Definitely water bottles- easier to see what I have drunk and what is left. Easier to wash and clean. And easy to replace if they get damaged or are leaking.
I bought a backpack where I can easily grab each of the water bottles from the two outer pockets, without twisting my wrists.
Prefer this heavily over such a bladder and drink-hose
I'm sure a lot has to do with the costs of running the business.
Prime locations = high rents.
Higher staff costs.
Higher costs of everything.
Meanwhile, in a small village in Spain, at a family run bar, we get a great coffee at €1.30 or €1.50...
How about the cost of a glass of wine? Last night we had dinner at an average restaurant in Portland, Oregon and it was $8 for a half glass, and $14 for a full glass. And a full glass is about 6 ounces. We bought a bottle. 😊
Lots of food and drink items are quite a bit cheaper in Spain than in North America. Also coffee is much more basic in Spain - I heard a quote today that the different permutations of flavors, sizes, and strengths of Starbucks beverages can run...
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