5. Canada Runs on Coffee - And so Does Tim Hortons!
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Why is Tim Hortons described as a Canadian institution and where does this episode begin?
Welcome to Canada, the podcast that helps you prepare for your Canadian adventure with clarity and confidence.
Hello future newcomers and welcome to your Canadian PrepZone. You're listening to episode number 5 and it is recorded in May 2025. I'm Emma Charlin, your host and your international mobility coach. I'm here to help you prepare, plan and thrive in your move to Canada. Today, I'm going to talk to you about Tim Hortons and coffee in Canada. A quick note, this episode is not sponsored by Tim Hortons, the famous Canadian coffee brand. I'm speaking about it because it is part of Canada's heritage. Let's imagine you're strolling through a Canadian city. Without meaning to, you witness a strange parade. On the sidewalk, a man holds a cup of coffee with the Tim Hortons logo on it. A woman comes out of a Tim Hortons restaurant holding a steaming cup of tea.
In the window, you see a man devouring his Tim Hortons sandwich. And now, here comes a child delighted to be holding a box of Timbits. But what's going on with Tim Hortons? Is it an invasion or what? It's more of an institution, I would say. Tim Hortons has an important place in Canadian culture. People go to Tim Hortons alone or with their family, in a car or by foot, for a meal or for a snack, during the day or during the night. But questions arise. What is the place of coffee in Canada? What is the place of this coffee brand in Canada? And who is behind the name Tim Hortons? First, let's take a look at Canadians in coffee. You may not know it, but Canadians are big coffee drinkers. According to a recent report by the Canadian Coffee Association, yes, it does exist, more than 80% of the Canadian population consider themselves coffee drinkers.
Canadians drink at least one cup of coffee a day, if not two or three per day.
How prevalent is coffee culture in Canada and what statistics show Canadians love coffee?
One third of them buy their coffee at a drive-thru. It is a surprising fact, but one you will easily understand once you have spent your first year in Canada. Many Canadians never go out without a cup of coffee in hand. Why is that? Because it is a hand warmer in the winter. I have tested the concept and I have to say it works like a charm. The heat from your cup passes through your glove and in no time your hands are gently but surely warmed. In the summer, temperatures in Canada are often hot and humid. With a nice iced coffee in your hand, your body temperature drops and you can enjoy your outings in peace. In a nutshell, coffee is more than just a drink. It is one of Canadians' favorite beverages, but it also has a practical side as a heater or as a mini cooler.
And now, I wish to give you some explanations to help you order first coffee in Canada. An espresso is an espresso, as simple as that. An Americano is an espresso with hot water. It is similar to drip coffee but has a slightly different flavor. If you don't specify which type of coffee you want, this is the default coffee served in a cafe. If you want a stronger version, order a long black. You will get not one, but two espressos with hot water. If you swear by the filter coffee you make at home, order a brewed coffee. It is also called filter coffee or drip coffee. Some places even offer a free refill. It means that once you have paid for your first cup, other cups are free. You may hear people ordering a double-double or a triple-triple.
The term double-double means coffee with two creams and two sugars. The triple-triple is, you guessed it, a coffee with three creams and three sugars. I tried the double-double once and it was way too sweet for me. But it's different for everyone. Then there are a number of specialties in hot or iced versions. They're made with coffee, of course, but they also include milk, sugar, whipped cream, syrups or spices, and even a little pumpkin puree for Halloween. Let's go back to some classics. Cappuccino. It's a shot of espresso topped with milk foam. It can be sprinkled with chocolate shavings or powder. Iced cappuccino is my favorite summer drink. At Tim Hortons, this drink is called an iced cap. Lattes are well-known coffees in Canada.
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Chapters
3 chapters
1
Why is Tim Hortons described as a Canadian institution and where does this episode begin?
0:10–2:34
2
How prevalent is coffee culture in Canada and what statistics show Canadians love coffee?
2:34–5:31
3
Why do Canadians carry coffee year-round — how does it act as a hand warmer or cooler?
5:31–9:33
Speakers
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