before, this is your official PSA to give it a go. Whether you’re looking for a coffee alternative that still has a similar taste or want to try something different, I’ve compiled a list of my favorites that I’ve found since quitting daily coffee. The world is really your oyster when it comes to creating a latte with various superfoods. You can combine different plant-based ingredients to create something totally new or you can snag a pre-mixed product to make your life easier. Either way, you’ll gain a nice energy boost without the jitters. For a bit of advice on what kinds of superfoods to include in your morning beverage, I asked clinical herbalist, herbal educator, and founder of Anima Mundi, Adriana Ayales. Anima Mundi is my all time favorite herbal apothecary and Ayales had a lot to share. For all her advice and our picks, keep scrolling.

Herbal Ingredients That Are Great Coffee Alternatives