The Demanding Coffee Girl (and Proud of It ☕️)
Daily dose ☕️ linked my espresso machine for you guys — it’s a game changer.
I’ll admit it… sometimes I feel way too specific when I order coffee. You know the kind of order that makes the barista pause and give you a second look? Yeah, that’s me.
My go-to? An extra-dry cappuccino. Translation: tons of foam, way less milk, and that strong coffee punch coming through. Basically, all the drama of the foam with none of the heaviness of steamed milk. I can’t help it—I don’t really love milk, so I’m that person who tries to make it very, very clear when I order. Foam queen over here 👑
Sometimes I wonder if I sound like such a snob when I say it out loud—but then I take that first sip, and I remember exactly why I do it. Coffee is serious business (or at least it is before 10 AM).
Coffee Lingo 101
Cortado → Equal parts espresso + steamed milk. Smooth, balanced, not too strong, not too milky. Think of it as the peacekeeper of coffee drinks.
Flat White → Espresso with velvety microfoam. Creamier than a latte, but not as frothy as a cappuccino. (Basically, Australia’s love letter to coffee.)
Dry Cappuccino → Espresso with foam, but just a little milk. Light and airy—like drinking a coffee cloud.
Extra-Dry Cappuccino → My order! Espresso with almost all foam, barely any milk. Intense coffee flavor without the heaviness.
Tips for Ordering Coffee Like a Pro
Know your foam game → Dry vs. extra-dry vs. wet makes all the difference.
Dial up the strength → Love it bold? Ask for an extra shot.
Milk swaps matter → Oat for creamy, almond for light, soy for nutty.
Temperature trick → Say warm, not hot if you want to sip instantly.
Sweeten smartly → Cinnamon or cocoa powder = flavor without sugar crash.
So tell me—what’s your coffee order? Are you a straight-up black coffee kind of person? A creamy latte loyalist? Or do you, like me, have a super specific request that makes the barista sigh just a little?
Because if there’s one thing I’ve learned: coffee orders say a lot about us. And honestly, being a little demanding might just mean you know exactly what you like—and there’s nothing wrong with that.
xo,
Gal Off Duty
