Tipping the Barista Minute Rules

The Ultimate Guide to Not Getting Your Coffee in a Pinch

Are you tired of being a terrible tipper? Do you find yourself consistently leaving a paltry sum on the counter after your barista has gone above and beyond to craft your morning joe? Well, worry no more! Our guide has got you covered.

Rule 1: The 5-Minute Rule

Don't be that guy who leaves his tip after 5 minutes of deliberation. You're not a scientist, and it's not a lab experiment.

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Rule 2: The 10-Minute Rule (aka The "I'm a Busy Person, But I'll Get to It Eventually" Rule)

If you find yourself consistently forgetting to leave a tip after 10 minutes, it's time to reevaluate your priorities. Or your wallet.

10 minutes or less: The Art of Procrastinatory Tipping

Rule 3: The "I'll Just Get a Second Job Someday" Rule

Don't be that guy who says, 'I'll just get a second job and come back and leave a bigger tip.' Newsflash: you're not getting a second job. You're just getting a second coffee.

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And remember, if all else fails, just leave a nice note. Or a drawing. We won't judge you.

Or will we?