For most of us, the morning doesn't start until the first cup of coffee. It wakes us up, boosts our dopamine, and gets us moving.
But there’s a downside. That caffeine hit can often turn into jitters, anxiety, or a racing heart. Instead of being productive, you end up feeling "wired but tired."
Enter the newest morning trend: The CBD Coffee Stack.
By combining the energy of caffeine with the calming properties of CBD, biohackers and wellness experts claim you can get the focus without the frazzle.
The Science: Why they work together
On the surface, it seems like a contradiction. Caffeine is a stimulant; CBD is a relaxant. Do they cancel each other out?
Not quite. They actually target different systems.
- Caffeine blocks adenosine (the chemical that makes you tired), making you feel alert.
- CBD interacts with the endocannabinoid system and may boost serotonin signaling, which promotes a sense of calm and well-being.
When taken together, you get the alertness from the caffeine, but the CBD helps "smooth out" the jagged edges of the energy spike.
Stopping the "Caffeine Jitters"
Caffeine jitters are essentially a stress response. Caffeine spikes cortisol and adrenaline, triggering a mini "fight or flight" mode.
CBD helps counteract this by modulating the stress response.
Think of it like driving a fast car (Caffeine). Without CBD, you have your foot on the accelerator but no steering wheel. Adding CBD gives you the steering wheel—you still go fast, but you are in control.
How to take them (Together or Separate?)
You have two options for your morning stack:
Option 1: The "Bulletproof" Style (Mixed)
Add a dropper of Broad Spectrum CBD Oil directly into your coffee. Since oil floats on water, this works best if you blend it with milk, cream, oat milk, or a little butter (fat helps CBD absorption!).
Option 2: The Sublingual Chaser (Separate)
This is the most effective method. Hold the CBD oil under your tongue for 60 seconds while your coffee brews, or just after your first sip.
Taking it sublingually ensures maximum absorption before the caffeine fully hits your bloodstream.
The Best Oil for Coffee: Organic Broad Spectrum
When mixing with coffee, you want something clean and pure that doesn't clash with the taste of your beans.
We recommend our Organic Broad Spectrum CBD Oil.
- Pure & Simple: No added herbs or adaptogens—just high-quality CBD and terpenes.
- MCT Carrier: The organic coconut MCT oil blends perfectly into coffee (especially bulletproof style).
- Flexible: Because it's pure, you can use it in your morning coffee and your evening tea without worrying about stimulating herbs.
For those who want an extra adaptogenic kick, our Flow Oil (with Ashwagandha) is a great alternative, but for the purist coffee lover, the Broad Spectrum is the go-to.
Frequently asked questions
Does CBD cancel out the caffeine?
No. CBD is not a sedative in low doses; it is an anxiolytic (anti-anxiety). You will still feel awake, just less jittery.
Can I put CBD oil in hot coffee?
Yes, but extreme heat can degrade cannabinoids. It’s better to add it to coffee that has cooled slightly, or take it under your tongue.
Will this make me sleepy at work?
Low doses of CBD (10–20mg) tend to be focusing rather than sedating. Save the high doses for bedtime.
Which strength should I choose?
For a morning boost, the 500mg or 1000mg Broad Spectrum oil is ideal. Start with half a dropper to find your sweet spot.
Final thoughts
If you love the ritual of coffee but hate the side effects, don't quit the bean—just upgrade the routine.
A dropper of Organic Broad Spectrum CBD with your morning brew is the biohacker's secret to staying sharp, calm, and productive all morning.
