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Bookish & Brewed Favorites

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A mix of my go-to book and coffee finds — nothing fancy, just things I actually like and use. If you’re into strong coffee, good books (thrillers, spicy stuff, a little of everything), and everyday comfort, this list is for you.
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Coffee Bar Must-Haves

 
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This one’s for the mornings that feel like a cliffhanger. Smooth, bold, and just the right amount of dramatic—these pods are the plot twist my TBR mornings needed. Brew, sip, repeat.
Nespresso Vertuo Double Espresso Pods – The Plot Twist That Comes in a Pod
 
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Because sometimes you want your coffee bar to feel like your favorite café—minus the line and the price tag. These are my go-to for iced lattes at home when I want the full experience without leaving my reading chair. Bonus: they look extra cute in c...
Clear Iced Coffee Cups w/ Lids & Straws 100
 
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I’ve tried a lot of matcha and most of it tastes like regret. This one? Smooth, earthy, not bitter, and actually drinkable without holding your nose. If you're trying to be “that girl” but still have tastebuds—this is the matcha for you.
Matcha Powder Without Lawn Clipping Taste
 
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IYKYK: pink drinks are basically the lifeblood of teenage girls. Instead of dropping $6 at Starbucks every time mine blink, I toss these freeze-dried strawberries into coconut milk and call it a day. It’s giving mom genius. It’s giving savings. It’s ...
Freeze-Dried Strawberries for Pink Drinks
 
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If you’ve ever side-eyed the price of Nespresso pods mid-scroll, same. These reusable foil lids let you refill your Vertuo pods instead of tossing 'em — which is great for your wallet and the planet. Bonus: now I can feel like a sustainability queen ...
Nespresso Vertuo Reusable Pod Lids
 
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Perfect little glass mugs for espresso shots that look as good as they taste. I use these as the base for every iced latte or homemade coffee recipe. They keep the shot hot, make everything feel fancy, and yes — they’re totally part of the aesthetic.
JoyJolt Double Wall Espresso Mugs Set of 2
 
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These hang out next to my espresso machine and get used for everything from matcha to mocktails. Way classier than the butter knives I used to stir with and way easier to rinse and reuse than you'd expect.
Stainless Steel Drink Stirrers Set of 10
 
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For the mornings when one cup won't cut it… and the afternoons when someone suddenly wants decaf. This thing lets me use K-Cups or grounds, make just one cup or a whole pot, and generally keeps the caffeine situation flexible (because everything else...
Hamilton Beach FlexBrew Trio Coffee Maker Combo
 
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Because stirring espresso with a full-size spoon feels like eating cake with a spatula. These are tiny, sleek, and exactly the vibe for a coffee setup that looks as good as it tastes.
Black Stainless Steel Espresso Spoons - Set of 8
 
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This little guy lives on my counter because I make tea almost every night while I read. It heats up fast, looks cute with the blue light, and I don’t have to think twice about it shutting off while I’m mid-chapter.
Hamilton Beach 1L Glass Electric Tea Kettle