If you never go a day without your coffee, these are some of the pleasures you probably experience in your daily life.
The happiness of a true coffee lover isn't just about tasting exotic microlots or trying different brewing methods. The happiness of a coffee lover lies in the simple things in life. If you are truly passionate about the beverage, you will identify with most of these pleasures that only coffee can provide.
1. The best part of waking up is knowing there's coffee to drink. Are you one of those people who sets multiple alarms? Well, the art of getting out of bed can be complicated, and the thought that gives you the most strength to start the day is to begin with morning coffee. Just imagining the aroma of freshly brewed coffee in the house, mmm, you wake up quickly.
2. Looking at your mug collection. People will never understand the pleasure of admiring your mug collection. And this list of caffeinated items can also extend to cups, brewing methods, coffee books, and even pins or themed t-shirts.
3. Warming your hands on a hot mug. Who hasn't prepared a cappuccino or coffee on cold days to warm their hands, body, and soul? The temptation comes from all sides: the smell of freshly brewed coffee, the warm mug, and the flavor that embraces you from within.
4. Observing the coffee's expansion during pre-infusion. One of the advantages of grinding coffee just before brewing is the freshness of the beverage. The sign that freshly ground coffee is of quality and recently roasted is what people call "coffee blooming." You know when we pour the first drops of water and the coffee starts to expand? That's what we're talking about!
5. Being mesmerized by the crema of an espresso. Tiger-striped, creamy, and consistent. If you also salivate when served an espresso with perfect crema, welcome to the Orfeu team!
6. Getting lost in the coffee aisle at the supermarket looking for more coffee. Shelves filled with all types of coffee: capsules, roasted and ground, whole beans, lots from various origins, and even from other countries. If you love getting lost in supermarket aisles to analyze packaging, check roast dates, and discover new producers, this item on the list is especially for you!
7. Getting a new coffee gadget. It could be a birthday present, holiday celebration, a secret Santa gift… it doesn't matter! The most important thing is that blessed person bought that coffee book you wanted so much or that brewing method you couldn't afford. Hats off to these angels of caffeinated gifts.
8. Enjoying the company of coffee. Coffee time is great for sharing with friends, family, and loved ones. However, there's nothing better than preparing a cup of coffee with your favorite bean and having a moment alone with it. Coffee is great company!
9. Walking into your favorite coffee shop and the barista already knows what to prepare. About the pleasure of not having to describe how your favorite drink should be served!
10. Saving a little coffee in your mug to drink later. That last bit of coffee that's left, but you don't want to pour it down the sink because it's so good. After a while, you remember it's there, and even cold, it's delicious. Orfeu's tip? Add some ice cubes, and if you want a fuller-bodied drink, add milk.