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Acorn coffee

Acorn coffee
Acorn coffee
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Acorn coffee is a traditional, caffeine-free beverage made from roasted and ground acorns, primarily originating from Korea and parts of North America. It involves a multi-step process of leaching tannins from the acorns before roasting to remove bitterness, resulting in a dark, earthy brew.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

It is a low-calorie, low-fat drink that is a good source of dietary fiber and provides essential minerals like potassium and magnesium. A typical cup contains roughly 30-50 calories, depending on preparation.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories40 kcal
Protein1 g
Carbs8 g
Fat0.5 g
Fiber3 g
Sugar0.5 g
Sodium5 mg
Potassium150 mg
Magnesium25 mg
Manganese0.5 mg
Iron0.3 mg
Phosphorus30 mg
Zinc0.2 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it represents a foraged, sustainable food source with deep roots in Korean traditional medicine (as 'Dotori-kapi'). Nutritionally, it's unique for being a naturally caffeine-free, high-fiber alternative to coffee.

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