• 5 Popular Hot Beverages from Around the World

    Hot Beverages for Cold Weather From Around the Globe As summer ends and the chilly mornings start, we’re all clutching our coffees a little tighter in the morning. For warmth, energy and little pick me up, hot beverages are often the cure. Whether you’re a tea or coffee lover, a warm mug when it’s cold […]

  • A Super Easy Iced Latte Recipe to Keep You Cool in the Heat

    Iced Latte Recipe That Uses Cold Water Need a caffeine buzz without the heat? This is where the blessed iced coffee comes into play. This time, we’ve put a little twist on it too. The iced coffee you know and love just got simple! Iced coffee is obviously easy to purchase from coffee shops, but not […]

  • An Investigation into Matcha Tea. What, When, Where Did it Come From?

    So, You Think you Know Everything About Matcha Tea… Matcha Tea has been a major buzzword in the health industry recently. It joins the ranks of kale, quinoa, and acai, as a “superfood” – but, what exactly is Matcha? And what makes it different from normal green tea?  We decided to unpack the health craze […]

  • Best Hot Drinks That Aren’t Coffee or Tea

    When talking about the best hot drinks, coffee and tea undeniably top the list. But staving off the cold with mugs of comforting, warm beverages stretches far beyond these familiar favourites. With Billi’s cutting-edge instant boiling water systems, making all kinds of delicious hot drinks becomes not only even easier but also tastier with clean, […]

  • Best Milk Alternatives for Coffee or Tea

    At Billi UK, we understand that the first sip of coffee or tea in the morning is often what sets the tone for the entire day. Our instant boiling water units help you start your mornings with great-tasting filtered boiling water straight from the tap, but what you add to your tea and coffee can […]

  • Can’t Quit Coffee? Here’s Some Hot Drink Alternatives to Help You Cut Down

    Quit Coffee by Switching to These Hot Drinks Instead Speak to a handful of people about their New Years resolutions and we bet you’ll hear this one from nearly half of them. “I want to cut down on coffee” or, “I need to drink less caffeine”. Unfortunately, as much as we love drinking coffee, too […]

  • Celebrate World Health Day with Billi UK

    World Health Day: How Are You Encouraging Health in the Workplace? Full-time workers often spend 8 hours or more in the office each day. So it makes sense to maintain a healthy lifestyle in the office as well as at home. There’s no point eating salad for dinner and glugging water when you’re home, and […]

  • Coffee Can Make You Live Longer

    Could Your Morning Coffee Prolong Your Life? Most of us rely on a cup of coffee to get us up in the morning. It starts our days and brings us energy when we need it most. But, what if coffee could actually help you live longer?  This is what scientists are now saying, and it’s […]

  • Coffee Culture: Are We Addicted to Caffeine or Cafés?

    Are We a Nation of Coffee Addicts? To the rest of the world, Brits spend their time sipping on tea with their pinkie raised, chatting about Brexit and the Queen, so how have we become a nation of coffee addicts? Nowadays, if you walk into one of the many coffee chains that are lined up […]

  • Decaf Coffee: What’s the Buzz Surrounding It?

    More and More People are Switching to Decaf You’d be correct in thinking that people drink coffee for the caffeine kick. It helps us conquer long days, and kick the fatigue that comes from early starts. So, why are more people switching to decaffeinated coffee? Caffeine is what keeps the nation going, moving and thriving […]

  • Do You Know What You’re Drinking: What Else is in Your Bottled Water?

    What’s Actually in Your Bottled Water? You might think that buying bottled water ensures safe, clean water, but is that true? As well as water, bottled water can contain harmful contaminants, toxins and pollutants.  Bottled water is often marketed as pure spring water, bottled directly at the source. However, the truth is that lots of […]

  • Does Coffee Actually Increase Your Metabolism?

    Coffee and It’s Effect on Metabolism Studies suggest that coffee does have an effect on metabolism, at least in the short-term. But, a new study by Northwestern University suggests it may have even more of an effect than previously thought. If you’re a coffee drinker, this new evidence might interest you. It is generally known […]

  • Ginger Tea: The Health Drink That Aids Digestion

    Ginger Tea: Does It Really Have Health Benefits? If you’re looking for a hot drink that will perk you up, ginger tea is the answer. This superfood has a whole handful of health benefits, and its spicy flavour will give you that much-needed kick throughout the day. If you’re not having caffeine, you need to look […]

  • Green Tea: Is it As Healthy As We Think?

    Green Tea – Can It Be Made Even Healthier? A recent study has suggested that filtered water boosts green tea’s antioxidant powers. However, it also revealed green tea tastes better using filtered water. So, which is better for you? Everybody knows that green tea is a superfood. It is full of antioxidants that are beneficial […]

  • Healthy Hot Water Drinks to Keep Warm This Winter

    When the temperature starts to drop and people across the UK start donning more layers, what better way to stay cosy and lift our spirits than with a delicious hot drink in hand? At Billi UK, we understand the importance of keeping warm while maintaining health, which is why we’ve curated a list of healthy […]

  • Herbal Teas: Unpacking the truth behind herbal blends

    Do Herbal Teas Fulfil All Their Promises? If you use social media, you’ve probably seen an advert for skinny tea, or a detox tea or some kind. It’s hard to avoid herbal teas. They vary from invigorating morning blends to night time sleepy fusions, but how much science is behind these teas. And, more importantly, […]

  • Hot Drinks That Make Us Love the Festive Period

    Christmassy Hot Drinks We Can’t Get Enough Of As the weather turns colder, hot drinks are becoming even more essential. When you’re feeling the chill, pick up a hot drink and warm yourself from the inside out. Christmas time brings some great recipes along with it incorporating some festive flavours such as gingerbread, pumpkin spice, […]

  • Hot Lemon Water – Is It As Good for You as People Say?

    Are there benefits of drinking hot lemon water everyday? The days of drinking your morning cup of coffee or tea are almost over. Nowadays, people are looking for alternative drinks to start the day with. Over the last few years, putting a slice of lemon in your water has become the new trend. Drinking a […]

  • How Can You Improve Your Energy Levels Without Coffee?

    Food & Drink That Will Boost Your Energy Levels Many of us head straight for a cup of coffee if we’re feeling tired. And rightly so. It’s high in caffeine and can give us that much-needed energy boost when we feel like we’re flagging. Coffee is a natural energy booster due to its high caffeine […]

  • How Much Caffeine is in Your Favourite Drinks?

    For those of us who don’t get enough sleep, the caffeine in cups of coffee or energy drinks gives us the kick-start we need in the morning and perks us up during afternoon slumps. Getting our energy from a mug, bottle or glass is an easy solution to the problem, but have you stopped to […]