12 Coffee Hacks You Need in Your Life
Get your hack on for National Coffee Day.
There are coffee people, and then there are coffee people. And often, coffee people turn into coffee people given some time. But, I digress. September 29 is a day for all the caffeinated souls to unite and celebrate those lovely, magical beans together and what better way to celebrate than learning new tricks to add to your java belt? Whether you want to make tastier iced coffee, learn how to recycle leftover coffee grounds or find the two-second cure to a bitter brew, you’ve come to the right place.
3 ICED COFFEE HACKS
Are you an iced coffee addict? Watch, and learn.
3 WAYS TO USE COFFEE GROUNDS
Homemade Coffee-Scented Soap
Coffee Grounds Soap Bar
Use your leftover coffee grounds to make homemade coffee-scented soap. In addition to adding a contrast of color, the coffee grounds aid in exfoliation.
Photo by: Flynnside Out Productions
Flynnside Out Productions
Leftover coffee grounds make for delightfully scented homemade soap. The grounds will also provide exfoliation.
Garden Booster
That’s right — your garden can benefit from your coffee habit. Leftover coffee grounds can lower soil pH, fertilize plants, deter pests and feed the worms. Learn more here.
Homemade Face Mask
Use coffee grounds and pumpkin puree to enliven your looks. Our homemade scrub will give your face that I-just-had-a-cup-of-joe glow.
Make This: Coffee + Pumpkin Face Mask
3 WAYS TO STEP UP YOUR COFFEE GAME
Make Your Own Syrups
Coffee Syrups
For that friend who prefers a more flavorful coffee experience, gift them with coffee syrups from your grocery store's coffee aisle. Pour the syrups into oil pourers from a craft store and label the bottles for a more personal touch.
Photo by: Flynnside Out Productions
Flynnside Out Productions
Make your daily coffee a bit more gourmet with homemade syrups. Simply stir two cups of sugar into two cups of water over low heat. Once the sugar dissolves, add in any flavor you’d like. Caramel sauce, vanilla extract, peppermint extract or smashed berries work well. (Be sure to strain out any berry chunks.)
Try an App Designed for Coffee Lovers
Belkin
There are tons of apps out there designed for people just like you. (I’m assuming if you’ve made it this far, you view coffee as liquid gold.) Try one of these 10 options to perfect your java routine.
Add Coffee to Your Smoothie
Rachael Hartley, RD
Are you a smoothie person, too? Combine your morning habits into one delicious concoction with our raspberry coffee smoothie recipe.
3 WAYS TO FIX COFFEE MISHAPS
Bitter Coffee?
Debbie Wolfe
Hey, it happens. Next time you’re left puckering your lips, add a pinch of salt to your cup. Seriously, it works!
Coffee Stains?
You know those beloved coffee mugs that have seen one too many sunrises? The ones with the permanent coffee rings left in the bottom? Great news: they can be salvaged! Simply sprinkle enough baking soda to cover the bottom of your cup, and add a bit of water to create a paste. Grab a brush or a rough sponge, and get to work. Your cup should look as good as new with a little elbow grease.
Too Hot to Handle?
Don’t burn your hands. Make an adorable DIY coffee sleeve with an old sock or flannel shirt, instead.
12 Healthy Make-Ahead Breakfasts for Busy Mornings
See All PhotosEnd the morning frenzies with these tasty, nutritious, make-ahead breakfast recipes created by registered dietitians.
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