Take It From a Woman: You, a Man, Should Have a Steadfast Morning Coffee Routine

"Regardless of whether you're already planning the next date in your head or plan on never calling her again, brewing a cup of coffee is one of those small gestures of kindness you should extend to everyone. (If I have to make the trek back home in last night's dress, the least you can do is offer me a cup of joe.) Bonus points if you have a dedicated, well-honed coffee routine."

"It was a pour-over, a process of coffee making I find inherently sexy. The labor of hand-grinding the beans, the precision of measuring the grounds, the patience of the slow pour. It's all very intentional, unlike, say, absentmindedly popping a plastic coffee pod in a Keurig. I was impressed by the intentionality and pleased I didn't have to lift a finger. I simply lounged on the couch and watched a handsome man take his time with my drink."

Making coffee for a woman in the morning is a small, courteous gesture that demonstrates care and hospitality. Intentional brewing methods like pour-over emphasize attention through hand-grinding, precise measuring, and slow pouring. A cultivated coffee routine—whether using an espresso machine, moka pot, high-quality beans, or travel mugs—projects maturity and travel-savvy taste. Coffee rituals provide structure to mornings and serve as a realistic alternative to overly ambitious pre-work routines. Small, deliberate acts around coffee can create pleasant impressions, offer comfort, and anchor daily habits without requiring extensive time or effort.

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