Coffee Creamers in Coffee

What is the difference between coffee creamer and half-and-half?

Half-and-half is a dairy product made from half milk and half heavy cream. Coffee creamer is typically made from a mix of water, oil, and sugar. Both products can be used to sweetener or enhance your coffee. Half-and-half does not usually contain added sweeteners or flavors,while coffee creamer may come in dozens of flavors, like vanilla, caramel or mocha.

What plant-based coffee creamers are available?

Most coffee creamers do not include any dairy at all, but you will find assorted plant-based products on the market that can be used in place of creamer or half-and-half in your coffee and tea. They're typically made from ingredients like almond milk, oat milk, coconut, and hemp. These products are typically suitable for a vegan diet.

How long is coffee creamer good in the fridge?

Always check your coffee creamer labels for expiration dates and never use a product that is spoiled or rancid, no matter how long it's been in your fridge. As a general rule, dairy-based products that contain milk are good in the fridge for about one to two weeks. Non-dairy products might be good for up to two weeks. Some coffee creamers may be sold unrefrigerated, but once they are opened, they need to be kept in the fridge.