Acorn Coffee Substitute

Price range: £9.99 through £19.99

Acorn Coffee Substitute is a caffeine-free coffee alternative from Herba Organica. Made from 98.5% roasted acorns and 1.5% natural spices including cardamom, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves. It delivers a rich, dark, nutty taste with a gentle spiced aroma. Completely caffeine-free and vegan-friendly, this traditional roasted acorn drink can be brewed like coffee and enjoyed any time of day.

Description

Acorn Coffee Substitute – 100% Natural Caffeine-Free Roasted Acorn Drink with Warming Spices

What Is Acorn Coffee Substitute?

Acorn Coffee Substitute Herba Organica is a finely ground roasted acorn product with a small addition of traditional warming spices (cardamom, cinnamon, ginger and cloves). It brews into a dark, aromatic drink that has become a popular everyday alternative to regular coffee for thousands of customers across the UK and all over the world. The complete absence of caffeine means you can enjoy it morning, afternoon or late evening without any stimulating effect.

A Drink With Deep European Tradition

This type of drink has a long history in Europe. For centuries, particularly during the 19th and 20th centuries when coffee beans were expensive or in short supply, people collected acorns in autumn, processed them and roasted them at home or in small local roasteries. The result was a surprisingly coffee-like beverage – dark, slightly bitter, with a pleasant roasted-nut character. Our version follows the same traditional method but adds a carefully balanced 1.5 % spice blend that gives the finished drink a gentle, rounded aroma reminiscent of winter markets, yet subtle enough not to overpower the main acorn flavour.

Ingredients & Composition

  • Roasted acorns – 98.5%

  • Cardamom, cinnamon, ginger, cloves – 1.5%

All ingredients are 100% natural, caffeine-free, with no additives, preservatives, colours or flavour enhancers. The blend is also fully suitable for vegan and vegetarian diets.

Why Customers Choose Acorn Coffee Substitute Herba Organica

Familiar Flavour Profile

Many users appreciate that this roasted acorn drink offers a flavour close enough to traditional coffee to satisfy the same daily ritual, yet with a naturally smooth finish and gentle sweetness.

Completely Caffeine-Free

With absolutely no caffeine, this Acorn Coffee UK drink fits well into evening routines, late-night reading sessions, or situations where you simply prefer a roasted drink without stimulation.

Versatile and Easy to Prepare

It works well black, with dairy milk or with plant-based milks such as oat and almond, which complement its nutty character. It fits any common brewing setup: a simple cup and strainer, French press or reusable filter.

How to Prepare Acorn Coffee Drink

General Guidelines

  • Serving: 1–2 teaspoons (4–8 g) per 200–250 ml

  • Water temperature: 90–95°C (just off the boil)

  • Steeping time: 5–12 minutes, depending on preferred strength

Recommended Brewing Methods

  • Simple cup + strainer or tea infuser

  • French press/cafetière

  • Traditional “settle at the bottom” style (drink slowly and leave the last mouthful)

  • Reusable coffee filter or pour-over cone

 

Three Everyday Recipes

1. Classic Black Acorn Coffee – the traditional daily cup

  • Place 2 level teaspoons (about 6 g) of Acorn Coffee directly into a 250 ml cup or mug

  • Pour over 250 ml hot water (95 °C)

  • Stir once, cover with a small plate or lid and leave for 8–10 minutes

  • Either strain through a fine sieve or simply stir again and drink, letting the fine grounds settle at the bottom of the cup

  • The result is a strong, dark brew with clear roasted-acorn flavour and a subtle spicy finish

 

2. Hot Acorn Coffee with Milk – the most popular UK version

  • Brew a stronger base: 2 heaped teaspoons (8 g) of Acorn Coffee in only 150 ml hot water

  • Leave for 10 minutes, then strain or pour carefully into a larger mug

  • Heat 100–120 ml of your preferred milk – oat milk and almond milk are customer favourites because they complement the nutty notes perfectly

  • Pour the hot milk into the brewed acorn coffee and stir

  • Add sweetener if desired (most people use ½–1 teaspoon of sugar, honey or syrup)

  • Many customers say this has completely replaced their morning coffee shop habit

 

3. Iced Acorn Coffee – refreshing cold drink for any time of year

  • Brew a stronger base: 2 heaped teaspoons (8 g) of Acorn Coffee in only 150 ml hot water

  • Leave for 10 minutes, then strain or pour carefully into a larger mug

  • Heat 100–120 ml of your preferred milk – oat milk and almond milk are customer favourites because they complement the nutty notes perfectly

  • Pour the hot milk into the brewed acorn coffee and stir

  • Add sweetener if desired (most people use ½–1 teaspoon of sugar, honey or syrup)

  • Many customers say this has completely replaced their morning coffee shop habit

 

Extra Serving Ideas People Love

  • Stir a teaspoon of Acorn Coffee into porridge or overnight oats in the morning

  • Replace part of the liquid in chocolate cake, brownie or gingerbread recipes for deeper flavour

  • Blend cold Acorn Coffee beverage with banana, peanut butter and plant milk for a quick smoothie

  • Mix it with hot chocolate powder for a caffeine-free mocha in the evening

  • Use as a base for alcohol-free “coffee” cocktails with tonic water and orange

  • Combine with our other natural coffee substitutes (Spelt Coffee Substitute, Jerusalem Artichoke Coffee Substitute, or Hemp Coffee Substitute) to create your own unique house blend – customers love mixing Acorn (nutty & spiced) with Spelt (mild & grainy), Jerusalem Artichoke (slightly sweet & earthy) or Hemp (delicate & herbal) for a personalised caffeine-free coffee experience.

 

How to Store Acorn Coffee Substitute

Store in a cool, dry cupboard away from strong odours. After opening, keep the pouch sealed or transfer the contents to an airtight container.

Important Information

The description and any information provided about this product are for informational purposes only and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease, nor to replace professional medical advice. For official UK guidance on the safe use of herbal products, see the NHS page. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking any medication or have a medical condition, please consult a qualified healthcare professional before use. Keep out of reach of children.

 

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