Hipster cafes — which is basically a euphemism for high-end, overpriced coffee shops — have long existed as an extension of so-called “coffee culture.” The fact that the term “culture” is even associated with coffee is pretty cringe. But so are the folks who wholeheartedly embrace it. Liking black coffee, as opposed to a PSL or frappuccino, is suddenly a measure of one’s caffeine expertise, instead of just a simple drink preference. Flaunting where and how your coffee beans were sourced is suddenly a symbol of superiority. And comparing how debilitating your own caffeine habits are suddenly determines whether you’re even worthy of drinking the darn beverage.
That’s all to say that “coffee culture” is pretentious. As described by one Redditor in a 2020 post titled “Coffee culture is just as annoying/cringey as weed culture,” people “use it as a crutch for gaps in their personality.” Hipster cafes are only feeding into that culture, providing customers the standard drink options of an espresso, an americano, a latte, a macchiato and maybe one or two funky creations just to spice things up. Ask for a frappuccino and you’re bound to get several side-eyes and snarky remarks.
Hey, don't like 'em? Don't go to them. Go to Dunkin' Donuts or your local greasy spoon instead. Or brew your own.
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