When it comes to creamer talk, coffee has all the glory, but tea deserves attention. The caffeine content of tea is lower than that of coffee, which is helpful for many people, and has a variety of antioxidant effects. Herbal tea does not even contain caffeine, and has its own health characteristics and flavor. Not to mention, many of us just prefer tea!
The performance of non-dairy creamers in tea is not always the same as in coffee. Tea is often less acidic than coffee, so condensation or separation is not so severe. But it has a more delicate flavor, which means that creamer can easily overwhelm the flavor. So I summarized our recommendations for the best non-dairy creamer in tea. It is based on a sample of creamers who claim to be a tea fanatic for many years, and the evaluation of other tea drinkers.
We will start with the dairy-free creamer that you can buy in the store. But I also have suggestions for healthy and cheap homemade creamers and milk substitutes.
This creamy creamer is immersed in all types of tea like a dream, without stirring, and the taste is relatively neutral, not too strong. Nutpods come in original flavors and a variety of flavors, which can be mixed and matched with various teas. I also like their small size because they don't need much, and the shelf-stable packaging (they are also refrigerated) for easy storage. The classic almond coconut creamer (not oat creamer) is completely unsweetened and has a very creamy consistency. Sweetened Almond Coconut Creamers are still sugar-free, but just a single spray can add a lot of flavor. The latter is not so creamy and very sweet, but it does have a seamless taste.
For more than a decade, tea (and coffee) drinkers across the country have been loyal to Trader Joe's soy creamer. When it was discontinued, most people switched to Silk and were still quite satisfied. Soy milk has been used in tea for generations, and it is still one of the best creamer options to date.
Many non-dairy creamers have flooded the market, but traditional brands such as Silk continue to impress. Their almond milk creamer adds a rich taste and flavor to the tea, and now there are sugared and unsweetened varieties to choose from. One caveat is that all their creamers are flavored, so you must match the flavor with your tea.
I have tested 25 different types of homemade milk substitutes in tea. Yes, 25! I created these three non-dairy creamers based on the results.
I have outlined this section in a more frequently asked questions format.
Oat milk products are all the rage. However, oat milk creamers usually lack mellowness and tend to have a slightly distinct oat flavor, which usually does not blend with tea. Many coffee drinkers swear by oat milk, and I believe some tea drinkers also like it. But its granular flavor is more suitable for espresso, rather than refined tea.
If you have to try oat creamer, the most popular dairy-free brand is Chobani Oat Creamer. I also think that Elmhurst Oat Creamers is underestimated. They do have a significant flavor, but the company uses hemp cream to add richness.
Barista milk is a slightly creamy milk substitute specially formulated for frothing, frothing and/or latte art. If you like to create a coffee shop experience at home, then these are good choices.
Pacific Foods Barista series is one of the more commonly used series in many cafes. Trendy coffee shops like to use oatmeal barista milk, such as Oatly and Califia Farms, to make the best latte art and micro-foam. Almond varieties are also very popular, with Califia Farms and New Barn receiving the highest ratings.
Most powdered versions are made with coconut milk powder, and they are all fine. But every brand we sampled is difficult to incorporate into tea, and they tend to have a stronger coconut flavor and a slightly greasy taste.
Consistent with the preferred creamers, soy milk and almond milk are the most popular alternatives to tea milk. Soy milk will condense, especially when paired with more acidic black tea. Creamer solves this problem. Almond milk is thinner than its creamer, but its taste still often flows with various types of tea. If you don't hate coconut, the coconut milk in the carton can be soaked in the tea well. But you can also choose a spoonful of coconut cream to get a rich taste.
Similarly, oat milk is very popular and many people claim that its taste is neutral. But again, we found that it has a prominent oatmeal flavor in tea, so it is not our favorite. You might like it! Some people are full of praise for the macadamia nuts and hazelnut milk in coffee, but the taste in tea is sometimes a bit too strong.
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Alisa is the founder of GoDairyFree.org, food editor of Allergic Living magazine, author of the best-selling dairy-free book "Go Dairy Free: Milk Allergy, Lactose Intolerance, and Casein-Free Living Guide and Recipes", as well as new recipes, free to eat Dairy products: basic recipes for your daily meals, snacks and sweets. Alisa is also a professional formula creator and product ambassador in the natural food industry.
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