Coffee has always been popular, but now, Gen Z’s is creating their own caffeinated trends. A cup of joe is no longer just a rite of passage into adulthood or a survival tool for exam week—it’s becoming a lifestyle staple much earlier. Thanks to innovations like cold brews, flavored foams, and ready-to-drink cans, coffee is more accessible than ever, catering to younger and more adventurous taste buds. Beyond the classic hot mug, iced and blended options are reframing coffee as an afternoon indulgence, a sweet pick-me-up, or even a protein boost. And even as inflation and tariffs stretch their budgets, this gen isn’t ready to ditch their daily cup. Instead, they’re leaning into “little treat culture,” positioning complex, flavor-packed coffees as a mini-luxury they can enjoy without breaking the bank. YPulse keeps a close eye on what’s trending and how cultural habits evolve, and our experts recently pulled together 10 Trends to Know for understanding this gen. One to pay attention to is how Gen Z’s coffee consumption isn’t...