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- Clevr Blends SuperLattes are plant-based versions of coffee shop lattes.
- There are three caffeinated flavors and three herbal ones.
- I tried all six and the chai is my favorite for its spicy and smooth taste.
I had no idea what to expect from Clevr Blends SuperLattes. Oprah loved them, Meghan Markle invested in them, and they're made with mushrooms. Intrigued, but with reservations, I decided to test out all six flavors.
Clevr Blends are made of plant-based ingredients and designed as a healthier alternative to coffee shop drinks. You can read more about their unique mixture here. There are six flavors: rose cocoa, matcha, chai, golden, sleeptime, and coffee. The flavors with the highest caffeine levels are chai, matcha, and coffee, but none of the blends match the caffeine of an 8-ounce cup of coffee.
The drinks are easy and quick to make. Mix a few tablespoons with hot or cold water, stir or whisk vigorously, and you're done. The Starter Kit includes an electric whisk and a three-tablespoon scoop, but you can easily make do without either.
I was impressed by the creaminess of each latte, how well the powders dissolved, and how easy it was to get a layer of foam on top. However, the flavors were not always balanced – the turmeric latte was very sweet while the coffee was far too bitter, and some drinks had an unpleasant aftertaste.
Ingredients
Dubbed "SuperLattes," Clevr Blends are as much wellness products as they are sweet drinks. With a balanced mix of probiotics, plant-based ingredients, and adaptogens, the lattes are intended to give a boost to your mental and physical health. I asked Dr. Jaquel Patterson, a naturopathic physician, to explain the benefits of the ingredients in a SuperLatte.
Entirely plant-based, Clevr blends are made with oat milk and coconut cream instead of milk to achieve a thick and creamy texture. Both nutrient-rich ingredients, oat milk in particular is high in fiber, said Dr. Patterson. Clevr also replaces sugar with monk fruit, a popular sugar substitute whose sweetness comes from antioxidant compounds called mongosides instead of fructose or sucrose. It doesn't affect blood sugar and has zero calories, said Dr. Patterson.
Clevr Blends also include adaptogens, heavy hitters in the plant medicine world. Adaptogens have been studied for hundreds of years, as herbs that proponents believe counteract the physical and mental effects of stress hormones. "The main purpose of an adaptogen is to put your body into better homeostasis, or balance," said Dr. Patterson. Clevr mainly uses reishi, Lion's Mane, and ashwagandha. According to Dr. Patterson, reisihi is used to support the immune system and reduce stress, Lion's mane supports brain cognition, and ashwaganda is associated with balancing mood and anxiety.
Chai
Clevr Chai SuperLatte Shop at Clevr External link Arrow An arrow icon, indicating this redirects the user."I love chai tea, but I have always struggled with the ratio of spicy tea to milk and sugar. Now I don't have to learn, thanks to Clevr's Chai Latte. The balance of spices and sweetness is just right, and the creaminess didn't overpower the heat of the cinnamon and ginger. Plus, with the thin layer of foam on top from the electric whisk, this really felt like a barista-made latte.
Caffeine content: 40 milligrams per 3 tablespoons
Rose Cocoa
Clevr Rose Cocoa SuperLatte Shop at Clevr External link Arrow An arrow icon, indicating this redirects the user."After a sip of the rose cocoa latte, the first word that came to mind was "delightful." Neither the rose nor the chocolate flavors are particularly strong, but I enjoyed the subtlety. The drink is light, a sweet refresher. However, I wouldn't call this a hot chocolate – it reminds me more of a chocolate pu-erh.
Caffeine content: 8 milligrams per 3.5 tablespoons
Golden SuperLatte
Clevr Golden SuperLatte Shop at Clevr External link Arrow An arrow icon, indicating this redirects the user."I like turmeric best when its flavor is punched up by ginger and lemon, so the Clevr turmeric latte didn't have enough of a kick for my personal taste. The Clevr latte is more like golden milk, a subtler flavor meant to soothe instead of stimulate. It isn't too sweet and the delicate use of spices has a warming effect. The drink had no aftertaste, which is always a plus.
Caffeine content: None
Sleeptime
Clevr Sleeptime SuperLatte Shop at Clevr External link Arrow An arrow icon, indicating this redirects the user."While I preferred the initial flavor of this chicory, vanilla, and carob latte to the turmeric one, there was a slight aftertaste that knocked it down a spot. The strong caramel note in the Sleeptime blend feels closer to hot chocolate than the rose cocoa does.
Caffeine content: None
Matcha
Clevr Matcha SuperLatte Shop at Amazon External link Arrow An arrow icon, indicating this redirects the user." Shop at Clevr External link Arrow An arrow icon, indicating this redirects the user."In full disclosure, I don't like matcha, so I am not the best judge for this particular flavor. However, compared to other matchas I've tasted, this latte was well-balanced by the sweetener and creamer. It has a mild, grassy taste, but you could easily add more powder and less water for a stronger matcha flavor.
Caffeine content: 45 milligrams per 3 tablespoons
Coffee
Clevr Coffee SuperLatte Shop at Clevr External link Arrow An arrow icon, indicating this redirects the user."My least favorite was the coffee blend. While the other flavors either completely masked the aftertaste or had enough initial sweetness to overpower it, the bitterness of the coffee didn't do either. Since it doesn't have the full caffeine content of coffee anyway, I think this flavor can be skipped.
Caffeine content: 50 milligrams per 3 tablespoons
Overall impressions
After trying all that Clevr Blends has to offer, I understand the hype. The lattes are creamy without feeling heavy, and the drinks are incredibly easy to prepare. The ratio of powder to water is flexible and adaptable to your personal tastes. I'm not giving up my morning coffee, but the Chai SuperLatte is now one of my go-tos for an afternoon pick-me-up. Though I'm not sure I feel the adaptogen effects yet, I appreciate having an accessible latte that I feel good about drinking.
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