When hemp coffee appears on the national market

Given the fact that the various components of technical hemp ( seeds , young shoots, root , leaves and inflorescences) possess therapeutic properties at the level of medicinal mushrooms, “flush” toxins from the body no worse than activated carbon, are a source of essential acids, vitamins and trace elements at the level of microalgae, Peruvian poppy powder or moringa, it is not surprising that tea and coffee companies in our country experiment with various parts of the plant in order to obtain tea or coffee drinks, which will include the various components of the plant. The intensity of this kind of research and experimentation suggests that in the medium term several brands will appear on the national market offering hemp coffee for sale.

The pages of the profile electronic publication of Ukrainian hemp breeders have already described how in Germany they learned how to make “ Hemp coffee ” and in order to keep the customer and surprise with new products in the Baltic States, “ Latvian hemp coffee ” was launched . In addition, attention was focused on the fact that “ A coffee drink with hemp extract appeared on the US market .” Considering the fact that coffee is the third largest drink in the world after water and tea, interest in the creation of hemp coffee in our country is not surprising. In order to provide primary information to companies working in this field, we describe certain trends in the modern coffee market regarding the use of various constituents of hemp in the recipe .

Medicinal mushrooms

“Medicinal coffee varieties” are well known in Asia , in the formulation of which powders from reishi, chaga, cordyceps, blackberry, etc. are added. For example, black birch mushroom (chaga) is a natural anti-inflammatory drug that regulates blood glucose levels and also improves the balance of the human body. Cordyceps gives tone and energy to the body, stimulates natural defense and improves athletic performance , increases the body's ability to resist external negative factors. Lacquered tinder (Reishi) - calms, regulates tension and prevents cardiovascular diseases. Blackberry - helps focus attention, stimulates memory, reduces anxiety and depression, helps with problems associated with brain degeneration. The above plant materials were sold in capsule form until the American brand Four Sigmatic offered to add them in certain quantities to coffee. The success of launching the above “coffee additives” on the market has led the company to expand its assortment. The amount of “mushroom supplement” is precisely dosed so that their taste does not change the taste of the main drink. 

Activated Carbon Coffee

Another new product on the market is "coffee with coal." Activated carbon acts as a natural magnet that flushes toxins, harmful chemicals, pesticides, heavy metals and other dangerous substances from the human body. A number of coffee companies offer coffee containing activated carbon in the recipe for their coffee mixes.

Microalgae

Spirulina or chlorella microalgae powders, which are a source of plant-based Omega-3, are added to coffee. These powdered algae, with a range of nutrients, contain from 50 to 70% protein. They contain essential amino acids that cannot be synthesized by the body, vitamins (A, E, B1, B1, B3, B5, B6, B9, B12 and K) and trace elements (calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, iron, zinc, copper, manganese, potassium).

Peruvian Maki Powder

Small plants that have been grown for centuries in the Andes, whose roots are dried and ground. Peruvian maki powder is rich in calcium and iron, stimulates physical and mental abilities, among other things, it has a warming effect.

Moringa - a food bomb high in essential fatty acids

Moringa in India is called the tree of life. The World Vegetable Center has classified plant leaves as "the richest vegetable in the world in terms of nutrients." The use of various plant components contributes to the normal functioning of the cardiovascular, cerebral, hormonal systems and provide an exceptional supply of trace elements. A source of potassium (three times more than in bananas), iron, vitamin C (seven times more than in orange) and vitamin A (four times more than in carrots).

Hemp coffee

Another trend in the grocery market is hemp coffee. Cannabis seeds are fried and added to 100% arabica. They add a malt and praline flavor to the drink. Cannabis seeds are extremely rich in plant proteins, which are easily absorbed by the human body. They help lower cholesterol, prevent cardiovascular disease, strengthen the immune system and preserve the cell membranes of the nervous system. 

Commentary of the Ukrainian Technical Hemp Association

Considering the fact that various components of industrial hemp ( seeds , young shoots, root , leaves and inflorescences ) have therapeutic properties at the level of medicinal mushrooms, “toxins” from the body no worse than activated carbon, are a source of irreplaceable acids, vitamins and minerals on a level with microalgae, Peruvian maki powder or moringa powder, it is not surprising that tea and coffee companies in our country are experimenting with different parts of the plant in order to obtain tea or coffee drinks, which will include various components of the plant. The intensity of this kind of research and experimentation suggests that in the medium term several brands will appear on the national market offering hemp coffee for sale.