"Hello, we are Those People Who Order Something Generic and Refuse to Clarify What They Really Want."

I'm the older man who disdains all of the nuances of these modern, trendy coffee places. I come in and say, with a grumble, "I'd like a regular coffee." The barista asks me if I want light or dark, and I let out a grunt and repeat, "I just want REGULAR COFFEE. Nothing more than just regular." I don't seem to grasp the fact that light and dark are both types of regular coffee.

Or, I'm the lady who comes in and orders tea. When asked what type of tea, I say it's some good tea that I had the other day, and can offer no further details. When the baristas ask me questions about the flavor, smell, color, and so on, I just reiterate over and over that it's a good tea. Nevermind that the shop offers Earl Grey, Darjeeling, Jasmine, Chamomille, English Breakfast, etc etc etc. I assume that my preferred cup of tea is the one of choice, so I'm upset when I receive a different type than the Irish Breakfast tea I actually wanted.


Either way, it's very nice to meet you.