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Dr. Woody Starbucks Etiquette Violators! My article on those pesky patrons that can make working at Starbucks tough! Let me know what you think? http://www.foxbusiness.com/personal-finance/2011/11/07/starbucks-etiquet...

28 weeks ago from Coffee

Holly Hoffman I feel like this is probably wrong to admit, but I actually really like the new Starbuck instant coffee. Anyone else tried it?

152 weeks ago from Coffee

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JRandom42: Hate it. I need at least 6 packets per cup to bring it up to minimal Airborne coffee standards.
34 weeks ago

Edward Antrobus: I have never had instant coffee in my life. Frankly, I never understood the glamour of Starbucks. I mean I understand their ground-breaking ...MoreI have never had instant coffee in my life. Frankly, I never understood the glamour of Starbucks. I mean I understand their ground-breaking business model, but as far as the coffee goes... It's good coffee, but it's not any better than anyone else's coffee and twice the price.
34 weeks ago

Niche Trying to cut down. On my 4th cup and thinking of the fifth. Hmmm

38 weeks ago from Coffee

Niche Trying to cut down. On my 4th cup and thinking of the fifth. Hmmm

38 weeks ago from Coffee

Jennifer Vaaler In honor of Lent, whether you celebrate it or not, I wrote an article about Lent for coffee lovers http://dailydemitasse.com/2011/03/lent-for-coffee-lovers/

63 weeks ago from Coffee

Gutsy Writer I absolutely love Peets coffee. I don't drink the fancy drinks just the regular coffee with cream. It's stronger and smoother than any other coffee place I know and reminds me of my twenties living in Europe. Anyone else love Peets? If so why?

63 weeks ago from Coffee

Daniel Wackerhagen I am an addict...not an afficionado. I'll drink just about anything from anywhere. Two years in Iraq, I'll drink the sludge at the bottom of the 100 cup coffee maker at the end of an 18 hour day! With that said I have really enjoyed McD's Machiatto...now I just learned they are terrible healthwise!! Should have known. Guess I'll have to go back to straight black again.

65 weeks ago from Coffee

Tim Butler If you've never been to Cannon Beach, OR, it's a lovely coastal town with a beautiful landscape, cool shops, galleries...and great coffee. Sleepy Monk Coffee Roasters will knock your socks off with their brand of fair trade organic products. Find them here...http://sleepymonkcoffee.com/

95 weeks ago from Coffee

Jason Weekes: Thanks for the tip! I try to make it to the Oregon coast every couple of years and I'm always looking for good coffee!
68 weeks ago

Brian Bornemann does anyone know where to get an espresso machine repaired in the west LA area?

72 weeks ago from Coffee

Ryan Paugh I have a ridiculous love-hate relationship with coffee. There are some days when the caffeine jolt makes me more productive, but other days where it makes me totally unfocused and anxious. I'm trying to decide if I should quit drinking coffee cold turkey or if I should just drink it less frequently. I'm not sure if life's worth living without an occasional good cup of coffee :)

76 weeks ago from Coffee and Productivity & Time-Management

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nick09: Coffee is not generally bad. Only too much coffe is bad. I have read in a newspaper that 1 or 2 cups of coffee are good for your health (blood ...MoreCoffee is not generally bad. Only too much coffe is bad. I have read in a newspaper that 1 or 2 cups of coffee are good for your health (blood pressure ...). So, let´s enjoy our coffee :)
75 weeks ago

Bayu Amus: Listen to your body mate, if you're already fully awake and energetic, a dose of caffeine would probably make you anxious. On the other hand, on ...MoreListen to your body mate, if you're already fully awake and energetic, a dose of caffeine would probably make you anxious. On the other hand, on slow mornings a cup of coffee could deliver a good kick start. That's how I see it.
75 weeks ago

Kim N. Campbell I've worked at Starbucks for like almost 2 years now and just realized this is the PERFECT network to share my coffee expertise with. lol, Do you have any I mean ANY questions about starbucks drinks? What is a chai latter? How we make your frapaccino? How to say your drink in proper starbucks speak? Recommendations for healthy option? Every coffee question you were scared to ask, shoot! :)

109 weeks ago from Coffee

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Kim N. Campbell: @Odessa, My response to Ashley has a pretty good breakdown. Best drinks for calories are our skinny drinks. Skinny vanilla caramel hazelnut and ...More@Odessa, My response to Ashley has a pretty good breakdown. Best drinks for calories are our skinny drinks. Skinny vanilla caramel hazelnut and cinnamon dulce. Frappaccino lights are best. And above all else, skip the whip and use nonfat milk on mochas or pumpkin spice lattes.

@Sean, lol, I know right. Now that I'm not longer working at Starbucks the onus will fall on someone else to switch it up.
86 weeks ago

Janavi: Hi Kim, its awesome that you're willing to share :)

I absolutely love StarBucks' White Chocolate Mocha! I've tried making it at home to no avail ...MoreHi Kim, its awesome that you're willing to share :)

I absolutely love StarBucks' White Chocolate Mocha! I've tried making it at home to no avail :( Are you aware of what kind of chocolate is used in this drink?
79 weeks ago

Eric Morrison The warrior > star bucks cafe americano grande with extra shot. Before making, have staff pour in 2 inches of heavy ( unwhipped) 35% cream.... BAM!

80 weeks ago from Coffee

de Pace http://wellness.weblog.com/%e2%80%9cthe-pleasures-and-pains-of-coffee%e2...

