There is something to be said about the way you prefer your coffee. From classic brews to decadent drinks, it is hard to argue that coffee isn’t the most popular beverage around the world. Most of us crave this caffeinated drink each morning, looking forward to this hot or cold kick start to the day. If you think about it, the way you favor your coffee says a lot about who you are as a person, or where you’re at in life. Look back to when you first started drinking coffee and see how your favorites have changed and how far you have come. Most people like this delicacy because you can create your perfect cup in whichever way you like. Playing with different kinds of milk, foams, and cream ratios can completely change the flavor and type of coffee you are drinking. Explore our list of popular coffee drinks, how to make them, and what it says about you!
Americano: Savvy & Sophisticated
Made with Espresso and Hot Water.
Ordering a hot or iced americano reveals your level of sophistication. This choice of bold brew shows you’re no rookie when it comes to drinking coffee. An americano is strong, with no extra add-ins or flavor choices.
If this is your signature drink order –
- You may be a self-pronounced coffee connoisseur. You know the ins and outs of using an espresso machine, with precise steps for making the perfect cup at home.
- An americano drinker most likely has a local coffee shop they go to each morning. Whether they are on their way to work or enjoying this cup of coffee on the weekends, when they walk in, employees start making your order immediately upon entry.
If so, your everyday coffee runs can be environmentally conscious with a custom tumbler made to keep your americano at the perfect temperature. Being a favorite returning customer has its perks. Your baristas will be more than happy to use your own cup to hold your delicious americano.
Decaf: The Health Nut
Made with decaffeinated coffee beans and can be used to make any coffee drink.
While people are quick to talk negatively about a cup of coffee that lacks the quick caffeine boost that most consumers are reaching for, there are a few great reasons people choose this kind of coffee every morning.
- A decaf coffee drinker may love the natural taste that coffee brings but have an adverse reaction to caffeine. It may negatively affect your overall mood or even your ability to sleep at night.
- You may drink this decaffeinated beverage because you have read about the possible health benefits. Many studies have suggested that decaffeinated coffee can reduce your risk of developing type 2 diabetes and well as premature death from stroke or heart disease.
- You may just prefer the taste of decaf coffee over a regular brew.
- Your friends and family tell you that you are a very relaxed and always ready to go with the flow.
Cold Brew: The Trend Setter
Made by mixing ground coffee with cold water, then steeping the mixture overnight for hours in the fridge. Once chilled, strain the mixture to create the cold brew concentrate.
This popular drink is a cool and refreshing twist on a classic cup of coffee. Instead of having your coffee beans filtered through hot water, you use cold water and keep your drink chilled. This method creates a rich and less acidic flavor that is craved by many.
If your go-to order is a cold brew –
- You are most likely always on the go, looking for a refreshing pick me up to keep you moving!
- You appreciate things that are unique and stay ahead of current trends.
- Cold-brew coffee drinkers usually start off drinking iced coffee but develop a taste for something stronger with a bolder coffee taste. You want the extra caffeinated feeling that iced coffee can’t give you.
- Whether it’s with warm blankets or soft hoodies being comfortable is very important to you!
Espresso: Deadline Driven
Made by forcing almost boiling water under pressure through finely-ground coffee beans.
This coffee drink takes a pick me up to a whole other level. A straight shot of espresso is a sure-fire way to wake you up and get you moving at 100 miles a minute. This coffee drink has a kick that can be brewed from different beans and roast levels.
If you’ve found yourself ordering espresso regularly –
- You are most likely stressed out. Whether you have a deadline or an important project to finish, the stakes are high. You may be working in a highly stressful career or taking college courses. Either way, the struggle is real.
- Taking a quick espresso shot before you power through your grueling tasks is probably a ritual at this point. For the extra-long nights taking your espresso on the go with a custom tumbler that shows off your profession is the perfect way to keep yourself fueled.
- For most espresso drinkers, this caffeine boost is a necessity! Espresso shots are less about taste and more commonly preferred for the instant jolt of energy they desperately crave.
- You crave adrenaline, roller coasters and action movies are just two of your favorite things!
