Leave ghee coffee, Have You ever wake up, make your usual cup of coffee, take a sip, and think…
“Wow. This tastes like my motivation—burnt out and barely there”?
Yeah, same. That was me. Until I met the lovechild of tradition and trendiness: ghee coffee.
Not gonna lie, the first sip felt weird. My brain was like, “Umm, did we just sip soup by accident?”
But then… it grew on me.
It was like my coffee was suddenly velvet. Like a jazz singer in a mug.
I felt full, satisfied, and like I had unlocked some ancient caffeinated wisdom passed down by Himalayan monks.
Table of contents
- Wait—What Even Is Ghee Coffee?
- History of ghee coffee :
- Why Are People Putting Ghee in Their Coffee ?
- Homemade ghee recipe
- How to ghee coffee ?
- Real Talk: When’s the Best Time to Drink It?
- But Seriously… Is This Just Fancy Butter Coffee?
- Side Effects May Include:
- Final Sips
Wait—What Even Is Ghee Coffee?
Okay, imagine this:
Your coffee went to a yoga retreat, did some soul-searching, befriended some Himalayan cows, and came back all creamy, wholesome, and positively glowing.
That’s ghee coffee. It’s literally just coffee blended with a spoonful of ghee, but somehow it feels like it should cost ₹800 and come with a TED Talk.
History of ghee coffee :
To better understand where the idea of ghee coffee came from, let’s take a look at the historical context it sprang out of.
The practice of adding butter to caffeinated beverages may have been around since the 7th century! Yak butter tea originated in Tibet and is still a favorite morning drink in the harsh Himalayan mountains.
Tibetans tout its energy boost from the high caloric content, the many digestive benefits, and the hydrating and skin lubricating bonus that helps keep lips and face from chapping in the extreme cold.
Yak butter tea was brought to the wider world in the 13th century by the Chinese, but it wasn’t until 2009 that coffee entered the mix. Upon trying the famed butter tea, David Asprey was inspired to make his own version with coffee. Soon after, he developed the Bulletproof Diet and with it the now world-famous coffee drink, Bulletproof coffee.
Why Are People Putting Ghee in Their Coffee ?
Because… apparently we like our caffeine with a side of glow-up.
Here’s what happened:
One morning I was doom-scrolling through health food TikTok and saw someone pouring butter into their espresso.
At first I was like: “Is this what rock bottom looks like?”
But they swore it made them focused, energized, and glowy like a Pinterest board in human form.
I tried it. I felt unstoppable.
Like I could do taxes, organize my closet, and climb Everest — all before 10 AM.
Homemade ghee recipe
So what’s the deal?
- Smooth Energy: No jittery high. No midday caffeine crash that hits harder than Monday.
- Brain Power: Ghee = good fats = brain food. It’s like giving your brain a warm hug.
- Good Vibes for Your Gut: Ghee is easier on the tummy than milk or creamer.
- Buttery Bliss: It’s so creamy and satisfying, you might accidentally start swearing off sugar and milk.
How to ghee coffee ?
Here’s the zero-fuss, blender-free method I use on lazy mornings:
You’ll need:
- 1 cup hot brewed coffee (strong, just like your opinions)
- 1 tsp ghee (unsalted, preferably grass-fed because we’re fancy like that)
- Optional: a pinch of cinnamon, a whisper of vanilla, or sea salt for drama
What to do:
- Brew your coffee.
- Plop in your ghee. (It melts like butter at a rom-com finale.)
- Stir or blend until smooth and dreamy.
- Sip and pretend you’re a wellness influencer who also bakes banana bread.
Real Talk: When’s the Best Time to Drink It?
Honestly?
When you:
- Have big dreams and small deadlines
- Need to focus but don’t want to vibrate off the floor
- Want something that feels indulgent but actually does your body good
Bonus points if you pair it with an audiobook and your “I have my life together” playlist.
But Seriously… Is This Just Fancy Butter Coffee?
Kind of.
Bulletproof coffee walked so ghee coffee could glide in like “Namaste, but make it bougie.”
But unlike regular butter, ghee is clarified, meaning the milk solids are removed. So it’s:
- Lactose-friendly (hello, sensitive tummies!)
- Packed with fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K)
- Rich in conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), which science people say helps with inflammation and metabolism
Basically, it’s the difference between butter on toast and butter on toast while journaling in a silk robe.
INTERESTING COFFEE FADS TO LOOK OUT FOR
Vietnamese Coffee: Traditionally prepared from egg yolk, sugar, coffee and condensed milk
Matcha Latte: Made by mixing matcha powder (made from green tea leaves). water/milk, and a sweetener
Citrus Coffee: Prepared by mixing lemon or orange zest or slices, coffee and cinnamon powder
Snapchilled Coffee: When a hot cup of coffee is chilled immediately
Plant-based Coffee: Prepared from non dairy milk like almond, soy, oat or coconut
Turmeric Latte: Made by blending turmeric, milk, sweetener, cinnamon, and coffee
Side Effects May Include:
- Feeling way too proud of your morning routine
- Explaining what ghee is to at least 3 people a week
- Saying things like “I just feel more grounded” unironically
Disadvantages of having ghee coffee
Are there any disadvantages, or bad things about putting ghee in your coffee? Mostly it breaks down into a matter of opinion, but the common downsides people express are:
- Taste/texture: some people just don’t like the flavor or oily texture ghee creates in a hot beverage.
- Added fat: if you are trying to cut out as many excess fats as possible, you may not be willing to compromise on ghee’s high-fat content (even if it does have a lot of good fats).
- Extreme dairy sensitivities: though most people with allergies and intolerances to dairy can handle ghee perfectly well, those with extreme sensitivities to dairy should exercise caution.
Final Sips
Ghee coffee isn’t just a drink. It’s a vibe.
It’s that lowkey ritual that makes you feel like you’re doing something nice for yourself before the chaos begins.
And if anyone gives you a weird look, just take a buttery sip and say,
“You wouldn’t understand. It’s golden magic.”
Have you tried it, tell me your personal thoughts on this ghee coffe in the comments or in the forum, lets have a butter conversation.
