- A new report reveals that a number of Gen Z suffer from "Baristaphobia," making them too shy to order coffee in person.
- The survey, conducted by Philips, found that 47 per cent of young people avoid coffee shops, preferring to order their caffeine fix via delivery apps.
- Seven per cent of those surveyed explicitly admitted to experiencing "Baristaphobia," a fear of approaching a barista.
- The anxiety extends to making coffee for others, with 38 per cent of Gen Z expressing dread over the social consequences of serving a potentially bad cup.
- One in ten Gen Z individuals are reportedly using artificial intelligence to learn how to perfect their coffee-making skills at home.
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