A Caffeine Free 4th of July
Who doesn’t love the 4th of July? Family, friends, warm weather, and good food - what else is there? For those of us with a caffeine allergy (or any type of food allergy), any large gathering can be a little stressful. Who knew that lemon-lime cake was made with caffeine-loaded Mountain Dew or those oatmeal cookies had chocolate chips instead of raisins? Here are some great caffeine-alternative ideas to make the holiday a little more festive…and caffeine-free.
Cold Drinks
Summertime is made for tall cold glasses of lemonade, iced tea, and iced coffee! Why not mixed up a batch of each ahead of time and put them in a beautiful dispenser? This one holds 2.5 gallons and doesn’t drip. It’s currently on sale for only $17.66 so grab a few quick!
For loose leaf teas, check out a festive Fireberry Cranberry Hibiscus Rooibos Tea or the Blueberry Hibiscus Herbal Tea, both naturally caffeine free. This teapot with an infuser makes to easier to brew larger batches.
If you prefer the convenience of quart-size tea bags, check out this colorful and delicious 2-pack: Sangria Hibiscus Iced Tea and Blueberry Lavender Iced Tea. Their vibrant colors are perfect for a summer holiday gathering.
For an absolutely delicious and smooth iced coffee that no one will care about is caffeine-free, try out this chicory coffee alternative, Teecchino Vanilla Nut, a ground herbal coffee that’s both naturally caffeine-free & acid-free.
Hot Drinks
Depending on the weather or how late your festivities go, you may need to have some hot drinks available. What’s better than having some caffeine free alternatives on hand?
Loose leaf teas allow you to make larger batches more quickly. Try some of these fabulous flavor combinations: Lavender Chamomile Mint or Maui Mango Pineapple Herbal Tea.
Want to offer your guest a variety to choose from? This variety pack is sure to have everyone’s favorite.
For a perfect after-dinner caffeine free hot drink, try this smooth caramel coffee alternative.
Home Baked Goods
One of the best parts of 4th of July gatherings is the desserts: fun cupcakes with flags, multi-layered red, white and blue trifles, festive cookies, and other creative sweets. Chocolate does not need to be off the table since carob is a great alternative. Try these carob chips or carob powder as a chocolate substitute and no one will know the difference! Even better, whip up a batch of caffeine-free brownies with this easy fudgy mix.
Hostess Gifts
Visiting others this year? Here are some great caffeine-free hostess gift ideas to bring with you!
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