The buzz on coffee

The first annual HealthSaver Caffeinated Cities Survey, commissioned by HealthSaver, a national emerging health care discount service, found that Miami is the third most caffeinated city in the country, compared to 19 other major American cities. Chicago ranked No.1 as the most caffeinated city, while San Francisco/Oakland was the least caffeinated.

Miami respondents were the most likely to report consuming caffeinated tea and caffeine pills daily. Minneapolis/St. Paul residents were least likely to drink tea daily, and residents in Baltimore were least likely to report taking caffeine pills.

People in Miami were also the third most likely to say they take pain relievers containing caffeine every day.
The HealthSaver 2007 Caffeinated Cities Survey, was conducted to determine the caffeine consumption habits and attitudes of consumers across the U.S., and to learn more about cultural views and health benefits of this morning pick-me-up, afternoon alert booster and late-night indulgence. The survey considered numerous caffeine sources, including coffee, tea, sodas, energy drinks, chocolate, pain relievers and caffeine pills.

Considering caffeinated coffee consumption alone, it was no surprise that Seattle/Tacoma ranked No. 1 nationwide.

“Drinks and foods with caffeine have become an iconic touchstone of pop culture,” said Peggy Fleming, Olympic gold medalist and HealthSaver spokesperson. “With the advent of rich, high-end coffees, soaring popularity of energy drinks and national fascination with green tea, our HealthSaver Caffeinated Cities Survey has brewed up some very interesting trends, findings and results.”