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6 Ways to Celebrate National Coffee Day

This article is written by a student writer from the Spoon University at U Conn chapter.

Get ready coffee-lovers, because September 29th is National Coffee Day and you need to prepare. From the moment you wake up until you go to sleep, I am here to give you the ultimate list of ways to celebrate all things coffee! Here are the six items you need ASAP:

1) Organic MedJool Date Syrup (2-pack):

Organic Medjool Date Syrup, www.joolies.com, $22, Shop Now 

This naturally delicious syrup is the perfect way to sweeten your cup. With this 100% organic product, you can have the perfect superfruit treat. Joolies hand-picked dates are a good source of fiber with beneficial magnesium and potassium. This makes it an awesome sugar alternative!

2) Fellow Eddy Steaming Pitcher:

Fellow Eddy Steaming Pitcher, www.fellowproducts.com, $30, Shop Now 

Looking to splurge a little on your favorite drink? This Eddy Steaming Pitcher is nicknamed the barista’s paintbrush for its pouring of precise latte art. In a size of 12oz or 18oz, this $30 pitcher includes a sharp front crease, tapered body, ribbon handle, and is dishwasher safe. Definitely a product worth pouring your money out for.

3) Milk Science &Latte Art- Course & Certification:

Barista Hustle’s Milk Science & Latte Art- Course and Certification, www.baristahustle.com, $99, Shop Now  

If you are looking to get a little bit ~fancier~ on the national day, then this is an activity you should definitely invest in. For $99, the Milk Science & Latte Art- Course & Certification is an online barista/coffee lover training course that takes you from dairy to cup. Not to mention them have 40 videos and 50 lessons. Now that is a detailed learning experience. Throughout the course, you learn everything from how to steam milk to how to pour latte art.

4) Enlightened Cold Brew Coffee Ice Cream: 

Enlightened Cold Brew Coffee Ice Cream, www.eatenlightened.com, $8, Shop Now 

Calling all dessert lovers, this treat just combined your two favorite things: ice cream and cold brew coffee. This high protein, low sugar ice cream is exactly what you need for a snack. Or in my case, a midnight snack. With only 70 calories per servings, Enlightened Cold Brew Coffee Pint is $8 for 1 or $56 for 8 pints. That is ~sweet~ deal.

5) Compartes Donuts & Coffee Milk Chocolate Bar:

Compartes Donut & Coffee Milk Chocolate Bar, www.compartes.com, $10, Shop Now 

I don’t know what’s cooler, the fact that this treat has incorporated donuts AND coffee, or the fact that they made it into a chocolate bar. This best-selling milk chocolate features donuts and coffee grounds from top-rated Los Angeles donut and coffee shops. To top it off, the packaging features a design made from donuts and coffee! This handmade treat is definitely a must-try.

6) Bosari Coffee Seasoning Rub:

Bosari Coffee Seasoning Rub, www.borsarifoods.com, $7, Shop Now 

Who knew that coffee could be a good seasoning? Borsari Coffee Seasoning Rub is a gluten free all natural multi-purpose seasoning for barbecue rubs and sauces. At 3.5 oz for a shaker bottle, the seasoning rub is available on amazon for a pack of one. This balanced seasoning is made with a blend of spices and seasonings including coffee, cocoa, pepper, and aromatic spices. There are so many recipes that it is useful for! I am no spice expert- but that sounds well worth it to me.

If you made it this far, then you are all set to celebrate National Coffee Day in the most exciting way. These items are guaranteed to make the day of anyone who is coffee-obsessed. 

Olivia Bria

U Conn '21

Just a college student that has an obsession with pasta.