Blonde.

Let us see how short this post can be.

In an effort to write–and to simply keep on writing–I am posting today. It is the midst of the work week for me. There are many goings-on. Many things to attend to.

However, we have recently celebrated a birthday in our household. We have recently been about town. But that is not why I am writing today.

I am writing today because just the other afternoon I have for the first time tasted Starbucks’s Blonde Roast espresso.

What an experience. I remember standing awkwardly in the lineup. I remember thinking, no. There is no way this will work. I have my favourites and my routines. Trying something new works some of the time, but not all of the time. I thought I would stick to my usual doppio long espresso.

I took the plunge. I ordered a doppio long pour Blonde Roast espresso. And what happened?

The coffee was bright and smooth. Airy and almost sweet. The espresso certainly packed a punch. I have since learned that the lighter the roast the more caffeine content. Oh, I felt the caffeine kick alright.

Bright and sweet, I would say. Just enough aroma. But would I order this espresso as per usual? Perhaps not. I could see myself indulging in a gulp right before another, say, road trip while island hopping. Or I would more than likely support the local cafe in my area.

Coffee is coffee, methinks. It’s better if you make it for yourself. But trying something new once in a while is a treat. It is a treat especially if you are not used to breaking out of your routine once in a while.

And by golly I am grateful for that. Grateful to shake things up from time to time especially if it involves coffee. Though goodness knows I won’t change my morning routine or usual route to work any time soon. Nope.

Me? As long as I get my coffee I’m happy.

Have a great Thursday. And maybe treat yourself to something new today. And why not? I’m sure you deserve it.