Ultimate Coffee Tier List [2024] [ELITE & PRESTIGIOUS ROAST]

Legend Tier: Espresso, Doppio

Diamond Tier: Ristretto, Lungo, Americano (no milk), Legend Tier decaf versions

Platinum Tier: Cappuccino, Flat White, Tonic Espresso

Gold Tier: Latte, Cortado

Crap Tier: Caffè macchiato, Affogato, Mocha, Irish

Whipped cream, sauce, iced versions = (-1) Tier.

22 Comments
 

A- Nero, coffee tastes good, not badly priced. Would be better if they brought it back on the weekly O2 priority.

B- Pret, again, good coffee, not bad prices. Take a flask in, ask for filter coffee, ultimate budget hack.

C- Greggs. Half decent, does what it says on the tin. Still on O2 priority. Not bad prices.

D- Costa, coffee has gone downhill, too bitter, now feels overpriced for taste.

E- Starbucks. Overpriced American burnt coffee. Only worth it for the fun stuff that'd basically a dessert

 

A- Nero, coffee tastes good, not badly priced. Would be better if they brought it back on the weekly O2 priority.

B- Pret, again, good coffee, not bad prices. Take a flask in, ask for filter coffee, ultimate budget hack.

C- Greggs. Half decent, does what it says on the tin. Still on O2 priority. Not bad prices.

D- Costa, coffee has gone downhill, too bitter, now feels overpriced for taste.

E- Starbucks. Overpriced American burnt coffee. Only worth it for the fun stuff that'd basically a dessert

All of the big chains have terrible coffee. Might as well get it from McDonald's. Same quality but cheap.

 

hear me out i actually cannot taste the difference between decaf and caf. like decaf doesn't hit the same but it does taste the same

 
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Here's my coffee preferences:

### **Top Tier: Elite Roasts**
- **Blue Bottle Coffee:** Complex flavors with smooth feeling that comes with caffeine 
- **Intelligentsia:** Known for their meticulous sourcing, resulting in nicely designed, nuanced cups.
- **Stumptown:** Well balanced, with a strong emphasis on organic sourcing.

### **High Tier: Prestigious Brews**
- **Counter Culture:** Solid, reliable, and always delivers a consistent quality.
- **La Colombe:** Bold and flavorful, with a creamy texture that stands out.
- **Peet's Coffee:** Strong and dark, perfect for those who like a robust cup.

### **Mid Tier: Solid Choices**
- **Starbucks Reserve:** Offers more unique options compared to regular Starbucks.
- **Lavazza:** A go-to for a smooth espresso

- **Dunkin' Donuts:** Dependable and widely available, with a classic taste.

 

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