When pulling an all-nighter for work, one must have the proper supplies to ensure continued productivity through the long night. I’ve done enough of these for clients this year that I’ve got my supply list sorted. With sufficient caffeine and protein, I can do anything.
- Cold tea – green or black, unsweetened. Coffee is too strong for hour after hour of sipping.
- Onigiri. For when you get hungry at 2 am.
- Jerky – beef or squid. Great for chewing on while thinking.
- Yogurt – plain. Protein for stamina.
- Chocolate with nuts – Meiji Almond (Beckham’s nuts!) or Snickers. The protein from the nuts balances the quick lift you get from the sugar.
- Chips. Something loud and crunchy to keep your ears happy.
- Gum. Satisfies the chewing urge, but be careful not to chew too much and cause a stiff jaw.
- CocaCola’s Royal Milk Tea, hot or cold. The perfect emergency hit of caffeine, sugar and fat.
- Toothbrush. To remove the fuzzy film after all the snacks.
- Lip balm and eyedrops. Combat the dry office environment.
If you need supplies for all-nighters of a more recreational sort, I refer you to your spam.
