Step 1

Bring 3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk, soy milk, rice milk, or cow's milk to a bare simmer in a small pot over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Place 1 teaspoon matcha powder in a heatproof cup. Slowly whisk in 1/4 cup boiling water, then almond milk, tipping cup slightly to help create more foam. Sweeten with agave syrup.

Step 3

Matcha (green tea powder) is available at Japanese markets, inpursuitoftea.com, and hibiki-an.com.

Step 4

An herbal tea that has a savory nutty flavor and aroma.

Step 5

This Civil War-era coffee substitute is making a comeback. Brew it like coffee for an earthy caffeine-free alternative.

Step 6

We know, it sounds boring. But one BA editor swears that a cup of 170-degree water boosts digestion and leaves her feeling recharged. Add lemon if you crave something more.