Picture this. You have just been served a steaming cup of your favorite coffee. You know, that cup you’ve been tasting since you opened your eyes to the tunes of your local station. Lifting the cup to your lips and inhaling that powerful aroma will make your senses awaken to a brand new day full of possibility, and everything will look just a little brighter with some caffeine in your system. For most of us coffee drinkers, that first morning cup is key to starting our day. That’s a lot of pressure on a little mug, even if it has carried the title of “World’s Greatest Mom” for six years and counting.
I personally, am a hold the hot cup in hand for a few minutes, taking it all in and allowing it to cool just a tad for fear of burning my tongue. However, I have been witness to some who can not wait one second before taking a gulp. Not only am I in awe of these folks, specifically that their tongue can be submitted to such temperatures without even a flinch, but I also wonder if that’s how they approach life in general.
Coffee Drinker A: Are they the kind that are all about instant gratification, impatient, the “I Want It Now” generation? Are they the kind who don’t think before they leap/drink? Can they not be bothered with strategic planning and cost analysis or are they simply fearless, live in the moment kinda folks who will always take that leap of faith no matter the situation?
Coffee Drinker B: Based on my approach then, I guess I might be categorized as too fearful to make a move, the kind who has to analyze everything before taking a step/sip. Or maybe I just like to savor the moment, commit it to memory before moving on in case what’s coming down the pipeline isn’t as pleasant. I’m definitely comfortable in this category as I’m sure to avoid getting burned.
An interesting and totally random thought…the caffeinated approach to life. Think about it when you pick up your next cup of coffee or as you’re standing in line waiting to be rewarded with a steamy, grande, two sweet n low, skinny latte…oh wait that’s my order. Nevertheless, I guarantee you will observe both types of coffee drinkers all around you.
How about you? Are you Coffee Drinker A or Coffee Drinker B?
Of course, if you’re not a coffee drinker, then it’s a moot point. And, I just basically wasted 2.3 minutes of your life or however long it took you to read this random thought. Cheers!
I like hot cocoa ^.^
Hot cocoa works for me too, though my go to cup of choice is my morning coffee. So…hot cocoa drinker A or B?
Definely a B, me! As you now know, I’m a tea drinker, but the A and B factors are the same! I like this post a lot!
I’m definitely a B as well…although now that I think about it I probably became a B after getting burned.
If you substitute tea for the coffee, then I’m definitely a B. Sometimes I wonder why I don’t just add ice cubes to begin with.
I have definitely been desperate enough to place my mug in the fridge for a second or two.
I drink tea.
But the principal still applies. I always take the first sip when I think it has sufficiently cooled, but often burn my tongue anyway! So, I want to be a B but am an A? Can I be an A- or a B+? 
I’ll give you an A- then!
Thanks.
Oh my, I am definitely an A! I can’t even wait for it to be fully brewed! I’m trying to relate it to my life…and yes, some things I jump right in without thinking too much about but other things I really drag my feet on….hmmm??? I think I am a person who just needs their caffeine now!!!
I’m starting to think we coffee drinkers seem to be a demanding bunch in general!
My husband has his first two cups gone before I’ve even taken my first sip. Yes, I’m a savorer, but he is definitely not jump-in-head-first-without-thinking type of person, so maybe he is that Category C? The IV caffeine? Fun post!
I definitely should’ve added that C category!
I’m a green tea drinker, and I can’t drink it too hot, so add some cold water.
Great idea! I have actually placed my mug in the fridge for a few seconds when my morning calls for it.
Desperate times call for desperate measures.
I am definitely the TYPE A coffee drinker. As soon as the coffee is poured into the cup it goes right into my mouth. Now, I don’t know if that’s because I’m a risk taker or because my three year still doesn’t sleep through the night. Can we have a category C for those of us who need an I.V. drip of coffee?
You would request an additional category!
Of course, given your circumstances I say intravenous caffeine intake is the way to go!
I don’t drink much coffee, I am more of a tea drinker. However, I drink my tea hot and black which has given me somewhat of an mouth that can handle intense heat. Coffee with milk seems tepid to me even if only just poured. This blog post has made me need coffee! lol
So, I need bootcamp for coffee drinkers and my mouth will become accustomed to really hot coffee…where do I sign up?
Sorry to make you crave the java. Come on over to the dark side. lol
I did and it was delicious!
I like your humor…
Why thank you! I’m always amazed when someone actually gets me.
Thanks for the visit!
B with a capital-:)
Me too!
Hmmm…I think I’m very impatient, but also cautious, which is why I enjoy iced coffee
I fully expected to hear from an iced coffee drinker. I’m not a fan myself which is why I had no idea how to work it into my post.
However, I can see the allure of the instant gratification!
Sorry I had to be “that” reader
Coffee Drinker B with A tendencies.
Strong A tendencies. I just don’t like to burn my mouth.
So you’re a bi-polar coffee drinker?
THAT IS THE BEST COME BACK OF THE DAY!
WHC!!!! (Whole Hearted Chuckle-dibs on the copyright for that one!)
Well…I feel like you may have written about Coffee Drinker A for me. I’m a drink it right now type of person, burning tongue be damned.
Wow! The risk is worth the reward…I like it!
I just got my first cup of coffee. It is sitting here in front of me at my PC desk. I am coffee B type. I am holding strong waiting for it to cool just a tiny bit, before I take that first wonderful sip
That’s me every morning!
I’m a B all over. Precise & patient. I am always looking for that ‘optimum’ drinking temperature that I can enjoy a hot drink at. No burnt tongue. Just pure caffeine induced bliss. Yummmm xx
I have yet to find my “optimum” drinking temperature and am always impressed (and a bit annoyed) when people order their coffee at a specific temperature. lol
Makes me want to go make a cup right now! Be right back!
Ha ha…okay, come back and let us know how you fare!