If dairy milk is a no no for you, your coffee doesn’t have to suffer (unless you like it black and unadulterated, of course). Many nationwide and local coffee shops now offer plenty of dairy-free milk alternatives so you can enjoy a creamy latte or cappuccino just like your dairy-drinking comrades. From soy, rice, and hemp milk to milks made from different nuts (like almonds and cashews), you can find an alternative when you order coffee or make it at home. We compared the flavor profile of common alternatives plus how they stack up in a cup of coffee. For instance, some milk alternatives steam well while others fail when it comes to latte art. Read on to learn more about these kinds of milk before you order or make your next coffee.
