Reformed Black Coffee & Collagen: Full Review
Reformed's Black Coffee & Collagen swaps your usual flat white for a scoop of grass-fed collagen, functional mushrooms and 21 vitamins stirred into Colombian coffee — marketed as “the world's first smart coffee.” One scoop delivers 17g of hydrolysed collagen protein and 78mg of caffeine, with zero added sugar. It's built for people who want their morning coffee to double as a supplement stack, without adding another step to their routine.
Below, we go through exactly what's in it, what the evidence for each ingredient actually supports, who it suits, and where a Boost & Glow blood test fits in if you want to know whether it's actually working for you.
What Is Reformed Black Coffee & Collagen?
It's an instant coffee blend developed over two years and 37 recipe variations, combining:
| Per Serving | Amount |
|---|---|
| Grass-fed bovine collagen | 17g |
| Caffeine (Colombian Arabica) | 78mg |
| Vitamins & minerals | 21 |
| Added sugar | 0g |
One scoop is mixed into 250ml of hot or cold water or milk — shaken, stirred or frothed. The collagen is hydrolysed (broken down for easier absorption), Halal and Kosher certified, and includes both Type I and Type III collagen, the two types most associated with skin, hair, nail and joint structure.
Reformed's own claim, cited on Boost & Glow's product page, is that this collagen dose “outperforms whey protein in clinical trials” and produces visible skin elasticity improvements within 28 days of daily use. Those are the brand's stated findings — we look at what independent research actually supports below.
Ingredient Breakdown
| Ingredient | What It's Claimed To Do |
|---|---|
| High-altitude Colombian coffee (100% Arabica) | Sustainably sourced caffeine for sustained energy without the sugar-crash of flavoured pods |
| Hydrolysed grass-fed bovine collagen (Type I & III) | Supports skin elasticity, hair, nails, joints and bone density |
| Lion's Mane mushroom | Traditionally used for cognitive function and mental clarity |
| Organic MCT powder | Fast-absorbing fat source marketed for clean energy and gut support |
| Chaga mushroom | Antioxidant-rich, used traditionally for immune support |
| Madagascan vanilla + 21 vitamins & minerals | Flavour plus a broad micronutrient base from organic vegetable extracts |
The overall pitch is no crash, sustained mental clarity, lean muscle support, and skin/hair/nail/joint health — all from one daily scoop.
What The Evidence Actually Says
It's worth separating brand claims from the wider research picture, since this is where most collagen coffee coverage gets vague.
Collagen supplementation has a genuinely reasonable evidence base for skin hydration and elasticity, with several placebo-controlled trials showing benefits over 8–12 weeks of daily use — the 28-day claim on the product page sits at the faster end of that range, and results vary between studies and individuals. The “outperforms whey protein” comparison refers to specific clinical trials on muscle protein synthesis markers; collagen and whey have different amino acid profiles and support different goals, so this is a narrower claim than it can sound.
Lion's Mane and Chaga mushrooms have promising early and preclinical research for cognitive and immune markers, but human clinical evidence at food-supplement doses (rather than concentrated extracts) is still limited. Treat the “clarity and focus” framing as a plausible, not proven, effect at this dose.
MCT powder has reasonable evidence for a quick, easily-digested energy source, though the amount in a single scoop alongside coffee and collagen is unlikely to be a clinically meaningful dose on its own.
None of this makes the product ineffective — it means results are individual, and a coffee blend is a supplement to your routine, not a replacement for testing what your body actually needs.
Who It's Actually Good For
- People who already drink coffee daily and want to fold a collagen and micronutrient dose into a habit they're not going to change anyway
- Anyone consolidating supplements — one scoop replaces a separate collagen powder, a multivitamin and a coffee
- People sensitive to sugar or artificial sweeteners in flavoured protein and collagen products, since this is unsweetened
- Those wanting a lower-jitter energy source than a double espresso, since the collagen and MCT slow how the caffeine hits
It's a less obvious fit if you're already taking a dedicated collagen supplement (you'd be doubling up), have a caffeine sensitivity, or are looking for a therapeutic dose of Lion's Mane or Chaga rather than a supporting one.
How To Use It
- Add one scoop to 250ml of hot or cold water or milk
- Stir, shake, or froth until smooth
- Drink hot as you would a regular coffee, or over ice
Most people take it once daily, in place of (rather than in addition to) their usual morning coffee, to keep total caffeine intake in a sensible range.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does collagen coffee actually work?
Collagen supplementation has reasonable clinical evidence for skin elasticity and hydration over several weeks of consistent daily use. Individual response varies, and results depend on dose, consistency and your existing nutrient levels.
How much caffeine is in Reformed Black Coffee & Collagen?
78mg per scoop — roughly comparable to a small cup of instant coffee, and less than a standard espresso shot or filter coffee.
Is 17g of collagen a meaningful daily dose?
Most collagen studies showing skin and joint benefits use doses in the 2.5–15g range, so 17g sits at or above the doses used in published research.
Can I drink it every day?
Most people use it as a daily replacement for their usual coffee. If you have a medical condition, take medication, or are pregnant or breastfeeding, check with your GP before adding any new supplement to your routine.
Is it suitable for vegetarians or vegans?
No — the collagen is bovine-derived (grass-fed, Halal and Kosher certified), so it isn't suitable for a vegetarian or vegan diet.
How do I know if it's actually working for me?
Collagen, vitamin and mineral status can be measured directly with a blood test, rather than guessed at from how your skin or energy feels. That's the most reliable way to see whether a supplement is closing a real gap for you.
The Real Way To Know If It's Working
Collagen coffee is a reasonable, low-effort way to build a daily collagen and micronutrient habit — but whether it's actually moving the needle for you depends on where your levels are starting from. Our Vitamin & Nutrient Panel checks the biomarkers behind skin, energy and recovery directly, so you're tracking real numbers rather than guessing from how you feel.
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This article is general information, not medical advice. Individual response to supplements varies, and this isn't a substitute for medical guidance — always speak to a GP before starting a new supplement, particularly if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or managing a medical condition.
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