O Celebrate Ramadan and Hari Raya with Starbucks VIA ready brew
STARTING the day with a good cup of coffee has been a ritual for many, mainly to help them get through the day. But what happens during Ramadan? Must Muslims completely go without coffee in the morning? The answer is a simple, no. Here are some pro tips from Starbucks Malaysia for you to continue enjoying coffee throughout the holy month.
1. Sahur (Pre-dawn Meal)
As we rush to prepare and observe Sahur, we are always looking for the most efficient option to get us started for the day, and Starbucks VIA Ready Brew is the way to go. It is by far the quickest way to enjoy a good cup of coffee in the morning. To stay awake and energetic, try the balanced and nutty Starbucks VIA Colombia or the roasty and caramelly sweet Starbucks VIAItalian Roast.
As coffee is known to stimulate gastric acid in our stomach, taking too much caffeine may bring discomfort and affect our daily activities. One of the best ways to avoid an upset stomach during fasting is to consume your coffee with milk. Try substituting your normal milk with plant-based milk as it aids in easy digestion and gives a boost of flavour without irritating your stomach lining.
2. Iftar (Break-fast Meal)
Living in a tropical climate, fasting in Malaysia can be more challenging due to the heat. Try quenching your thirst with a cold cup of citrusy and caramelly smooth Starbucks VIA Iced Coffee. Easy, fast and convenient, the Starbucks VIA Iced Coffee will leave you refreshed and restores energy for your postiftar activities. You may even pair it with your favourite juice, such as orange or cranberry to add a little twist.
If you are planning to stay up a little later than usual, or even indulge in a quick nightcap, have a taste of the Starbucks VIA Vanilla Latte or the Starbucks VIA Caramel Latte. Both offer warm, smoky, and soothing flavours that are perfect to wind down after a long day of fasting. However, to avoid sleeplessness, it is vital that you know and understand your caffeine tolerance in the evening.
3. Hari Raya
Jazz up the normal chocolate-based
Raya cookies with the Starbucks VIA
Caffé Mocha. The mixture of chocolate and coffee brings a new flavours to the festivities.
Spoil your loved ones with a serving of a good old affogato, in the form of a scoop of your preferred vanilla ice cream, topped with a concentrated amount of Starbucks VIA Italian Roast. You can even sprinkle some of the dried micro-ground coffee on top for a tiramisu flavoured dessert that will certainly be a show stopper.
Bored of serving the same beverages during the season? Put on your mixologist hat and don’t be afraid to explore the many different unique tastes coffee can offer when mixed with other ingredients.
To start things off, mix your iced orange juice with Starbucks VIA Spring Season Blend 2022. The dark cherry and spice flavours of the blend compliments well with the citrusy flavour of the orange juice.
Starbucks VIA Ready Brew is made with the highest-quality, ethicallysourced Arabica beans. Unlike instant coffee that uses a freeze-drying process, Starbucks VIA utilises micro-ground technology, where freshly-roasted coffee is grounded into ultrafine particles that preserve its character, and essential oils and flavours you won’t find anywhere else.
Starbucks VIA Ready Brew is made by adding hot (or cold) water to a cup, which brews the coffee in an instant. The product is pre-portioned into single-serve packets and will be packaged in boxes of 12 or 3, depending on the flavour.
For a better understanding of your overall caffeine tolerance during Ramadan, consult your physician to avoid any caffeinerelated disruptions or complications. Starbucks Malaysia wishes you a blessed Ramadan!