If you love flavored java but are looking to branch out a bit, this buttered coconut coffee recipe is a delicious and unconventional option. From food blog The Year in Food, the Creamy Coconut Butter Coffee was inspired by the blogger's trip to Dharamsala, India at the foothills of the Himalayas. There, yak butter tea is traditional and serves as the basis for the increasingly popular bulletproof coffee.
Described as a "creamy, fragrant latte, laced with the faintest coconut flavor and a hint of cinnamon or cardamom," the coconut coffee recipe is easy enough to replicate and establish as a part of your own morning routine. You'll need hot brewed coffee, coconut butter, milk (almond, coconut or oat all work well), spices, a blender and a wide-mouthed mason jar.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Buttered Coconut Beverages
- Opportunity to create and market new variations of coconut butter beverages as an alternative to traditional coffee drinks.
- Global Fusion Beverages
- Opportunity to introduce and market globally inspired beverages that incorporate regional ingredients and flavors.
- Morning Ritual Hacks
- Opportunity to develop and market unique and simple DIY beverage recipes for people looking to spice up their morning routine.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Food and Beverage
- Industry can capitalize on the growing interest in alternative coffee drinks by introducing diverse, yet easy-to-make options like buttered coconut coffee.
- Travel and Tourism
- Industry can introduce travelers to traditional, regionally inspired beverages and introduce them to their cafes and shops back home.
- Wellness
- Industry can market alternative coffee drinks that incorporate natural, seemingly wholesome ingredients, while also promoting wellness and mindfulness.
