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I've been thinking of 'solving' the creamer issue for myself lately and then I saw Hoffman's video. What do you swear by?

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[–] FartsWithAnAccent@lemmy.world 63 points 1 year ago (14 children)

My gem? Drinking coffee black.

[–] Poggervania@kbin.social 22 points 1 year ago

Black coffee >>>>> anything with sugar and/or creamer

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[–] bioemerl@kbin.social 31 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (6 children)

Heavy whipping cream.

Why?

It lasts forever in the fridge and it isn't hydrogenated oil that will clog your arteries with transfats.

[–] woodnote@lemm.ee 9 points 1 year ago

Heavy whipping cream in coffee is such an indulgent game-changer. I thought, how could it be that different from half-and-half? But it truly is something special.

[–] defaultnamespace@lemmy.world 4 points 1 year ago

Same. Heavy cream crew.

[–] mdwyer@kbin.social 4 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Oh god yes. The heavier the better. I go to the restaurant supply stores so I can get the super-heavy-duty 40% cream. None of that weak-ass 36% water.

[–] mustardman@discuss.tchncs.de 4 points 1 year ago

That's weapons-grade heavy cream.

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[–] ipha@lemmy.world 23 points 1 year ago

I just like a bit of oat milk, though I usually drink lighter roasts black.

[–] Screwthehole@lemmy.world 22 points 1 year ago (3 children)
[–] slackassassin@sh.itjust.works 4 points 1 year ago

Creamy beige.

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[–] HidingCat@kbin.social 17 points 1 year ago

Been using oat milk for some coffees (Oatside is awesome), it's really good.

For local coffee I'm still using Coffeemate, but looking for alternatives that's not condensed milk, which is the traditional choice. Trying to de-Nestle my life as much as possible.

[–] XbSuper@lemmy.world 15 points 1 year ago (1 children)
[–] Mdotaut801@lemmy.world 7 points 1 year ago (1 children)

How do you know someone drinks black coffee? Don’t worry, they’ll tell you.

[–] zammy95@lemmy.world 7 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I mean, you know milk/alternatives are an option too right lol

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[–] kinther@lemmy.world 14 points 1 year ago

I just use oat milk. Most of those creamers have crazy amounts of sugar.

[–] boogetyboo@aussie.zone 13 points 1 year ago (1 children)

makes confused Australian noises into flat white

[–] dandan@kbin.social 6 points 1 year ago (4 children)

Is creamer used in countries that don't regularly have milk in the fridge? I've never heard of anyone using it in Australia, but I've also never seen the need when everyone has milk and sugar readily on hand.

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[–] i11@lemm.ee 11 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Just pure black coffee. Might be healthier for you as well!

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[–] acunasdaddy@lemmy.world 11 points 1 year ago

Any of these with a bunch of flavor and sugar are garbage IMHO. Give me black coffee or something with heavy cream or steamed milk. The rest of that junk just covers up bad coffee flavors and is horribly unhealthy

[–] Pronell@lemmy.world 11 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I prefer simple half-and-half. To me it's sweet enough on its own to cut down the bitterness, no other sugar needed.

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[–] CJByrno@lemmy.world 10 points 1 year ago (4 children)

Is creamer used outside of the US? I'm from Ireland and I've never seen it this side of the Atlantic, although when I worked in the US it was fairly commonly used instead of milk.

[–] ZytaZiouZ@lemmy.world 4 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Ironically my favorite creamer is Irish, although not meant for everyday use.

St. Brendan's Irish Cream (liquor)

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[–] AnUnusualRelic@lemmy.world 4 points 1 year ago

I don't think I've seen any here in Europe either. In the US I've always been convinced it was chalk powder diluted in something unspeakable. But apparently it's just fat and sugar, which makes it a very typical product I suppose.

