For a coffee lover like me….I sometimes like a good cup of tea.


In this busy world there is nothing finer than taking time out
from a busy schedule to enjoy a quiet cuppa by ones self.
Sitting back with a steaming espresso in hand is like entering
an oasis of sanity in the middle of a hectic day.

But then again I do relish sharing a brew with one or more
friends whether it is when they come to visit me at home, or if
we all meet up at a coffee house.

Coffee and tea are an indispensable social tradition the world
over. I know I am grossly insulted if someone comes to my
house and turns down my offer of a cup of the good brew

However, if it is summer and the temperature is running a
little high many people prefer iced coffee or tea to cool them
down rather than to warm them up. Now days, there are also
some really enticing gourmet blends on the market which include
a variety of fruit or nut flavors that add something special to
any occasion.

Both coffee and tea are stimulants which contain caffeine.
However if you are looking to wind down instead of be
up-lifted, you can opt for decaffeinated coffee where the beans
undergo a process to have the caffeine content removed. The
only draw back is the decaffeination process tends to take some
of the flavor with it, so it is best to buy a premium grade of
coffee when you want the “no kick” or light variety.

Some people can’t drink coffee or tea at all because it affects
their blood pressure. More commonly people won’t touch coffee
because it interferes with their sleep patterns. Naturally
enough if you do have trouble sleeping then it would be best
not to have a full strength brew just before you go to bed.
Maybe an herbal tea would be a better choice.

Alternately, you may like to switch to a caffeine-free version
of your favorite brew at bed time. Of course if you want a bit
more buck, then you can always try one of those flavored
stirrers that are becoming more and more popular and readily
available in supermarkets everywhere these days.

Coffee and tea are the caffeine twins (although coffee is the
one with all the hitting power); however it is quite ironic
that both are associated with comfort and relaxation when
really the opposite is in fact the case. If you are really
looking to wind down beer or wine are probably better
depressants.

We all have our different daily rituals when it comes to
drinking coffee or tea.

First thing in the morning I prefer the jolt of a good
espresso. The aroma is as stimulating as the coffee itself. It
might seem strange but at lunch time I enjoy a cup of tea,
something like English breakfast tea does it for me at this
time of the day.

Lately with the arrival of warmer weather I have taken to
drinking Chai tea. The spicy taste is quite refreshing and I
like it either black or with a dash of milk. By the close of
day I really like to finish off with a top quality gourmet
blend coffee and possibly a glass of port or a small brandy on
the side.

Enjoy!

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John - a self confessed coffee lover, shares with you the
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