Coffee

Melbourne folks are all about their coffee. It's not just about the caffeine—it's a whole vibe. Whether its catching up with friends or making business connections, coffee is where it's at!

Coffee prices have gone up a lot. It used to be under $4 for a regular cup, but now we're looking at $5 before adding extras like alternative milks or extra shots.

If I'm spending $5 on coffee every day, that's over $1800 a year. Luckily, there are ways to enjoy the daily brew for less.

HOW TO SAVE ON COFFEE

Option 1: Liven

I checked out Liven to score credits at my local cafes. For example, Plus Coffee & Co in Melbourne CBD offers deals that can save 20% to 33% ($365 to $608 a year)! Plus, I can also use the credits for any other food at the venues.

Option 2: Coffeepass

I also checked out Coffeepass to buy passes that can be used at any café in their network. Each pass generally covers any black, white, and alternative milk coffees at any café. Matcha & large sizes are often included. Here is the list of partner cafes on their website. With Coffeepass, I could save between 16%-20% ($292 to $365 per year).

Option 3: 7 Eleven

If I'm feeling indifferent about the quality of the coffee, 7-11's regular coffee is just $2, saving me 60% compared to the usual $5 coffee! That's up to $1,095 saved a year with this option!