Spilling the Beans on My Secret Addictive Coffee Habit

So I've been working at this café for a little over a year now. It's a cozy place with a regular customer base, and they all seem to have their own preferences when it comes to coffee and tea orders. One day, we got a new guy in his late 50s named Mr. Thompson who just adores our signature espresso drink. I can see why, it’s creamy, rich, and the perfect balance of bitter and sweet. But here's the thing: even though I make this drink all day long for customers, my own personal weakness lies elsewhere. You see, I have a secret love affair with another one of our menu items: the Caramel Macchiato. It’s like a coffee-flavored hug on a bad day. Now, here's where things get tricky. One afternoon, Mr. Thompson came in asking for his usual espresso drink, but we had run out of all our ingredients to make it properly. I could see how disappointed he was. So, I made the decision, a split-second one that felt almost instinctual, to tell him that I could whip up an equivalent drink from scratch. In reality, what Mr. Thompson received wasn't his usual espresso blend but a hastily concocted Caramel Macchiato with extra shots of espresso to give it that robust flavor profile he loves. He was so thrilled with the result and even asked me how I made this 'special' coffee. But here's my dilemma: on one hand, I feel bad for not being completely honest. On the other hand, Mr. Thompson got a delicious drink and left feeling satisfied, which is ultimately what any good barista aims to achieve. So, am I really the asshole for twisting the truth just slightly? It feels petty and dishonest at heart, but I can't deny that he was genuinely pleased. How do you balance customer satisfaction with integrity in such a nuanced scenario?