How to Flavor Coffee Naturally

With all of the fancy coffee places on every corner, coffee consumption has been on the rise. Anyone who is accustomed to paying $4 for a cup of java can tell you that all those cups can add up. Because of the influx of coffee consumption, there are dozens of flavors of coffee and creamers. If you are as indecisive as me, here are some tips on how to flavor your coffee naturally at home.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Natural ingredients like cocoa, vanilla beans and cinnamon sticks
• Extracts like almond, lemon or anise
• Coffee

1. Purchase a fresh bag of regular or decaf coffee. There are dozens of brewers so find a company that you like. You can even sign up for home delivery through various corporations if you don’t want to make the trip to the store yourself.
2. Stock your cupboards with natural items like cinnamon sticks, vanilla beans and cocoa. You can even use coconut, almond extract, lemon extract or anise for variety.
3. Measure your coffee out like you normally would and depending on your mood, add a natural ingredient right to the grounds. Usually, I spoon a little cocoa, pour a little vanilla extract and put a dash of cinnamon in the mixture.
4. Add extra flavor to your brewed batch if it isn’t strong enough. Beware; a little goes a long way. Pure cinnamon, cocoa and vanilla are very strong.
5. Use nonfat milk or soymilk to add more flavor or cut the bite of coffee.
6. Be adventurous. I’ve seen people put clippings of rosemary or lavender in their blends. Grind up some nuts to mix with your grounds for a nutty flavor or sprinkle in dried orange or lemon rind for a little zest. Add a few mint leaves and cocoa powder for a holiday blend that is delicious.
7. Opt for creamers or flavored syrups. If you want an extra kick and don’t mind the added sugar or calories, find a creamer or flavored syrup you like. You can choose from a variety of sugar free and fat free varieties.