Kirk Posted November 4, 2015 Share Posted November 4, 2015 I love the idea of coffee. I love the smell of coffee. I've tried to drink it in various different formats over the years and can't get past the fact that it tastes rank rotten! Pretty much agree there, I can drink some if I really try but i dont really enjoy it. Personally i dont feel it gives me a magical boost either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ParisInAKilt Posted November 4, 2015 Share Posted November 4, 2015 I don't feel the boost either, didn't drink it at all until a couple of years back, have the odd cup when on a break or walking to work. Agreed about the sugar, watch some folk putting in 5 or 6 teaspoons is boufing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toepoke Posted November 4, 2015 Share Posted November 4, 2015 A couple of cups most mornings for me. Douwe Egberts instant normally. The freshly ground stuff tastes great but involves too much rigmarole. It definitely does give you a wee boost, for proof of that try drinking a cup at bedtime! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deecie Posted November 4, 2015 Share Posted November 4, 2015 Hate s who say 'I can't function without my morning coffee'...Guy in work says it every day. I hate s that get between me and my morning coffee. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
killiefaetheferry Posted November 4, 2015 Author Share Posted November 4, 2015 (edited) Hate s who say 'I can't function without my morning coffee'...Guy in work says it every day. Hate s who mock my addiction. I am the victim here. We are all Gareth Hunts. Edited November 4, 2015 by killiefaetheferry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deecie Posted November 4, 2015 Share Posted November 4, 2015 Hate s who mock my addiction. I am the victim here. We are all Gareth Hunts. On an almost related note, generic morning radio host was saying today that there's more than double the caffeine in a Costa Coffee than in a Starbucks. I used to always feel ripped off by the taste at Starbucks, but to find out I'm also getting done in for my daily fix? Disgusting stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hairy de janairy Posted November 4, 2015 Share Posted November 4, 2015 What weight is each pack? 250g, not sure how many cups i get out of that - i guess 20+ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flora MaDonald Posted November 4, 2015 Share Posted November 4, 2015 Hate s who mock my addiction. I am the victim here. We are all Gareth Hunts. Now there was a grade A . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Return of Yermaw Posted November 4, 2015 Share Posted November 4, 2015 On an almost related note, generic morning radio host was saying today that there's more than double the caffeine in a Costa Coffee than in a Starbucks. I used to always feel ripped off by the taste at Starbucks, but to find out I'm also getting done in for my daily fix? Disgusting stuff. Starbucks filter, a wee dash of hazelnut and drop of semi skimmed milk. The only downside is the little pretentious behind the counter clarifying my request for a medium as "tall" or whatever Starbucks call their medium. All the coffee shops have their own size system - do you expect me to memorise every grading structure?? I also like the coffee from McDonalds, Greggs and Dunkin Donuts. Despise the coffee from COSTA. Despise it. If I were to compare my coffee palette to a wine palette, I imagine I would be drinking Buckfast and El Dorado. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deecie Posted November 4, 2015 Share Posted November 4, 2015 For taste:cost ratio, McDonalds coffee is almost impeccable. The best I've found on the high street is at 'Pastry Vals'. If the coffee at my work was wine it would be that nondescript "Cooking Wine" you see in supermarkets. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulthepict Posted November 4, 2015 Share Posted November 4, 2015 The Atrium in Cresswell st, has the best coffee in Glasgow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orraloon Posted November 4, 2015 Share Posted November 4, 2015 Loads of interesting stuff about coffee on this website here. http://www.coffeechemistry.com/news/health/cup-of-joe-found-to-have-more-health-benefits It's very complicated stuff. Coffee contains almost 1000 different chemicals, many of which are biologically active. Caffeine is obviously the best known chemical but loads of other stuff as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
