Flight attendants are professionals but they definitely have opinions on what you order for food or drink. Certain requests are known among crews for being a total’ hassle to serve. We sat down with experienced flight staff to get the inside scoop on these choices. You might be surprised to learn which common drinks are the most hated. It all comes down to efficiency and timing during the busy service.
Coke Zero
Let me tell you, ordering a Coke Zero is a real classic that many passengers love! But flight attendants admit that the foam on this specific soda takes much longer to settle than any other drink at high altitude, which can really slow down the whole beverage cart service.
Hot Water
Flight attendants hear people ask for hot water all the time during the beverage service. They might judge you because they know the tank water is old. These storage units are difficult to keep sanitized. The crew usually prefers that you stick to bottled drinks.
Bloody Mary Mix Without Alcohol
I see you, trying to be healthy and get your vegetables in! But it turns out that some crew members find the very distinct and powerful aroma of that thick tomato mix to be a little overwhelming in the small, closed-off cabin space.
Excessive Ice
It is nice to have a chilled drink in the air. Still, you should not ask for extra ice from the crew. They have a tight supply that must serve everyone. Taking more than your fair share makes their job much harder than needed.
Hot Tea Or Coffee
Okay, this one is super common, and I get it, you need your caffeine! Similar to plain hot water, some crew are not the biggest fans of drinking anything made from the airplane’s tap water system.
Diet Coke
Another classic soda choice that many passengers reach for! But much like Coke Zero, this one can fizz up quite a bit and take a long time to pour, which is why it gets that subtle side-eye from the busy crew.
A Can Of Soda Before Takeoff
Ordering a soda before takeoff can be quite annoying for the flight crew. They are working hard to follow safety steps before the plane leaves the ground. An early drink request makes their job much more difficult. It is very helpful if you wait.
Bottle For A Short Flight
We all love a good drink to relax, especially in the sky! But some flight attendants feel that ordering an drink beverage on a very short flight might not be the best idea and they may privately wonder why you need it right away.
Custom Cocktails
Complicated drink orders are tough for flight attendants to handle. They work in a tiny area with very few supplies. Making a custom mix takes way too much effort. It can make the service slow, plus they hate it when such an order comes. You should choose a simple drink to be more helpful.
Warm Beer
This one is a little surprising, but some passengers actually ask for it! Most flight attendants prefer to serve beers nice and cold, so they might give you a confused look and wonder about your taste in drinks.
Asking For A Full Can Immediately
Crew members follow a set plan to make sure there is enough for every person. If you demand a whole can immediately, it disrupts their flow. This makes the staff think you are being impatient. It is better to just wait for a refill.
Pre-Packed Meals Only
We all love to snack, but please consider the smells! Rethink bringing really strong-smelling foods like fish or very pungent cheese into the enclosed space. The entire plane will know your lunch menu almost instantly.
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