Beer is an alcoholic beverage believed by many to be the oldest fermented drink. It is made by blending cereal grains like barley or other starchy sources like millet or corn with water and then fermenting the mixture with the use of brewer’s yeast. The fluid is also infused with hops to give it its […]
Mochas are coffee-based drinks that consist of three basic ingredients namely espresso, milk, and chocolate. Traditionally, mochas are flavored with sweetened cocoa powder but commercial versions are now often added with chocolate syrups for quicker preparation. Garnishing such as whipped cream, marshmallows or chocolate chips are common add-ons as well. Mochas are no doubt delectable […]
Lattes are coffee-based beverages consisting of espresso and steamed milk, with variations including milk foam as an added ingredient. In the United States, there are three basic types of lattes namely caffè latte, latte macchiato, and iced caffè latte. Caffè latte is a hot beverage where steamed milk is added to espresso and then topped […]
Blended coffee is just as its name implies, a coffee-based beverage mixed with a variety of ingredients such as whipped cream, milk, and chocolate. This is done not only to enhance the flavor but the texture and appearance of the drink as well. Consumption of this beverage has increased in the past years especially since […]
Instant coffee is a product made by brewing roasted and ground coffee beans, after which the resultant liquid is spray-dried or freeze-dried. This is done to remove the moisture and yield coffee granules that are easily soluble in hot water. While undoubtedly cheaper than other caffeinated beverages like Arabica coffee, it may be best to […]
Various cultures around the world have been drinking regular cow’s milk for centuries. Touted for its significant calcium and protein content, it has even become a widely accepted substitute for breast milk. Regular cow’s milk consumption has been linked to a host of ill health effects and so avoidance of this beverage may be prudent. […]
Soy milk is a type of plant milk made from soy beans that have been thoroughly ground with water. Soy milk’s origin can be traced back to China, where legend says the drink was concocted for medicinal purposes. Traditionally served hot, the early Chinese used to take soy milk as a morning drink. Now popular […]
Soda remains to be the single most significant source of calories in the American diet, with more of this stuff being consumed daily by the average American than any other calorie-dense processed food like regular wheat products and candies. Soda has become so easily and widely available that what once used to be an occasional […]
Flavored waters are commercially manufactured beverages consisting of water, with some brands utilizing soda water as base. These have a range of flavoring agents and sweeteners added in them, and may also be fortified with nutrients or contain electrolytes and energy-boosting caffeine. Marketed as wholesome drinks, commercial flavored waters are not in any way healthier […]
Energy drinks are commercially manufactured beverages that contain a blend of amino acids, vitamins and the most widely consumed stimulant drug caffeine. Other varieties of energy drinks may also contain ginseng root extract or the caffeine-rich guarana extract, which is a fruit native to South America. Sometimes marketed as sports drinks, these beverages have become […]
