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You know, that it isn't 100% free of caffeine? (At least it hasn't been in the 80's.)Sophia said:
Tea, coffee and your favourite cups
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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around participants' preferences for hot beverages, particularly tea and coffee, as well as their favorite cups or mugs. It includes personal anecdotes, brand preferences, and preparation methods, reflecting on the emotional connections to specific cups and the experiences tied to drinking these beverages.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory
- Conceptual clarification
- Debate/contested
Main Points Raised
- Some participants express a preference for coffee, particularly strong black coffee, while others favor tea, with some drinking multiple cups a day.
- Several participants share stories about their favorite mugs, often handmade or unique, and express sadness over broken favorites.
- There are mentions of specific drink combinations, such as tea with whiskey or hot spiced cider, and routines involving different types of tea and coffee throughout the day.
- Some participants discuss the impact of cup shape on the taste of drinks, suggesting a subjective experience tied to specific vessels.
- Humor and references to pop culture are present, with some participants engaging in light banter about quotes and jokes related to the topic.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants generally share their individual preferences and experiences, but there is no consensus on a single favorite beverage or cup. Multiple competing views on drink preferences and the significance of specific mugs remain evident throughout the discussion.
Contextual Notes
Some participants mention the emotional significance of their mugs and the disappointment of breakage, which may influence their current drinking habits. There are also references to varying caffeine sensitivities and personal routines that affect beverage choices.
Who May Find This Useful
This discussion may interest those who enjoy exploring beverage preferences, the cultural significance of drinking vessels, and personal anecdotes related to tea and coffee consumption.
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Sophia said:
Hah! I wonder if it's some placebo effect, but you're definitely right.
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Today is Coffee Day! 
http://www.cnn.com/2016/09/29/us/national-international-coffee-day/index.html
Note the national statistics on the world's top coffee consumers. Despite my best efforts (my family background is half Finnish), and Starbucks's, the US doesn't even make the top ten.
http://www.cnn.com/2016/09/29/us/national-international-coffee-day/index.html
Note the national statistics on the world's top coffee consumers. Despite my best efforts (my family background is half Finnish), and Starbucks's, the US doesn't even make the top ten.
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For me, its a cup of strong dark roast in the morning. When I'm sick, it's a hot toddy with orange pekoe, whiskey, lemon and honey. By the camp fir, it's hot spiced cider with whiskey. Occasionally, I like mint tea after dinner (we grow or own mint). My favorite cup is a mug with Grumpy on it. I inherited it from my father-in-law. It couldn't have gone to a more deserving person. 
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Unrelated, but wanted to add this https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_countries_by_tea_consumption_per_capitajtbell said:Today is Coffee Day!
http://www.cnn.com/2016/09/29/us/national-international-coffee-day/index.html
Note the national statistics on the world's top coffee consumers. Despite my best efforts (my family background is half Finnish), and Starbucks's, the US doesn't even make the top ten.
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Now I know why tea shops don't do very well here. At least it seems we drink Mate.Nugso said:
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Coffee, double-double. Always fresh, always Tim Hortons.
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fresh_42 said:
I assume you're from the US? Coffee is a lot lot more popular in Spanish-speaking countries, I'd guess that's the reason.