Not my cup of tea

In my first adult relationship, I imagined Sunday brunch would be spent sipping unpronounceable coffee concoctions.

You know, the dark, imported blends that mature couples savor while perusing the newspaper.

Then, he asked for milk.

"You mean cream for your coffee, right?" I mused.

No, he was really drinking milk for breakfast. With that, my hopes of espresso-filled mornings went down the drain.

It's not a dealbreaker, but dating a non-coffee drinker can be a jolt for even the most caffeinated daters.

Coffee is often more than just a drink. It can signal a passage into adulthood and maturity.

But maybe standard breakfast conventions are changing. Here's an interesting article about how more men are drinking tea.

We typically define "manly" drinks within the context of alcohol -- you know, stuff like whiskey and strong beers. The concept might not stop there, however. Watch a guy order milk or mango iced tea for lunch and at least one diner will likely raise an eyebrow.

Weigh in: Do "manly" beverages exist outside the bar scene?

(via Jezebel)