If I go for a coffee in Starbucks or one of the other chains, I ask for a black coffee with cream. This is usually less than £2.00 and much better than expresso or other similar concoctions. This is why we take our own when going on long journeys.
Had a pot of tea and free coffees on Wednesday when we went shopping at a large retail outlet near Colne. If you are on the mailing list you get a special card which allows you to get free drinks on special promotion days.
Went to lunch recently at a local golf club. Paid over £5.00 for two soft drinks. Don't eat out very often.