Tipping the Barista: A Guide to Not Being a Jerk

1. The 5-Minute Rule

Don't be the customer who orders a drink and then proceeds to make the barista wait 5 minutes for you to decide what to get. You're not in college anymore, buddy.

Tip: 5-10% of your drink order

2. The Smile and Wave

Smile and wave at the barista, even if you're secretly judging them for their hairdo. It's not that hard.

Tip: $1-2

3. The Cash-Up

Pay for your drink with exact change, no matter how much you've been drinking.

Tip: 10-15% of your drink order