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Why people do not buy Coffee.

For home brewers who own the gear, chase the perfect cup, and can taste a stale bag. See the doubts and regrets people repeat, plus the linked comments behind each objection.

8 objections139 comments5 threadsupdated 5 days ago

  1. “I'm spending way too much money on coffee, it's adding up to thousands a year”

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    How to answerShow cost per cup vs. buying out. Offer subscription savings or bulk discounts that make the math work in their favor.

    “Last week, I would agree with you. But this week I just met someone’s girlfriend who hits up Starbucks two times a day for seven dollar drinks. She struggles financially. For her specifically it’s big problem. Back of the napkin math tells me she drops almost 5K on coffee a year”

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  2. “People keep gifting me terrible coffee that I don't want to drink”

    other
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    How to answerCreate a gift guide or registry. Educate gift-givers on quality markers so they buy what enthusiasts actually want.

    “Hhaahhahahaja. I have a friend that already knows that I only drink specialty coffee but she insist in giving me the worst coffees ever, because she consumes them and are "premium"… you know... Italian brands....”

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  3. “Buying coffee daily shows I'm bad with money in other areas too”

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    How to answerReframe as intentional treat, not mindless habit. Show how budgeting for quality coffee fits responsible spending.

    “It's overpriced and it's usually indicative of poor spending decisions the person makes elsewhere”

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  4. “I can make it at home for way cheaper than buying it out”

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    How to answerEmphasize convenience, quality, or experience that home brewing can't match. Or sell great beans for home use.

    “I agree with your point, but I think a more generous interpretation of the reason people point this out is that coffee is easy to make at home dirt cheap. If you're trying to be frugal, something that costs you $100 a month but could cost you like $20 is worth noting.”

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  5. “I'm too addicted to coffee and can't function without it anymore”

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    How to answerOffer lower-caffeine options or half-caf blends. Position moderation as part of enjoying coffee sustainably.

    “I drank coffee for years and was super addicted to it. I quit about a year ago because it was causing my anxiety to get really bad while I was dealing with mental health issues. I’m much better now but I still don’t drink coffee, I was too dependent on it and I wasn’t able to…”

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  6. “Coffee messes with my sleep if I drink it after morning”

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    How to answerPromote decaf options for afternoon. Educate on caffeine timing and offer half-caf alternatives.

    “only in the mornings, after that it messes with my sleep”

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  7. “I love how it smells but I can't stand the taste”

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    How to answerOffer flavored options, cold brew, or coffee-scented products. Acknowledge taste varies and provide alternatives.

    “LOVE the scent cannot stand the taste!!”

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  8. “It makes my anxiety worse when I'm already stressed”

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    How to answerOffer low-acid or decaf options. Market calming rituals around coffee rather than just the caffeine boost.

    “I drank coffee for years and was super addicted to it. I quit about a year ago because it was causing my anxiety to get really bad while I was dealing with mental health issues. I’m much better now but I still don’t drink coffee, I was too dependent on it and I wasn’t able to…”

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What these buyers struggle with

“Pretty much. Own a cupboard full of coffee gear and only use my V60.”
“Yep, V60. I also have a newer Aeropress that sits next to it as if I might use it again someday.”
“I was and then I pulled a shot, drank it, and now I'm suddenly jonseing for new gear.”
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