What is in your cup?

[jewelery]

...and then you get us other "phillistines" who do not drink "real" milk in our coffee at all, it's powdered milk only...the thought of the real milk in coffee is shudder-inducing....

[beppe]

Originally Posted by Stitchawl

They looked at me like I had two heads!

were you hiding the other two under a shawl?
Smart move in foreign countries.

[beppe]

Originally Posted by jewelery

...and then you get us other "phillistines" who do not drink "real" milk in our coffee at all, it's powdered milk only...the thought of the real milk in coffee is shudder-inducing....

Some times, espresso in a bar is a bit too acid. A drop or two of cold milk makes it smooth. Only fresh milk.
This happens if one drinks espresso without sugar or sweeteners, like I do.

[jewelery]

Originally Posted by beppe

Some times, espresso in a bar is a bit too acid. A drop or two of cold milk makes it smooth. Only fresh milk.
This happens if one drinks espresso without sugar or sweeteners, like I do.

True, in the case of fancy coffees like cappucino's and the like, I agree, but in my every morning, thru-the-day cuppa, powdered milk is preferred...there is just a taste-thing that is unexplainable, and again, personal taste, I guess...

[pdurrant]

Coke Zero #1

[astra]

To be honest, I cannot imagine drinking coffee without fresh milk and sugar; cappuccino/latte without sugar.
Then again, I generally don't drink any of them at all because I don't like the taste. I tried it in different countries in Europe, different prices and café/restaurant levels.
However, if I ever visit Cuba or Mexico again I will ...with it.
Cuban latte and Mexican cappuccino were fantastic! Cuban cappuccino was even better but a bit too strong for me, so Cuban latte and Mexican cappuccino were approximately the same


Cuppa #2
Assam Mangalam

[orlok]

Originally Posted by Iridal

In my cup: Rooibos crème caramel, the last cup *sniff* I'm going to visit the teashop in Ghent today and see if they have any ...

Originally Posted by astra

Caddy is included into the price. They also have a superb range of strainers. I have medium. It is very fine indeed.
I guess you would need either small or medium sized.
Thus you could combine the delivery charges

Originally Posted by orlok

I'll post back once I have had a try .

Excellent service from eteaket - it's arrived already, only a day after my order . Shame I'm off out for a couple of days so I won't be able to make the most of it, but I have managed to find time for one cuppa, and I have to say it is lovely stuff!

I have added a smidgeon of sugar (which I don't normally take), no milk, and infused with the new strainer, which was a perfect fit for my mug (thank you astra). It has a nice gentle spicy taste, with strong caramel overtones - I'm a sucker for a caramel coffee, so this is a great alternative.

Thanks again for the recommendation .

[astra]

Originally Posted by orlok

Excellent service from eteaket - it's arrived already, only a day after my order

Thanks again for the recommendation .

That was quick!
I am really glad that you enjoy the tea and strainer

Spoiler:

I have this odd character, that when I suggest something and the person spends money and buys it, I am worrying whether they like it or not. If not then I feel guilty that I was the cause for wasted money for the person I hate wasting money on useless things! Maybe because money is always hard to come by for me. That's why I would not be able to be a sales person because I am always 100% honest and point out both positive and negative sides. Probably would not be able to sell one item if I didn't see how the item can benefit the the client

Cuppa #3
Ahmad Hampton Breakfast.

[Iridal]

Originally Posted by orlok

Excellent service from eteaket - it's arrived already, only a day after my order . Shame I'm off out for a couple of days so I won't be able to make the most of it, but I have managed to find time for one cuppa, and I have to say it is lovely stuff!

I have added a smidgeon of sugar (which I don't normally take), no milk, and infused with the new strainer, which was a perfect fit for my mug (thank you astra). It has a nice gentle spicy taste, with strong caramel overtones - I'm a sucker for a caramel coffee, so this is a great alternative.

Thanks again for the recommendation .

I'm so glad you like it! I picked up some new teas today (even though I promised myself I wouldn't): Rooibos Orange Lemon Lime, Rooibos Chocolate Mint and Aloë Vera (recommended by my sister). I'll try the Rooibos chocolate mint after lunch, right now I'm having a glass of water and then I'm heading out for a 5K run!

[astra]

Originally Posted by Iridal

Aloë Vera (recommended by my sister)

Is supposed to be a mine of vitamins and very healthy.
Some people grow it at home for direct use.


White yoghurt.

[Iridal]

Tried the Rooibos chocolate mint just now. It tastes more like mint than chocolate, but I like it. I think I'll have another cup right away

[astra]

A mug of Rooibos.
Didn't drink rooibos for months.

[kindlekitten]

Originally Posted by jewelery

True, in the case of fancy coffees like cappucino's and the like, I agree, but in my every morning, thru-the-day cuppa, powdered milk is preferred...there is just a taste-thing that is unexplainable, and again, personal taste, I guess...

you have to be careful with that powdered stuff, there is all sorts of nasty junk in it

[ProfCrash]

Originally Posted by Iridal

Tried the Rooibos chocolate mint just now. It tastes more like mint than chocolate, but I like it. I think I'll have another cup right away

Yummy!

I am having a glass of Cran Blackberry.

[bjones6416]

Water in my cup -- I had my coffee early this morning. I was out the door for my walk by 5:45 a.m. today. I had a lot of energy, maybe because I was so inactive yesterday. It's going to be hot here again today, so I'm glad to be back inside now, reading MR with a cat in my lap.