Coffee

I'm feeling a bit snarky about my coffee these days. I've been flying into airports where a good cup of coffee is impossible to find. What's that all about? It's not like there aren't good brands out there. I dream about a strong, flavorful, aromatic brew served with fresh milk or cream. Is that too much to ask? Clearly it can be.

At times I roll the dice and buy a cup only to find they have no fresh milk, only little cups of radiated cream. When I ask the counter folks for milk they roll their eyes but usually pull out a gallon container of milk. This makes me wonder if I'm the only person asking for fresh milk.

On wide bodies at S-CO they have these marvelous espresso machines that serve up a flavorful and strong espresso or cappuccino.  Be still my heart. That machine is enough to  keep me bidding the 777 until retirement.  If I could, but alas I'm on reserve. At the mercy of coffee vendors around the country. 

 I find everyone has a preference for their morning beverage. While I like a strong bitter brew, some like a lighter blond flavor, while others prefer a medium roast. We all agree though that the coffee must be fresh and served properly.  The vessel it's served in can make or break your cup of joe.  A heated ceramic cup is the first choice and a paper cup is the next best thing. Styrofoam should never be used because it imparts a nasty taste to both tea and coffee.  The current styrofoam cups came with the Starbucks coffee S-UA once brewed. We were told due to the high brewing temperature styrofoam was needed so that customers could hold the cups. In First/ Business Class we have a terrific mug which when heated holds a good amount of coffee and makes a terrific presentation. Now if only we could upgrade the economy cups. Either that or install espresso machines on every airplane. Frankly I'm leaning towards that idea.

I don't know about you but a good cup of java really starts my day off right so if we must drink our coffee on the go could we please have a flavorful brew with fresh milk, cream and paper cups?  I'll be less cranky.......I promise.

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