Iced Coffee: The Trendy Environmentalist
Made from regular coffee, served chilled and on ice. Commonly served with cold milk or creamers.
Having your cup of coffee on ice is a relatively new way to indulge in this popular drink. If you’ve talked to your grandparents about your daily iced coffee runs, they may just think you’re crazy. While some consider this a summertime beverage, others consider this chilled drink to be an everyday staple.
If iced coffee is your thing –
- You probably keep up with the latest trends and are constantly trying cool new coffee shops around town.
- Much like a cold brew coffee drinker, ice coffee fanatics look for their beverages of choice to be refreshing.
- You likely prefer your cooled coffee to be made with milk substitutes like oat milk, almond milk, or soy milk.
- You’re all about saving the turtle, we can find you sipping your iced drink out of a reusable straw.
- If milk substitutes aren’t your preference, your favorite way to top off an iced coffee is probably with a yummy swirl of whipped cream.
Black Coffee: Classy & Refined
Made from regular brewed coffee beans without extra additives like sugar, milk, or flavors.
A simple, classic, and freshly roasted cup of joe is something of a soothing sound for most adults. While the process of making black coffee is rather simple compared to other drinks, it can still be made wrong. Many prefer a specific blend or roast that best fits their flavor profile.
If black coffee is the only way you prefer to start your mornings, there are a few things about you that stand out.
- You most likely have a morning routine that you like to stick you.
- You may enjoy catching up on the news or gossip of the world with your morning sips.
- You appreciate simplicity and schedules.
- You probably don’t see a need for all the sugars and decadent coffee drinks that people are always ordering out.
- Black coffee belongs to your mornings and to pair with your after-dinner desserts.
Keep your morning routine simple with a unique coffee mug you can use every day. Choose a staple cup that pairs perfectly with your signature cup of black coffee.
Seasonal / Mocha Latte: The Indulgent
Made with 1 part espresso, 2 parts steamed milk, with added chocolate or flavor shots.
Ah, the seasonal latte lover. You can’t wait for fall and wintertime to roll around so you can get your hands on the highly sought-after pumpkin spice latte or peppermint mocha madness. While other espresso drinks focus mainly on the strong coffee taste, these fun and tasty drinks are made to taste more like a delicious flavor.
If the flavored latte is more your style –
- You think of coffee as a reward for your day.
- You can’t imagine going on a shopping spree or enjoying an afternoon of leisure without it!
- This drink is something you look forward to, not just on the weekends, but all season long.
- You like things on the sweeter side and would rather have a sugary treat than a salty one.
- You may have been drinking coffee for a few years, but find that nothing tops this flavorful latte.
For the ride or die pumpkin spice fanatic, shop PSL themed products that show off your seasonal obsession. These cute gifts pair perfectly with your latest latte. The foamy coffee art can be made even more photo-worthy in a decorative cup or next to your PSL desk plate.
Frappe: The Coffee Novice
Made by blending coffee, ice, milk, and flavored syrup and usually topped with whipped cream.
If you are in the mood for a coffee milkshake, a frappe will definitely hit the spot. This frozen treat is more like a dessert than a morning cup of joe. This sugary blend of coffee and added sweeteners can be quite addicting.
If your go-to drink is a frappe –
- You most likely can’t stand the taste of regular coffee.
- Sugar is your weakness, it seems like you can never have enough!
- If you are at a coffee shop, you are probably there to enjoy a good time with friends, rather than going in for a famous French roast or spiced latte.
- Most people who regularly order frappes are very young and are trying to find ways to enjoy coffee beverages.
With a few more years and less sugar, they are sure to be enjoying a signature brew in no time.
No matter the coffee order you prefer, you should enjoy every last sip of it on September 29th to ring in National Coffee Day. This tasty holiday is meant to be celebrated with your favorite latte, cold brew, or americano in hand. Whether you make your way to a coffee shop or pull out your french press, make sure you get your hands on your favorite drink. While tastes may change and your signature order might evolve over the years, your love of this bold caffeinated beverage will never change. We would love to see your favorite drink order, share photos with us at @904Custom and follow us to keep up with our latest tips and newest products.
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