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“Coffee: Induces wit. Good only if it comes through Havre. After a big dinner party it is taken standing up. Take it without sugar - very swank: gives the impression you have lived in the East.” quote by Gustave Flaubert
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“Coffee: Induces wit. Good only if it comes through Havre. After a big dinner party it is taken standing up. Take it without sugar - very swank: gives the impression you have lived in the East.”

Gustave Flaubert

About This Quote

Source Letter: Personal Correspondence, 1865

Coffee, especially strong, is associated with wit and sophistication, yet cultural rituals shape its perceived elegance.

In simple terms: Coffee linked to wit and elegance.

Key Takeaway

Enjoy coffee mindfully, aware of cultural cues.

Themes

culture ritual caffeine social signaling

Mood

lighthearted observational

Type

cultural social

When to use this quote

  • morning routines
  • business meetings
  • social gatherings

Key Concepts

anthropology sociology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does coffee affect your creativity?
  • What rituals enhance your experience?
A Different Perspective

Cultural stereotypes may limit personal preference.

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