In a city that runs on breaking news and Metro fires, mornings matter. I need something bold and grounding, something that meets me with warmth and depth before I meet headlines and honking. For me, that something is Teeccino.
Teeccino offers both herbal coffee and herbal tea—but let’s be clear: I’m here for the herbal coffee. When brewed strong and slowly, either through a French press or drip-style, it fills the kitchen with the kind of aroma that says: ‘You’re awake now.’ Something is beginning.
I gave up caffeine long before I gave up alcohol. Caffeine sent my anxiety into overdrive. Racing thoughts, heart flutters, a kind of restlessness I didn’t want to live with anymore. But I missed the ritual. I missed holding something warm and rich in the morning. Teeccino brought that back without the crash or chaos.
Flavors I’ve Fallen For
French Roast was my gateway: bold, dark, and deeply satisfying. Then came Vanilla Nut. Soft and comforting. Hazelnut is mellow with just the right amount of toastiness. Chocolate Mint feels like a decadent little secret. Almond Amaretto is sweet and nostalgic. But Dandelion? Dandelion is my go-to. Grounding, earthy, and nourishing in a way that feels like it’s doing more than warming my hands.
The Difference is in the Brew
Teeccino’s herbal coffee blends are brewed just like regular coffee—French press, pour-over, drip machine—giving you the full-bodied, roasted experience you’d expect from a cup of joe. The herbal tea bags offer a gentler, quicker option, perfect for when you’re short on time or craving something lighter. But if you’re looking for the full ritual? Go for the coffee-style brew.
All blends are naturally caffeine-free, acid-free, and made with ingredients like roasted chicory root, dandelion, ramón seeds, and carob. Many are also organic and gluten-free. And my nervous system? Calm. Present. No spiraling required.
Final Sip
Teeccino isn’t trying to be coffee. It’s offering something wiser. A rich, grounded start to your day that honors the need for ritual, without asking your body to pay for it later.
If you’re looking for a way to begin your mornings that tastes like intention, Teeccino herbal coffee might be your new favorite companion.
THIRSTY FOR WONDER: Anne Marie Cribben is a passionate recovery coach and spiritual companion based in Washington, DC. As the founder of Thirsty For Wonder, she offers 1:1 coaching, spiritual companionship, and recovery support rooted in compassion and empowerment. Creator of The Wellspring: A Celtic Recovery Journey, Anne Marie blends the Celtic calendar with sobriety, connecting participants to ancient wisdom and nature’s rhythms. A fierce advocate for sobriety as liberation and self-love, Anne Marie challenges the targeted marketing of alcohol to women and promotes authentic, joyful living. Her approach goes beyond addiction recovery, fostering a life of vibrancy and fulfillment.
In her personal life, Anne Marie enjoys baking, cooking, poetry, being a Swiftie, weight lifting, reading, embroidery, and creating mocktails. She treasures time with friends and embraces creativity in all forms.
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