Try swapping one coffee for matcha or rooibos when you want a gentler lift....

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Try swapping one coffee for matcha or rooibos when you want a gentler lift. Notice how your afternoons feel, and keep stronger brews earlier. A simple change may help you wind down more easily at bedtime, without giving up the comfort of a warm mug.