Espresso Exceptions: Our Coffee Double Standards

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In this episode, I dive into an interesting coffee conundrum that's been on my mind lately: the double standard between how we approach filter coffee versus espresso-based drinks. I explore why many coffee enthusiasts (myself included) often encourage drinking filter coffee black to experience "true" flavors, yet we give espresso-based milk drinks a complete pass. Through a real-time tasting experiment, I compare straight espresso shots with milk-added versions to understand these differences firsthand.

I share my personal coffee habits—drinking filter coffee black about 90% of the time while having espresso only once or twice monthly. By examining the concentrated nature of espresso and its inherent bitterness, I challenge the coffee community's inconsistent standards and ultimately advocate for letting people enjoy their coffee however they prefer. Listeners will gain insights into the coffee culture's unspoken rules and perhaps feel liberated to enjoy their favorite brew without judgment.

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