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]]>Surf in El Paredon
About a four-hour drive from Guatemala City, El Paredon is the perfect coastal city to soak up some rays, and enjoy many water sports that are an integral way of life for locals in this area. Book a surfing lesson or just lay on the beach and relax.
Visit a Coffee Farm
Visit a coffee plantation and learn the history of coffee production in Guatemala, the production process, and enjoy an authentic tasting experience. We recommend the Ride Filadelfia Coffee Plantation tour, where you can explore the coffee trails on horseback.
Hike a Live Volcano
Head to Antigua and book a hiking tour to see a live volcano! We recommend booking with a professional tour for safety reasons. Grab your backpack, some hiking boots, and lots of water, and get moving.
Chocolate Making Class
Book a chocolate production class and tour, and revel in the artisanal chocolate experience. The country is known for producing some of the best chocolate in the world, and this is the pace to try it! We recommend booking a workshop at ChocoMuseo Antigua!
Shop at Chichicastenango Market
This is a great place to explore the history of Guatemala, engage with locals, taste authentic cuisine, and buy amazing souvenirs to remember your trip by.
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Let’s call it as we see it. Creamer can be incredibly delicious when applied to coffee, but it’s really just a glorified dessert. When we add it to our coffee, it’s not because we “need” it to help keep us awake. No, we already have the coffee itself for that. The creamer gives us that sugar rush—that sweet, dessert-like taste that we can get away with at nine in the morning because it’s “part of the coffee experience”.
Yeah, But Who Cares?
With all of that being said, there’s always the “yeah, but who cares” argument. Hey, if you’re loving it, and it’s working for you, then have at it! Coffee creamers can truly elevate your coffee to the next level. If you were going to add sugar anyway, then you might as well make it a creamer instead.
All we ask is that you be aware of what you’re doing. Especially if you’re trying to watch your sugar intake, this may be something that’s bringing you down in secret.
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]]>Calm and Collected
If you’re calm and collected, we recommend one of Starbucks’ more simple drinks, like a hot vanilla or pumpkin latte or cappuccino. This drink is calming and delicious, with enough caffeine to keep you collected throughout your work day.
Dark and Brooding
If you’re dark and brooding we recommend Starbucks Nitro Cold Brew with no sweetener. It’s simple, bold, and dark, and the perfect drink to kick start your day. It may also match that leather jacket you’re always wearing.
Sweet and Bubbly
If you’re sweet and bubbly by nature, we recommend a pink drink. The drink is both bright and sweet, making it a perfect afternoon pick-me-up to brighten your day and satisfy that sweet craving.
Nutty and Fun
If you can be described as both nutty and fun, we recommend one of Starbucks’ holiday drinks such as the Chestnut Praline or Sugar Cookie Latte. These flavors are both out of the box and nutty, and the ultimate way to kick off a fun holiday season.
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]]>The Pros
We’ve all been there—a long day stretches into the evening, and the temptation for a late-night coffee break arises. The good news is that enjoying a cup of coffee in the evening can have its perks.
The rich, warm beverage can provide a comforting ritual, offering a moment of relaxation and mental clarity. Plus, the social aspect of sharing a cup of coffee with friends or loved ones can foster connection and create cherished memories.
The Cons
However, it’s important to consider the impact of caffeine on your sleep. Coffee contains caffeine, a stimulant that can linger in your system for hours.
While caffeine affects everyone differently, it generally interferes with the quality and duration of sleep. Consuming coffee too close to bedtime may result in difficulty falling asleep, disrupted sleep patterns, or even insomnia.
Balancing Act
If you’re looking for a way to split the difference, here’s how. Consider switching to decaf or opt for alternative warm beverages like herbal tea or warm milk. If you can’t resist the allure of coffee, try limiting your consumption to earlier in the evening.
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]]>A Sprinkle or Two
There are some things that you can add to your coffee grounds to perk them up a bit (if you’ll pardon the pun). Sprinkling some salt may sound bizarre, but doing so actually helps to cut the acidity in the grounds and bring out their natural sweetness. If that’s too odd for you, try it with cinnamon, nutmeg, or cardamom.
Milk It For All It’s Worth
Topping your coffee with a bit of froth is a sure fire way to make it feel a little fancier. Don’t get yourself into a froth if you don’t have a milk frother. You can create foam by warming some milk, placing it in a jar or any resealable container, and shaking as hard as you can.
Chocolate to the Rescue
If all else fails, just add some chocolate to your coffee. You can make your own mocha using hot chocolate powder or by melting in a piece of good quality dark chocolate.
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Delight offers an interesting selection of coffee creamers, including a flavor as unexpected as Coldstone Sweet Cream. You should definitely give this creamer a try if you’re looking for something solid and reliable.
Coffee-Mate
If you’re looking for the best of the best, look no further than Coffee-Mate. From French Vanilla to Hazelnut to all the classics, this is the creamer we’d recommend to try first. After that, feel free to explore as much as you want.
Califia Farms
Many dairy farms have made a splash recently in the supermarkets, and Califia Farms is one of them. Offering coffee and coffee creamer in oat milk and almond milk varieties (just to name a few), this impressive brand has everything a modern coffee drinker needs.
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]]>We all see them. From college students, to teachers, to business professionals, almost everyone is walking around with a cup of steaming hot or ice cold coffee. These coffee cups and mugs seem to be just as much of a trend as they are a vessel containing the student’s necessary caffeine fix.
Different people prefer different methods of coffee carriers. There are those who love mason jars, those who love those clear, monogrammed cups, those who prefer a simple tin thermos, and those who sport the reusable, branded coffee shop cups. Whatever your preference is, make sure that your coffee cup of choice matches your aesthetic.
Stores and coffee shops have begun customizing their mugs, thermoses, and coffee cups because of the demand for a fashionable beverage holding product. Stores like target and Walmart offer a wide variety of these coffee cups. For example, they carry tons of inexpensive colorful, neutral, and different coffee containers and you are sure to find one at an inexpensive price that fits your style.
Whether you opt to buy a thermos with a coffee pun or decide to purchase a more simple cup, know that you can add to your style, just by carrying your signature coffee container around with you.
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