The Piq Journal
Coffee, calm energy and the odd recipe
Honest reads on getting more from your coffee, the science of L-theanine, and drinks worth making at home.
The Afternoon Reset: An Iced Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso
An iced brown sugar shaken espresso with a hint of cinnamon and oat milk. Three minutes, and it gets you over the afternoon line.
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The Salted Honey Latte I Keep Coming Back To
Creamy, gently sweet from the honey, with just enough sea salt to round it out. My favourite slow-morning latte.
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Liquid L-Theanine vs Capsules: Which Is Better for Coffee?
L-theanine comes in capsules, powder and liquid. If you're taking it with coffee, here's how each form compares.
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How to Make Your Morning Coffee Actually Work For You
A few small changes to how and when you drink coffee can make a real difference to the rest of your morning.
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The Best Calm Energy Supplements for Coffee Drinkers
A coffee lover's roundup of supplements that smooth out the ride, from L-theanine to magnesium and ashwagandha.
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Why You Get Anxious After Coffee and What to Do About It
Coffee anxiety is real and really common. Here's the science behind that on-edge feeling, and what actually helps.
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What Is L-Theanine and What Does It Do in Coffee?
L-theanine is the amino acid that makes tea feel calmer than coffee. Here's where it comes from and how it pairs with caffeine in your cup.
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Alternatives to Decaf for People Sensitive to Caffeine
Love coffee but not the racing heart? Why some people are more sensitive to caffeine, and the options that go further than switching to decaf.
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How to Stop Coffee Jitters Without Giving Up Coffee
Coffee jitters come from caffeine stimulating your nervous system. Here's why it happens, and simple ways to keep your coffee without the shaky hands.
Read the postStudy Smarter: Calm Focus for Exam Season
Exam season without the jitters. How to stay focused through study sessions, plus tips for a better routine.
Read the postSteady Energy for Busy Parents
Parents juggle a lot. Here's how caffeine paired with L-theanine can support steadier energy through the day.
Read the postCalm Focus for Busy Workdays: A Guide for Young Professionals
Balancing energy, focus and wellbeing in a busy job. How caffeine plus L-theanine fits into a working day.
Read the postBalanced Energy: Rethinking Your Daily Coffee
Juggling work, study or family? A look at balanced energy, and how L-theanine changes the way coffee feels.
Read the postL-Theanine and Caffeine: The Dream Combo Explained
Why L-theanine and caffeine are called the dream combo, and what the science says about using them together.
Read the postNegative Effects of Caffeine: More Than Just a Buzz
Caffeine is great for alertness, but it can bring headaches, jitters and the dreaded crash. Here's why, and how to find balance.
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