In America, creamer is a store-bought powder or liquid that is commonly added to coffee or black tea in place of a milk product like half-and-half or cream. Most coffee creamer is dairy-free, instead made of sugar and other ingredients like hydrogenated vegetable oils, solidified corn syrup, and flavorings such as vanilla, almond, hazelnut, chocolate, caramel, and pumpkin spice. Creamer is sold in two main forms: powdered or liquid. Liquid creamer is often sold in the dairy section and is available in a wide range of flavors, while powdered creamer is available in scoopable containers as well as individual packets, which are often available at coffee stations. Creamer has a similar flavor and texture to half-and-half or whole milk and is frequently sweetened and flavored. It is not meant to be enjoyed on its own but rather is an embellishment to coffee and tea drinks. In restaurants or places serving drip coffee, the standard is always half and half (.5 milk, .5 cream). "Creamer" is usually used to describe flavored cream specifically marketed for use in coffee. At home, most Americans use milk because its cheaper than cream.