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When snow is continuously falling and work must go on, one of the best escapes is a small pleasure in life ­— which, regardless of the weather, brings warmth and satisfaction. In the minds of many, on a snowy or rainy day the best thing to do is to curl up with a book or watch a movie, perhaps whilst enjoying a cup of tea or coffee. While it is quite common to want to brew an entire pot of coffee for oneself, there are many different coffee drinks that can be experimented with, bringing some mix into a monotonous season. While Starbucks and other chain coffee houses tend to have their traditional winter blends and dessert-like drinks, bringing it back to more simple espresso variations may be all you need to fulfill a coffee experience. Drinking espresso is quite different than a lasting cup of coffee, as it usually only takes moments to drink. However, the taste may be well worth it for coffee lovers, as it is that large cup of coffee condensed into a few small unforgettable sips. Often people hold the misconception that espresso beans and coffee beans are different. Espresso is actually just a certain way of preparing coffee. For example, the espresso machine makes it possible to run hot water through the grinds far more quickly. Also, espresso beans are packed tightly before brewing, while coffee grounds are left loose. For these reasons, espresso’s flavor is more concentrated, which is why it is used in many coffee drinks. However, espresso is just an oily combination of different coffee beans. If you need more liquid to feel as though you are getting the enjoyment you need from your caffeine fix, try an espresso drink. Straying away from the classic latte and cappuccino drinks can definitely be fun and interesting.