The average UK coffee drinker will sip on almost 18,000 litres \u2013 or 62,000 mug-fulls \u2013 of coffee over their lifetime, research has found. A poll of 2,000 adults, who consume coffee, found they enjoy an average of three cups a day, with 7am being the most popular time for the first brew.<\/p>\n
As many as 41 percent revealed they struggle to function properly until they\u2019ve had their first caffeine kick.<\/p>\n
But it\u2019s a case of cappucci-NO when it comes to trying something new \u2013 with 43 percent of consumers admitting they’ve ordered the same coffee for 21 years.<\/p>\n
Following the study, Breville, which commissioned the research, has opened a pop-up \u201cSpill The Beans\u201d caf\u00e9, to inspire coffee fans to be more adventurous with the drink.<\/p>\n
And the home appliances brand has also created a quiz where coffee lovers can put their knowledge of the beverage to the test.<\/p>\n
Spokesman for the brand, Iain Stuart-Crush, said: \u201cAs the study shows, UK consumers can’t get enough of coffee. As anyone who loves a cup will tell you, it very quickly becomes an established part of our daily routines.<\/p>\n
\u201cBut it\u2019s interesting to see how many people aren\u2019t sure whether they\u2019re making the best out of their coffee at home. Perhaps this is why so many people prefer to leave it in the hands of the baristas, more often than not.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe want to show consumers that they can make delicious, barista-quality coffee from their kitchen, with our latest espresso machine innovation.\u201d<\/p>\n
The most popular type of coffee among those polled is latte (21 percent), followed by cappuccino (20 percent), americano (18 percent), and flat white (15 percent).<\/p>\n
However, nearly 74 percent admitted they have no idea which type of coffee bean is used to make their favourite cuppa.<\/p>\n
And while 80 percent have heard of the Arabica variety, many don\u2019t recognise the three other popular types. A third have heard of Robusta, but only nine percent know of Liberica, and just eight percent are familiar with Excelsa.<\/p>\n
Surprisingly, the study, carried out through OnePoll, found 51 percent don\u2019t know the difference between a cold brew and an iced coffee.<\/p>\n
The key difference is that cold brew is made from coffee grounds, steeped in cold water for 12 hours \u2013 whereas iced coffee is cooled regular coffee.<\/p>\n
Using the new Breville Barista Signature Espresso Maker, founder of Artisan Coffee Co., Ashley Palmer-Watts, gave visitors to the caf\u00e9 pop-up some coffee-making tips.<\/p>\n
He said: \u201cPeople often find themselves sticking to the same coffee they\u2019ve been drinking for years, not fully exploring the rich world of coffee.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt was great to be at the Spill the Beans Caf\u00e9 with Breville to help coffee-lovers master the art of homebrewing, and teaching people all about the depth of coffee.<\/p>\n
\u201cI want to help people understand their coffee choices, and give them the confidence to explore different ways of drinking coffee \u2013 including from the comfort of their own home.\u201d<\/p>\n