For those of you who are pregnant, breast-feeding, or just plain trying to kick the coffee habit, Teeccino is the best alternative I have found! Some of Teeccino’s ingredients include Organic chicory root from India and wild-crafted (herbs harvested in the wild rather than cultivated) ramon nuts from Guatemala. They go above and beyond the ‘Fair Trade’ movement by creating a ‘New Trade’ providing economic opportunities in regions where income is deficient, thus raising the quality of life of rural communities that don’t usually have the opportunity for improvement. Teeccino not only is committed to this ‘new trade’ but they also donate 1% of their sales to non-governmental organizations that develop forest crops and educational workshops in the Maya Biosphere Reserve. Some of this money helps to support the women in Guatemala in making baked goods using the nutrient-rich ramon nuts, and affords better nutrition for poor families and mal-nourished school children.

This very distinctive beverage represents a woman who has over 20 years of experience in the herbal industry, thousands of miles of World travel, and a passion for helping people with caffeine sensitivities find a comfort in their morning routine without sacrificing a hot cup of brew. Teeccino is certified Organic (USDA), caffeine-free herbal coffee alternative that really does taste like your lovely cup of coffee you enjoy each morning, the only difference is that it contains a unique blend of herbs, grain, fruit and nuts! You can drip or brew Teeccino just like you brew coffee. I really loved the Maya Mocha brew with steamed soy milk, it tasted like a nutty toasted version of the Mocha I usually enjoy at my favorite coffee shop!

My favorite flavors are:

Maya Vanilla Nut, Maya Mocha, and Maya Hazelnut

Price: $$$

Vanilla Nut Herbal $12.95 per pound

www.teeccino.com

Eco friendly rating:  4

Sustainability rating:  4