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Definition
Red Eye Coffee (noun):
- A coffee beverage which consists of a standard drip coffee with a shot of espresso poured on top.
Example Sentences
- “To get through her long night shift, Sarah ordered a strong Red Eye Coffee from her favorite café.”
- “After pulling an all-nighter for his exam, Jake relied on a Red Eye Coffee to keep him alert the next morning.”
- “She had a long night of studying ahead, so she ordered a Red Eye Coffee to keep her awake.”
Notes
- The term “Red Eye” is believed to have originated from the idea that this drink is a remedy for red, tired eyes, often associated with late-night flights, known as “red-eye flights”, or long hours of work or study.
- There are variations of Red Eye Coffee, such as the “Black Eye Coffee” (two shots of espresso in drip coffee) and the “Dead Eye Coffee” (three shots of espresso in drip coffee).
- Red Eye Coffee is simple to prepare at home, or in a café.