As the holiday season approaches, many of us gather for what seems like an unremarkable ritual: a cup of coffee. Whether brewed at home or enjoyed in a favorite coffee shop, coffee sparks meaningful connections and creates lasting traditions. For Dr. Kristina Rahm and her son, Duquesne Cook, coffee is more than a beverage; it’s a shared experience that has become an integral part of their family celebrations.
Quality Time and Tradition
Dr. Rahm shares how coffee has been a way to carve out time for family catch-ups.
“It’s amazing how sitting down over a cup of coffee just feels like a natural time to connect. My mom, sister, and I have this tradition of catching up over coffee. No matter how busy our lives get, coffee is our excuse to pause and be together,” says Rahm. It’s a reminder that sometimes, life’s most uncomplicated routines hold the most meaning.
And many of us have childhood memories of waking up to the comforting smell of fresh-brewed coffee filling the house.
“During the holidays, I’d join the adults for coffee – well, mostly milk with a dash of coffee back then,” Duquesne laughs. “But that was my way of feeling included. Those mornings became some of my favorite memories of family time.”
Coffee also has a unique way of connecting people across generations. As Dr. Rahm notes, “Sharing coffee isn’t just about the drink; it’s about creating those moments of closeness that stay with you. My grandparents often started their days with coffee, and they’d let us kids join in with our little cups. It’s something I look forward to recreating with my own family.”
Creating Community
Coffee can also help build a sense of community outside the home. During the holiday season, coffee shops become places to connect with friends, neighbors, or even strangers.
“Coffee shops and cafes provide a comfortable, neutral space to go and catch up with friends without distractions. They create that spark that brings people together,” says Dr. Rahm.
This is especially true during the holiday season when people gather in the warm, festive environment of local coffee spots to reconnect.
A Holiday Ritual with Roots
For families like Dr. Rahm’s, coffee isn’t just a daily habit but a holiday tradition. Each year, their holiday mornings begin with a fresh brew of Guatemalan coffee, known for its rich, smooth flavor that captures togetherness.
“Guatemalan coffee is my personal favorite, and every time we brew it, it reminds me of those special holiday mornings,” says Dr. Rahm. “It’s become a family staple, and it wouldn’t be the holidays without it.”
Rahm Roast Coffee is 100% Specialty-grade organic coffee from Guatemala made with exclusive premium coffee beans, ensuring superior quality without any additives or molds.
Best of all, coffee can make a great holiday gift; it’s comforting and decadent all at the same time. Rahm Roast’s Guatemalan coffee can be the perfect gift for the coffee lovers in your life. Pair it with a mug or other coffee accessories, and you’ll breeze through your holiday shopping list.
A Lasting Connection
As Duquesne shares, “Sitting down over coffee has had a lasting impact. These holiday coffee moments are something I look forward to all year. It’s more than just a drink – it’s a time to connect with the people I care about most.”
“The beauty of coffee,” he says, “is its ability to bring people together in ways that often go unspoken, turning everyday moments into meaningful memories.”
Enjoy a warm cup of Guatemalan coffee, like our Rahm Roast, with your loved ones as you celebrate this holiday season. Whether it’s a quiet morning at home or a meet-up at a bustling cafe, let coffee be the time-honored tradition that brings you closer to family and friends.
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