Coffee substitutes?

[NutmegCT]

As coffee prices continue going up (wholesale has doubled since 2020), I wondered if any BCF folk have tried alternatives. Prices for basic foods are getting ridiculous, basics seems to go up 10 to 30% all too often, and my retirement income has increased a whopping 2% a year. Tariffs and tariff threats aren't helping ...

There's no substitute for real coffee, but there are things like Pero, Postum, and others.

Any thoughts? Any acceptable alternatives?

Thanks.
Tom M.

 

[bobhustead]

I'm a lifelong Cuban coffee addict. 2 or 3 coladas a day, but about 2 years ago the morning dose started making me throw up. Took some getting used to, but I use hot tea now.
Bob

 

[NutmegCT]

Bob - thanks for that. I'd never heard of a Cafe' Colada before.

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On my limited coffee budget, sounds like some experimenting is in order.

What tea do you like? I've become a fan of Tetley British Blend.

 

[bobhustead]

Chai spiced without vanilla. And not the milk brewed tea drink common in India.
Bob
Bob