# Chicory Root Coffee Substitutes Chicorycup's Beverages are a Tasty and Nutritional Alternative By Jana Pijak | Published 2020-11-19 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chicory-root References: [chicorycup](https://www.chicorycup.com/) Chicorycup specializes in [instant coffee substitutes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beanless-coffee-powder) that are made with roasted chicory root. "For hundreds of years infusions of chicory have been known and appreciated on different continents as a nutritional and valuable drink as an [alternative to coffee, tea and cocoa](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cocoa-alternative)." The brand's chicory root beverage blends are nourishing, gluten-free, non-GMO and [naturally free from caffeine](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glow-chai-mix), making them a great energy booster for consumers with a caffeine sensitivity. Additionally, the products are high in fiber and are available in three varieties -- Chicorycup, Chicorycup Organic and Chicorycup with Coffee and Magnesium. Each blend is ready in minutes, acting as a fast and convenient alternative to instant coffee beverages while saving consumers money at the same time. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 27% | Activity: 43% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Chicory Root Coffee Alternatives:** Chicory root-based coffee substitutes are gaining popularity as a healthier and cost-effective alternative to traditional instant coffee. - **Non-caffeinated Energy Boosters:** Consumers are increasingly seeking caffeine-free energy-boosting drinks with nutritious ingredients like chicory root. - **Convenient and Nutritious Instant Drinks:** The demand for healthy and easy-to-prepare instant beverages like Chicorycup's chicory root blends is on the rise. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Health and Wellness:** Chicorycup's chicory root blends cater to the growing market of health-conscious consumers seeking nutritious and caffeine-free alternatives. - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can capitalize on the popularity of chicory root-based coffee substitutes, offering a wider selection of this innovative product. - **Retail and Grocery:** Retailers can offer consumers cost-effective and convenient alternatives to traditional instant coffee, like Chicorycup's chicory root beverage blends. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Autoimmune-Friendly Coffee Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coffee-alternatives.md) - [Beanless Coffee Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coffee-free-coffee.md) - [Mesquite-Made Coffee Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caffeinefree-coffee-alternative.md) - [Single-Ingredient Coffee Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/koppie.md) - [Bean-Free Coffee Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beanfree-coffee.md) - [Pumpkin Spice Coffee Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pumpkin-spice-faux-joe.md) - [Gut-Friendly Instant Coffees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freezedried-instant-coffee.md) - [Superfood Coffee Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beyond-brew.md) - [Beanless Cold Brews](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beanless-cold-brew.md)