Coffee hacks every coffee lover should know

From how to brew your own coffee right to how to make healthier variations of coffee, here is a low-down on coffee hacks you must know.

By Shikha Kohli

Updated on Apr 29, 2017 | 12:43 AM IST | 2.9M

Do you take pride in that fact that you are a coffee master? Or are you an ardent coffee drinker? Well, it is time to jazz up your daily coffee. Whether you want to make your coffee sweeter, less bitter, or creamier; check out these tips to learn something new and transform your caffeine routine.

Vanilla and Cinnamon

So your dietitian and friends told you "If you want to loose weight! Stop the sugar" Well, there is always a way around. If you want to sweeten your coffee without using actual sugar, then vanilla and cinnamon are your brand-new BFF's. These ingredients trick your brain into thinking you are consuming something sweet since it is associated with certain flavours with sweetness. Try adding a pinch of vanilla extract to your cup of coffee and a small splash of cinnamon to test it out.

Mineral Water

Want creaminess for zero calories? Try mineral water. If you want to add creaminess to your coffee without relying on calorie-heavy creamers, you should try mineral water. Mineral water is rich in calcium, thanks to the lactate component, which gives an illusion of creaminess.

Coconut Milk

If mineral water isn't enough and you want to make your coffee even creamier? Try coconut milk. This affordable ingredient is low in sugar but high in fat, so make sure that you don't use too much of it. The high-fat content comes in handy because it will prevent your coffee from curdling.

Salt

Do you love getting a caffeine buzz? But, hate the bitter taste of black coffee? Rather than adding lots of fattening creamer and sugar to cancel out that bitter flavour, you can use a pinch of salt instead. Right after you brew your coffee, toss in the salt and then prepare your cup as usual.

Coffee Cubes

Nothing is worse than sipping on an iced coffee that tastes diluted, watered down and weak. To enjoy the strong taste from the very start in your iced coffee, try coffee cubes.

Simply brew a pot of coffee, let it cool and pour it into an ice cube tray. The next time you’re craving an iced caffeine fix, use your coffee cubes instead.

Bulletproof coffee

Bulletproof coffee is a new trend of coffee that is meant to help physical and mental development and productivity. By combining quality coffee with butter and coconut oil, you can create a metabolism and energy boosting morning drink.