Cold brew coffee is a great soda alternative for those trying to quit the habit, according to a report from the java fans at Coffee Lover. The guide from the custom bean roaster includes brewing recommendations to help soda drinkers make the switch.
We all know we should drink less soda. And many of us start the day with good intentions. But when that mid-afternoon lull hits, the struggle is real.
Many health experts say it's easier to replace bad habits in our routine than to stop them cold turkey. Maybe they're on to something.
The java connoisseurs at Coffee Lover agree - and suggest a glass of refreshing cold brew coffee as an alternative to sugary soda in their guide.
If you'd like to read the full report, click https://coffeelovr.com/cold-brew-coffee-tips-for-the-perfect-flavor
For years, doctors have been telling us that sweetened drinks like soda are a problem. They're the biggest source of added sugar in the American diet, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, with nearly 50 percent of adults drinking at least one sugar-sweetened drink per day. If you cut just one soda per day from your diet, you'd cut more than 1000 calories per week, the CDC says.
Cold brew can be consumed black or using small amounts of sugar because it has a sweeter taste and is less acidic than regular coffee. Both cold brew and regular coffee are made from the same beans, but hot water draws about 70 percent more acid from the beans, and it gets even more bitter as the drink cools. This is why iced coffee requires so much sugar! But the cool water and longer brewing time give cold brew a sweet, creamy flavor.
You can get cold brew at most coffee shops, but unless you order it black, it can still contain large amounts of added sugar. It's also more expensive than regular coffee, since it takes at least 12 hours to steep, according to Coffee Lover. Making the drink at home is the best way to reduce both added sugar and cost.
The guide recommends making cold brew from coarsely ground, dark roast coffee beans. You'll get the best results from equipment specifically designed for cold brew - of course, you can find hacks online, but they usually sacrifice time, effort, and flavor. If you're serious about kicking your soda habit, consider whether inconvenience and poor taste will sabotage your health goals. Having the drink on hand when you're tempted to open a soda is the secret to success.
"There are shortcuts to making cold brew, but if you use them, you won't have authentically cold-brewed coffee,” Coffee Lover says. “It's best to invest in an actual cold-brew system.”
The custom bean roasters at Coffee Lover are passionate about coffee: the curated site provides equipment reviews, recipe suggestions, bean recommendations, and more. The company is on a mission to help you find coffee equipment, beans, and recipes you love.
If you'd like to find recommendations for coffee beans, grinders, and cold brew systems, read the full guide at https://coffeelovr.com
