Strange brew: 10 weirdest things people add to their cup of coffee

Cheese

Some people believe adding cheese to coffee can enhance its richness.

Salt

It might seem an odd choice, but some say it helps in cutting down the coffee’s bitterness.

Butter

Butter in coffee makes the beverage smoother and rich in flavour.

Eggs

Eggs in coffee give the beverage a foamy texture.

Fruit

Common citrus fruits like oranges, lemons and limes can add a fresh flavour to the drink.

Pepper

One of the most unusual things people add to their dark roast coffee is pepper to give a spicy kick.

Honey

For some, this is just an alternative to sugar.

Protein power 

The ritual of drinking coffee becomes more attractive by adding protein powder or other supplements.

Olive oil  

Olive oil-infused coffee beverages are quite popular in Italy and Greece.

Fish sauce    

Famous in Vietnam, some coffee makers add fish sauce in the coffee roasting process.

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