Ahh...coffee. There is nothing better than enjoying a hot, tasty cup of caffeine-laced goodness before starting your day. Unfortunately, the wallets of coffee-lovers across the nation are feeling the pinch.
Want to cut your costs? You've got a few options:
Option one: go cold turkey and give up your love for coffee altogether. Although this choice will save you the most money, be prepared for the splitting headaches that come with caffiene withdrawal and perhaps even some rocking in a corner huddled in the fetal position.
Option two: buy brewed coffee. Brewed coffee is normally half as much as specialty espresso drinks and many coffee shops offer a wide variety of blends (including organic).
Option three: buy a coffee grinder and either a French press or coffee maker and make your own coffee. French presses are very easy to use, reasonably priced, and don't have to be plugged into anything. They are also very portable and come in all sizes.
A word of caution: if you do buy a French press, prepare your tastebuds for an explosion of amazingly strong and delicious coffee. French presses deliver more flavor due to the fact that the hot water completely surrounds the coffee grounds, allowing the full flavor to be extracted from the beans.
Don't forget to buy a coffee thermos if you decide to start making your own coffee! Not only will you have something to carry your brew in, but many coffee shops will offer discounts if you bring in your own container.
--Lauren
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