Whether the day is just beginning with assignments piled high or the night is extending to the wee hours of the morning with an exam approaching, coffee is a great tool to keep college students everywhere going. It's easy to each up spending at coffee shops, but there are some great ways to get that unique taste on a budget! Here are some tips to use what you already, instead of spending a fortune.
1. Homemade Coffee Syrup
Coffee syrup is used at every coffee place, and now, you can make your own to save a little bit! Start by heating 2 cups of water and stirring in two cups of sugar. Once the sugar is dissolved, you can add in vanilla extract, caramel, mashed berries, or any combination you choose to create your own flavor of syrup!
2. Cinnamon
Cinnamon is a great, healthier alternative to sugar when it comes to sweetening your coffee!
3. Homemade Creamer
For fresh creamer, you can add vanilla or almond flavoring into milk! This is healthier than most types of creamer, and it will typically last longer.
4. Coconut Milk
Another healthier alternative to creamer is canned coconut milk!
5. Bitter Coffee
If you add salt to your coffee, it will get rid of the bitter taste by blocking the taste buds that detect it!
6. Baking
You can substitute coffee in for water in cookie or brownie recipes for an unconventional dessert with a kick to it!
7. Caffeine
The caffeine in coffee can make you dehydrated so it’s key to drink a lot of water throughout the day!
8. Timing
Throughout the day, coffee is most effective when it’s working with your body. For more consistent energy levels, the best times to drink coffee are between 9 AM and noon or between 1 PM and 5:30 PM!
With these tips, your coffee will taste like its made by a professional! It's easy to make this happen with things you probably already have hiding in the kitchen. With the right timing and water consumption throughout the day, coffee can be much more effective and you can work to prevent the dreaded afternoon caffeine drop. So, without further ado, cheers!
