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Why is Starbucks Bad?

Why is Starbucks Bad?

There’s a lot of hate for the world’s largest coffee chain, aka Starbucks. Charbucks, Starsucks, and other colorful names have been attributed to Starbucks, but if you ask people why they dislike Starbucks, they may not be able to offer many reasons beyond “it tastes...
What is the Origin of Dalgona Coffee?

What is the Origin of Dalgona Coffee?

Dalgona coffee was all the craze during the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic and reached peak popularity roughly between April-May 2020. It was something of a flash in the pan but is a nice treat for those who enjoy bittersweet beverages. But where did it come from?...
Is Drinking Coffee Good for your Skin?

Is Drinking Coffee Good for your Skin?

There is an ongoing debate about the effects of coffee on your skin. As with anything widely consumed and popular, saying something that catches attention will continue to happen, even if it’s unfounded. Some argue coffee’s diuretic effects cause dehydration and lead...
Why Do People Drink Black Coffee?

Why Do People Drink Black Coffee?

How do you take your coffee? Most people will say with some form of cream or sugar. It is reported that 35% of people drink coffee black, meaning roughly 1 in 3 enjoys it straight. But why do they do it? People drink coffee for many reasons, but most may be for health...
What Does Java Coffee Mean?

What Does Java Coffee Mean?

There are plenty of names for coffee and a few more common than Java or a Cup of Joe. The first has a straightforward answer of where it comes from, but it may be less widely understood and requires some understanding of coffee history. Java is a name for coffee...
What Does a Coffee and Honey Mask Do?

What Does a Coffee and Honey Mask Do?

It’s become more and more popular to use coffee for skincare, particularly on your face. If you haven’t already jumped on the coffee and honey skincare train, you may be wondering what do coffee and honey do to help your face? They both have properties that seem to...
What’s the Difference Between Black and White Coffee?

What’s the Difference Between Black and White Coffee?

People seem to be wondering what the difference is between white and black coffee. There are several types of white coffee, which are addressed below, but the one I am focusing on is the extremely lightly roasted version. So, what’s the difference between white and...
Is Starbucks Expensive?

Is Starbucks Expensive?

It seems like something that doesn’t even need to be argued, but I tend to agree with Mark Twain when he said, “Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time to pause and reflect.” People generally regard Starbucks as expensive, and often this can...
Should You Drink Coffee Creamer?

Should You Drink Coffee Creamer?

Cream, creamer, whitener, and half-and-half – there are many options of things you can add to coffee to make it lighter, but should you be adding them? How does coffee creamer compare to the others? Should you drink it? Coffee creamer is made of water, sugar, and...
Is Starbucks Coffee Addictive?

Is Starbucks Coffee Addictive?

Today we dive into the world of conspiracy, chemical romances, and subtle psychology. I have mentioned Starbucks here and there, but it would seem that people believe many outlandish things about the corporation. It’s funny how a mistake or oversight at such a large...