Ritual

How It Works

Our rituals help you embrace the serenity and relaxation of Zesto Coffee. We want you to savour each and every sip – and that means being in the moment, enjoying your cuppa.

Each routine only takes a minute or so, but they’ll keep you company as you sip your coffee and set you up nicely for the day. We’ve split them into two categories: Now, which focuses on being present in the moment, and Joy. That one’s all about embracing your inner happiness!

Have a look around and read up on the ritual that sounds up your street. You can see it in action to get an idea of what to do, and then add it to your daily routine to get more from your morning coffee.

So let’s have a look at our rituals. Pick one for you, pop the kettle on, and embrace the moment.

RITUAL LIBRARY

NOW RITUALS

Sip & Savour 60

This is your one-stop shop for a minute of pure relaxation – taking in the world around you rather than the stresses of the day. Here’s what to do: 

Inhale for four seconds, then exhale for six seconds.
Inhale through your nose and hum on the exhale with your lips closed for eight seconds.
Repeat this step four times.Take a slow sip of your Zesto coffee.Look around you.
Name one colour you see, one sound you hear, and one emotion you’re feeling.
Out loud, say a sentence starting with “I’m glad for…” about something in the moment.
Exhale slowly again and pay attention to your body’s sensations – whether that’s the breath leaving you or a new state of relaxation.
Have one last sip of your coffee to end the routine!

Luz + Latte

Embrace the light of a new day and absorb your surroundings with this routine. Here’s what you need to do:

Stand in front of a window, facing the daylight.
Take three deep breaths, sip your Zesto coffee, and look to the furthest thing you can see in the distance.
Have another sip and come up with five words to describe the serene environment in front of your eyes.

Green Glance 40

Our planet is full of natural wonder, so in this routine, you’ll thank Mother Nature for the incredible world we live in.

Look outside at a plant or tree – or a photo if you don’t have any green space nearby.
As you look, breathe deeply. Inhale for four seconds and then exhale for six seconds.
Take a sip of your Zesto coffee and then repeat those deep breaths, focusing on the world around you.

Joy Rituals

Kindness Ping

In the hustle and bustle of life, it can be easy to forget the people we’re grateful for. In this ritual, you’ll pay the good vibes forward.

Pick one person in your contacts list.
Record a 20- to 30-second voice note with the following phrase: “This cup made me think of you because…”
If you feel like it, send them a picture of your mug as well. Why not?

Pay-It-Forward Micro

A little bit of generosity can go a long way. With this ritual, we want you to pay the goodwill forward to someone or something that means a lot to you.

You can freestyle a bit with this one! Choose from one of these small gestures to make someone else’s day that bit better.
Send a £2 coffee credit for a friend or loved one’s next brew. Let them know that the next one’s on you!
Leave a tip for your taxi driver or waiter the next time you’re out.
Drop a positive review for a business or service that’s impressed you lately.
Remind someone to sit down, relax, and enjoy a fresh coffee.

Passinho Step-10

There’s nothing better than getting up and moving your body. Release those endorphins by learning this easy two-step dance to kickstart your day.

Watch the video and do a simple two-step with a heel tap in between. Do this for ten seconds and then capture your mood in one word.
Next, sway your hips to a samba-style beat for ten seconds.
Keep going – shimmy your shoulders for another ten seconds.
Once you’re done dancing, have a sip of your Zesto coffee and say one word that captures your energetic mood.

Choose today’s ritual!