83 weeks ago from Coffee

de Pace “The Pleasures and Pains of Coffee” by Honore de Balzac translated from the French by Robert Onopa Coffee is a great power in my life; I have observed its effects on an epic scale. Coffee roasts your insides. Many people claim coffee inspires them, but, as everybody knows, coffee only makes boring people even more boring. Think about it: although more grocery stores in Paris [http://wellness.weblog.com/%e2%80%9cthe-pleasures-and-pains-of-coffee%e2%80%9d-by-honore-de-balzac/]

83 weeks ago from Coffee

Jeannie Chan Curious, has anyone actually become regular users of VIA?

116 weeks ago from Coffee

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Kim N. Campbell: @Zoe, that's interesting because in our taste test promo the week it came out a lot of people (myself included) had a bit of trouble ...More@Zoe, that's interesting because in our taste test promo the week it came out a lot of people (myself included) had a bit of trouble distinguishing between brewed coffee and the VIA. I think even though it tastes a lot better than the regular stuff, people just cant pay a premium for instant coffee in a coffee shop.

It's really useful when you're going to a place with bad coffee for an extended period of time and you love coffee. I stocked up my dad with tons of via packages cuz he was traveling to Jamaica and it's hard to get a good cup.
109 weeks ago

Odessa Scruggs: Hard to get a good cup of coffee in Jamaica, with Jamaica Blue Mountain??
86 weeks ago

Emily Moore Found this article in NYT Diner's Journal about how Michael Phillips of Chicago won the 2010 World Barista Championship. Read more here: http://nyti.ms/bvuwi5

97 weeks ago from Barista's Anonymous and Coffee

what are your thoughts on reusable take-away coffee cups? Sure, they reduce a lot of waste, but should I limit my consumption further by just taking a regular mug with me to my coffee shop instead of buying another product? I do love the look of these things though: http://www.keepcup.com.au/ what are your thoughts?

100 weeks ago from Coffee

Niche: Looked at keep cup and it looks good. Having said that I already have a thermal cup for carrying my coffee around. Mum got it for me :)

But more ...MoreLooked at keep cup and it looks good. Having said that I already have a thermal cup for carrying my coffee around. Mum got it for me :)

But more importantly, it's a shame that we haven't evolved into a society that is responsible enough to carry our mugs around with us. Unfortunately we are a very long way away from that
100 weeks ago

: I agree Niche, it is a shame, but I don't think I agree that we haven't 'evolved' to that stage yet. There are a few people at the campus where ...MoreI agree Niche, it is a shame, but I don't think I agree that we haven't 'evolved' to that stage yet. There are a few people at the campus where I'm writing my thesis doing this, and also a couple in my office! I guess I'm torn between a nice looking product geared at environmentally semi-conscious consumers, or the actual idea of reducing consumption.
100 weeks ago

Kimberly I'm so glad I'm in this group, because I just made the best drink ever! Frozen bananas, when blended, turn into this awesome ice-cream/custard type consistency. And when blended again with coffee...YUMMMMM!!!! You must try it =)

100 weeks ago from Coffee

Niche: Sounds absolutely fantastic. Had a drink like that at a restaurant. Had a big dash of rum as well. Yum
100 weeks ago

Patrick Pho: I heard about this on Lifehacker I think? Really cool trick!
100 weeks ago

Emily Moore Hey Coffee fans! For all of you who have been involved or interested in the networking field of Baristaing, please come check out Barista's Anonymous (http://www.brazencareerist.com/network/baristas-anonymous) -- a new network here on Brazen Careerist!

102 weeks ago from Coffee

TOP IDEA: Jennifer Vaaler New Guest Post: How the Recession has effected consumer coffee drinking habits http://dailydemitasse.com/2010/05/dailydemitasse_coffee_contest/

103 weeks ago from Coffee

Jennifer Vaaler Excited about my first coffee blog contest http://dailydemitasse.com/2010/05/dailydemitasse_coffee_contest/

103 weeks ago from Coffee

Elizabeth Gunn I had Bluebottle Coffee for the first time this weekend when I was in San Francisco. I couldn't believe how much time and effort went into one cup. It was great! I don't think I can ever look at Starbucks the same way again. Have you tried Bluebottle? What do you think?

105 weeks ago from Coffee

Patrick Pho Hey coffee lovers- I have a question for y'all! I'm sitting here at my desk sipping my ice coffee and checking work mail when I reached the end of my tasty, cold, delight! Now I have a cup full of ice and it makes me wonder if I'm getting less bang for my buck when I order an Iced Coffee. Sure the cup is bigger but the ice does take up more room... what do you guys think?

107 weeks ago from Coffee

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Scott Keegan: Or maybe you could skip the ice and just drink real coffee? ;-)
107 weeks ago

Patrick Pho: I hate waiting for hot coffee to cool- what can I say I'm picky :0)
107 weeks ago

Jennifer Koren Does anyone use an AeroPress http://amzn.com/B000GXZ2GS? My parents got me into it and while it does to take a little work to make one cup of coffee, it has to be the best cup of coffee I have ever had

107 weeks ago from Coffee

Kim N. Campbell: Hmm, I've never used an aero press before. I have a french press though,and I luvvveee drinking cups of coffee with that. Really brings out the ...MoreHmm, I've never used an aero press before. I have a french press though,and I luvvveee drinking cups of coffee with that. Really brings out the flavors nicely. http://www.target.com/gp/detail.html/189-8950795-6855228?asin=B00005LM0T...
107 weeks ago

Jennifer Vaaler: I want an Aeropress so bad. I use a french press but the aero is supposed to be even better.
104 weeks ago

Andrew Arn Anyone else out there use the Chemex brewer? I switched to it a few years ago and love it, but I do not know of anyone else who uses it. Just curious!

107 weeks ago from Coffee