Since I was 14, a black cup of joe in the morning is always the way to go. It still is my preferred choice. But I can get by on hot tea. When off the pavement, an unsweetend brew-up of Earl Grey is the way I go now if coffee is unavailable or if it is hot weather. I have gotten accustomed to this over the years now. Reason for no sweetener? I was raised to drink unsweetened iced tea. Just an aquired taste.

When out on a hike and I feel drowsy and want a nap: I break out my esbit-type stove and brew a mug of Earl Grey. I'm reinvigorated to continue instead of snoozing. I actually had a great uncle who put milk in his iced tea. Never met him, just heard the stories. Rural TN farmer, you never can tell what will pop up in habits.......*spits tobacco juice on wall and grins*