A few days without coffee was quite a stretch, thanks to being sick, I got a mini caffeine detox.
It wasn’t really fun and slowly affected me. I did not like how it was but it was needed for my recovery. I felt like it was the longest 4 days in my life that I was quite time disoriented too just because first, I can’t really go outside, second, there was no coffee nor significant amount of caffeine in my system. When I started feeling like it messes me up a little bit, I just couldn’t bear it anymore, I need coffee pronto!
I still try to also be mindful about it by pairing the coffee with what I call “ the perfect breakfast combo”. I like to eat something light during the morning because heavy food that includes a rather large portion of carbs messes me up. I always feel sluggish when I eat rice. That's why I prefer either oats or bread to start the day. This time, I chose a croissant with beef and egg, rich in protein with decently sized carbs. As I mentioned earlier, I also tried to limit my carb, it’s part of my attempt to replace rice with small bread. I think this month, I can totally do my goals which is limiting fried food and also carbs. It’s not that I believe carbs are evil but less of it seems to be helpful to me.
I paired the croissant with an Irish coffee latte just because during the language exchange, people were talking about it. To me, Irish coffee should have alcohol but it didn't. I mean, it’s fine as long as it’s coffee, right? Even just after a few sips, I was already energized. I realized it wasn’t actually long since I had coffee but just because I am heavily reliant on it for many reasons, it felt like eternity. I did not go to Starbucks since they don’t have an Irish latte, I went to Fore again, it has grown on me and now I think I get addicted to their coffee. I believe there’s something about their coffee that truly just intrigued me. They are not watered down, just have the perfect amount of caffeine and the milk is fine. I don’t even have to switch to oatmilk with fore. It is another story with Starbucks where I have to switch to oatmilk. Anyway, I am completely recovered and the coffee helps me recuperate. It also gets me into a creative zone and somehow, I have more courage talking to more people and starting another adventure soon. If you used to like my travel shenanigans, I am back on the road and back on being the backpacker I was.
Since it’s almost end-year, I have to say my coffee experience this year was beyond me. One of my most memorable experiences was when I visited the biggest Starbucks Reserve in South East Asia. I did many coffee tastings, cafes, and etc. Learned where civet coffee was made and how unethical it was and the history and stories behind it. I am glad that this community exists for coffee addicts like myself because without this community, I don’t know where I can really share my coffee post.Even if you know me as that girl who posts random stuff but at least you know me as someone who is also consistent when it comes to coffee. If I stopped talking about coffee then there’s got to be something wrong with me or most likely I’ve been kidnapped and the kidnapper doesn’t want me to talk about coffee anymore. Have a lovely holiday everyone!
For the best experience view this post on Liketu
Saw your comment on Twitter and felt like dropping by to let you know that you aren't broadcasting to the void on here. At the very least, I am always here, but I'm sure many others are too.
@elmerlin Thank you so much! I feel like twitter was sort of me talking to the void but certainly hive is a different story. I hope others feel that way too, that they are not talking to the void here.
If I ever need coffee lessons or anything close to that, I know who to meet :))
Glad you are all recovered 🙏🏾
@stevenson7 hahaha for sure! just ask me questions if you wanna know anything about coffee.
What went wrong? Did they run out of whiskey?
@manniman It's just that most coffee where I live now doesn't serve alcoholic coffee. It's such a pity. I miss my Bali life, I can have alcohol and coffee in the same cup :D
They don't serve alcohol at all?
You could bring your own Irish ☘️ to the party doh. But I can’t recommend getting drunk alone.
You're invited if I am trying to get drunk😄
Very good, let's get wasted and have a party for two! ;)
I had a really good read and I am so glad you are much better now. Happy New Month❤️
I think have only tasted three common flavors of coffee, I would love to try more someday, a little exploration wouldn’t hurt😌
I must say that those images are really great, sharp and creative. Makes me want to grab your breakfast from my screen😂. I have never tasted a croissant, I think I really need to consider trying out new foods🤔.
@creativepearl hahah thank you! I've been trying to learn about food photography. Great to know you think the same way.
You are coffee and coffee is you. That's what I all know about you. It's interesting hahaha. It's good at least you stand 4 days without coffee and also good know that you are that backpack girl! I'm looking forward where you are going to travel now. Following you 👀
@incublus I am honestly pretty surprised about the place I am currently visiting. Will share some pics soon.
Waiting for them Cemy!
Wow4 days without coffee - thsts a really long time. I don't know if I could handle it.
Bet you couldn't. It was rough! but thankfully I recover, so that's something. Now I can have all the coffee I wan 😊
When I read the title, I thought you were a real beer monster, Irish Coffee for breakfast! So if there's no alcohol in it, what makes it an Irish Coffee please?
Anyway, glad you're better and don't worry, no one would kidnap you. They couldn't afford your Starbucks bill ;-) lol
Have a great weekend Mac :-)
I know right! like that's what I expected from Irish coffee, with some alcohol in it but nope😂 also you just invented the greatest joke that I will tell to everyone with credits too of course XD
A good dose of coffee in our bodies is necessary. I can't imagine life without the rich aroma and flavor of a good coffee. Success in your next days.