Olive Oil Coffee: What is it?

Have you ever heard of Olive Oil Coffee?

To be clear, it’s not coffee made from olive oil, but hot coffee that has olive oil added to it. Olive oil coffee is a unique and trendy beverage that has gained popularity in recent years as a way to elevate and optimize one’s morning coffee.

In fact, Starbucks just recently announced a line of coffee drinks with Olive Oil that will be sold in their Italy stores, and later to the Unites States. If Starbucks coffee is adding it as one of their new beverages, it must be something special.

What is Olive Oil Coffee?

Olive Oil Coffee is a blend of high-quality coffee and extra-virgin olive oil, which is believed to provide numerous health benefits. Some people have been adding fats to their coffee for quite some time and calling it Bulletproof coffee, but that’s a little different. Bulletproof coffee often uses butter instead of Olive Oil.

Is it good to put olive oil in your coffee?

While a question of whether YOU should add it to your coffee is highly personal and could possibly be run by a medical professional, there are many benefits sited in adding a good high quality olive oil to ones cup of coffee.

The combination of healthy fats and caffeine has been said to boost energy levels and improve mental focus. In addition, olive oil is a source of monounsaturated fats, which have been linked to reduced inflammation and improved heart health.

How to make Olive Oil Coffee?

To make olive oil coffee at home, you start by brewing a cup of high-quality coffee. While the coffee is still hot, you add a good quality extra virgin olive oil. Then, you blend the mixture until it becomes frothy and creamy. Some recipes recommend a tablespoon, while others mention up to 2 tablespoons. You can start with not much olive oil, and see how you like it. I would refrain from using regular olive oil that is a mixed blend of other oils not known for it’s healthy qualities or has been sitting around for too long.

Coffee can be made any way that works for you, but I love making mine in a stainless steel French press. Its a great way to keep your hot coffee hot, without the risk of glass breaking like other coffee pots. I even make Cold Brew at home using just a few ingredients.

What is the best Olive Oil?

There are many different olive oil brands and types on the market. Unfortunately, there’s also a lot of oils out there claiming to be Olive Oil when they truly aren’t. It’s best to go with a high quality olive oil as Howard Schultz of Stabucks and the launch of Oleato drinks at the Starbucks Reserve Roastery.

Olive Oils that have known better taste and quality compared to others are Brightland (A recent Oprah’s favorite Thing), and Kosterina. The combination of olive oil (high quality of course), and coffee should result in a creamy texture and unique flavor. You could also go to your local grocery that sells great quality olive oil and ask for a list of their customer favorites.

In conclusion, olive oil coffee is a unique beverage that’s said to potentially provide sustained energy and mental clarity. While it may take some getting used to, many people find that adding olive oil to their coffee is a delicious and beneficial way to start their day.

Plus, if you’re into DIY, you can make a nice coffee scrub using regular coffee grounds and as little as a couple of teaspoons of olive oil and your favorite essential oil for added fragrance. Such an easy full circle easy way to get healthy skin using your morning brew.