new hugh Posted November 4, 2015 Share Posted November 4, 2015 always find Costa coffee tastes pretty weak and needs an extra shot. Starbucks is fairly average. Out of all the chains I'd say the coffee at EAT is best. Monmouth filter coffee FTW though..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ormond Posted November 4, 2015 Share Posted November 4, 2015 I hate s that get between me and my morning coffee.I just hate s. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hunchy Posted November 4, 2015 Share Posted November 4, 2015 Seems like I'm the odd one out here I prefer Costa or Nero to Starbucks or mcd's but then as I always go for a latte of some description it might be down to the milk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mabozza Ritchie Posted November 5, 2015 Share Posted November 5, 2015 The Costa americano out of my Tassimo machine tastes a lot better than one out of a Costa!! I need a few cups of coffee everyday. I've started having an affagato as a dessert when I'm out now as well - vanilla ice cream with a double espresso poured over it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arbroath55 Posted November 5, 2015 Share Posted November 5, 2015 Somebody invented a cup of coffee called Flat White and I order that when I see it in coffee shops. At home I used to grind beans and use a wee Gaggia then I was at a pals house and had a great cup of coffee and was amazed when he showed me it came from a Nescafe Dolce Gusto machine, so I got one for myself. Works out more expensive than beans but less hassle and much easier if you`ve pals in and you`re making a few cups and the pods are easy to buy. I've also learnt that you don't need to buy the full range of pods for example you can make an espresso from the americano pod by setting it to level 1 or 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ormond Posted November 5, 2015 Share Posted November 5, 2015 Somebody invented a cup of coffee called Flat White and I order that when I see it in coffee shops. Do you order a tin of latte when you go into a Dulux centre? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Armchair Bob Posted November 5, 2015 Share Posted November 5, 2015 Takeaway coffee. One of the biggest rip-offs of modern times. A couple of pounds a pop for a paper cup with hot water and caffeine. Suckers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phart Posted November 5, 2015 Share Posted November 5, 2015 Takeaway coffee. One of the biggest rip-offs of modern times. A couple of pounds a pop for a paper cup with hot water and caffeine. Suckers. I had written up a post saying the same but just couldn't summon the will to post it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baz Posted November 5, 2015 Share Posted November 5, 2015 Since changing jobs in February my coffee intake has risen massively. I tend to use McDonalds rather than any of the coffee houses as its a decent cup for 1.29 plus every 6th one is free. Decent wifi too so I can pretend I'm working. Costa is ok but I think Starbucks is pish. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deedee Posted November 5, 2015 Share Posted November 5, 2015 I`ve got a Delonghi filter machine like this http://www.delonghi.com/en-gb/products/coffee/coffee-makers/filter-coffee/icm-15210-0132301082Currently using some Lavazza coffee but it changes now and again. No milk, just have it black. Almost 4 quid for a honkin starbucks. Nae danger. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk Posted November 5, 2015 Share Posted November 5, 2015 (edited) Somebody invented a cup of coffee called Flat White and I order that when I see it in coffee shops. At home I used to grind beans and use a wee Gaggia then I was at a pals house and had a great cup of coffee and was amazed when he showed me it came from a Nescafe Dolce Gusto machine, so I got one for myself. Works out more expensive than beans but less hassle and much easier if you`ve pals in and you`re making a few cups and the pods are easy to buy. I've also learnt that you don't need to buy the full range of pods for example you can make an espresso from the americano pod by setting it to level 1 or 2 Do you want some chocochine pods for free, bought them by mistake when shopping instead of picking up some for the Delonghi machine my parents have. Opened one to see if it was useable without a Dolce machine, answer is no haha. Anyway i'd send them if you want them. Takeaway coffee. One of the biggest rip-offs of modern times. A couple of pounds a pop for a paper cup with hot water and caffeine. Suckers. i'd agree with that but i don't drink a lot of coffee anyway Edited November 5, 2015 by Kirk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arbroath55 Posted November 7, 2015 Share Posted November 7, 2015 Do you want some chocochine pods for free, bought them by mistake when shopping instead of picking up some for the Delonghi machine my parents have. Opened one to see if it was useable without a Dolce machine, answer is no haha. Anyway i'd send them if you want them. Yes please, I'll re-imburse your stamp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bristolhibby Posted November 7, 2015 Share Posted November 7, 2015 Starbucks filter, a wee dash of hazelnut and drop of semi skimmed milk. The only downside is the little pretentious behind the counter clarifying my request for a medium as "tall" or whatever Starbucks call their medium. All the coffee shops have their own size system - do you expect me to memorise every grading structure?? I also like the coffee from McDonalds, Greggs and Dunkin Donuts. Despise the coffee from COSTA. Despise it. If I were to compare my coffee palette to a wine palette, I imagine I would be drinking Buckfast and El Dorado. That's funny, Costa is my shop of choice. Followed by Neros. Horses for courses I guess. J Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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