Chaga Latte

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Welcome to some afternoon focus & energy minus the effects of caffeine!​

Hate that afternoon slump? Instead of going for the caffeine, try this Chaga Latte.

​Chaga is a mushroom that grows on a tree. It is known to help with focus and energy and is readily available online. You can purchase here through Thrive Market.  

I add some Chaga mushroom powder to some coconut milk (use your favorite milk) with my personal preference of a dash of orange blossom water (you do you), shake in a sealed jar then pour over ice with a dash of cinnamon.

​Orange Blossom Water has been widely used in the Middle East and is made from distilling the blossoms of a bitter orange tree.  It's a beautiful, slightly florally touch to this latte.  You can find Orange Blossom water here if you decide to give it a try, but it is not essential to this latte. 

Easy ingredients for this unique non-coffee latte, and I love that it is so adaptable to your preference.  I find the coconut milk sweet enough on its own the I don't typically need any honey, but it is a nice optional if you so desire.  

The coconut milk also makes sure this beverage is nice and frothy.  Just what I want in my afternoon pick-me-up.

Chaga Latte

Serves 1

8 ounces milk of choice (I love coconut milk for this)
1 teaspoon chaga mushroom powder
1 teaspoon orange blossom water (optional)
1 teaspoon honey or sweetener of choice (optional)
ice
dash of cinnamon to sprinkle over the top (optional)

In a jar with a tight fitting lid, place ice then remaining ingredients except for cinnamon.  Shake vigorously for about 30 seconds until the chaga is dissolved.  
Pour into a serving glass and adorn with a sprinkling of cinnamon.
Enjoy a glass of focus & energy!

My secret weapon for this chaga latte is Orange Blossom water,.  It lends such a unique hint of florally orange.

Jars with tight fitting lids are perfect for this shake & go latte.  Also my go to for mixing vinaigrettes very easily.

Of course a quality chaga (mushroom) powder is in order)