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[–] rouxdoo@kbin.social 7 points 1 year ago (5 children)

@qwet I came here looking for the freak who said "butter" so I could mash the downvote button but I can't find him. Go ahead and downvote me in his stead because that idea simply deserves it.

[–] qwet@lemmy.world 7 points 1 year ago (1 children)
[–] rouxdoo@kbin.social 8 points 1 year ago

@qwet
Yea! There you are. But you missed the right spice - US Navy guys swear by salt not pepper (obviously, Naval coffee is dredged from the bilge). Thank you for showing your true colors so I can ridicule you ;)

[–] pepperonisalami@lemmy.world 4 points 1 year ago

I tried it once, and never again. It was awful. Haven't even told my SO because this is too shameful to admit

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[–] Lucidlethargy@sh.itjust.works 7 points 1 year ago (3 children)

The answer is Chobani sweet cream for anyone who enjoys creamy sweetness. I use only a tiny bit with milk and espresso for crazy good lattes.

Other creamers, especially sweet ones, gross me out. I've never tried heavy cream, though... I'm kind of afraid that will awaken something in me, and make me quite round as a result.

[–] DealbreakrJones@lemm.ee 5 points 1 year ago

Heavy cream will change your life.

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[–] videogamesandbeer@lemmy.world 6 points 1 year ago

Whatever's on sale that isn't Nestle. Ideally something dairy free. During the holidays though, International Delight has a sugar cookie flavored creamer that is incredible.

[–] JoumanaKayrouz@lemmy.world 6 points 1 year ago (2 children)
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[–] ellesper@lemmy.world 6 points 1 year ago

I used to use Coffee Mate but I've started making my own coffee syrups from scratch using water, sugar, and vanilla bean paste. A splash of syrup + milk beats creamer by a mile.

[–] feedum_sneedson@lemmy.world 6 points 1 year ago
[–] generalEdo@lemmy.fmhy.ml 6 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (3 children)

We started using this dairy-free vanilla almond creamer. I am not sure if the name but can update when home. It is very tasty.

Edit: I am so embarrassed and should have known it was Silk. Oyvey!

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[–] CannedTuna@sh.itjust.works 6 points 1 year ago

For me, I take mine black. Two reasons: 1: I’m lactose intolerant, and 2: I dislike the aftertaste dairy products leave on your tongue.

[–] Gingerlegs@lemm.ee 5 points 1 year ago

International Delight sweet cream 🤤

[–] Thorny_Thicket@sopuli.xyz 5 points 1 year ago

I didn't know these things even existed before seeing this video. I just use milk.

[–] Zeyfert162@lemmy.world 5 points 1 year ago

Califia Farms Vanilla Oat Creamer

Its what got me to switch to Oatly full fat oakmilk.

[–] Gabe@pawb.social 5 points 1 year ago

I personally prefer just coffee and plain whole milk.

[–] kat@lemmy.world 4 points 1 year ago

Coffee Mate pumpkin spice is/was my lifeblood. They made it all year long in 2022, so I was enjoying it through spring and summer. Now, I'm impatiently awaiting fall so I can finally get it back.

[–] nanometer@lemm.ee 4 points 1 year ago

Just wachted this. Always find it entertaining when he does these kinds of videos

[–] RowdyRaider79@lemmy.world 4 points 1 year ago (2 children)

Dunkin Donuts extra extra. Real cream and sugar in one. Super convenient.

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[–] grysbok@lemmy.sdf.org 4 points 1 year ago (3 children)

Almond milk or nonfat powdered milk. I'm a monster.

[–] Centillionaire@kbin.social 5 points 1 year ago

You are not a monster. That’s gourmet, bro! Powdered milk is awesome since it doesn’t dilute your coffee.

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[–] dezmd@lemmy.world 4 points 1 year ago

Cinnamon Toast Crunch Coffeemate.

Just a little bit (or a lot, you do you), supplement with unsweet coffeemate or half and half to preference of cream vs sweet vs strong coffee.

You're welcome.

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