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Something tea-adjacent I've been drinking lately, a caffeinated holly and the only caffeinated plant native to North America. It's related to the Mate and Guayusa hollies from South America.

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[–] Lorchedar@reddthat.com 7 points 1 week ago

This is a roasted one, it's a bit woody and smoky. I'll admit the taste took some getting used to but I enjoy it now. The boost I get from the caffeine content feels nice and not jittery or anxious.