I don’t mind paying a little extra for an above average cup of coffee. I probably wouldn’t have said that 2 or 3 years ago, but things have changed and I can now taste the difference. Regular Starbucks coffee is not above average, it’s average.
There’s nothing wrong with that. Especially being on the road, I value Starbucks’ reliability to deliver me an average cup of coffee.
While I was waiting in line today, ready to order my regular coffee, other people’s orders were being called out on the other side of the bar, loudly, for the entire world to hear. As usual. Great big long drinks, something like, “venti dairy free iced mocha latte with an extra shot for Derek!”.
Derek, not really expecting the announcement and fanfare, slowly steps forward to own up to his drink and get back to the construction site. At least that’s what his attire hinted at.
Starbucks just happens to be one of those places where they force you to own up to your nutritional religion in front of everyone.
And let’s face it, when we hear the drink title shouted from the rooftops, it’s kinda interesting to see who claims it. What kind of person corresponds to THAT drink? How shall I choose to judge them?
Oh, HE’S getting a skinny? Does SHE really need sugar free? Should children even be having coffee? Who are these parents?
If you really pay attention you can see everyone else judging too.
Man, it’s a zoo out there. And I guess I just have appreciation for a place where you’re publicly forced be FOR something rather that against.
Derek, it’s all good man.
