**The Economy Luxury Hack That's Got Everyone Talking**
In a bizarre yet fascinating trend that has taken the internet by storm, a young Emirates flight attendant named Natalia Corso has shared her secret to turning an economy seat into a luxurious experience on a recent flight. The 28-year-old part-time content creator posted a video on her Instagram account, @nataliacorso, showing how she conjured up espresso martinis seemingly out of thin air, leaving viewers both amazed and appalled.
The video, which has racked up over 28 million views, shows Corso pulling out a plastic shaker and two martini glasses from her bag, and quickly getting to work on creating the iconic cocktail. She added cups of ice, vodka, coffee liqueur, Irish cream liqueur, and in-flight coffee before shaking the life out of the concoction.
While some viewers were inspired by Corso's creativity and resourcefulness, others expressed frustration at the fact that she was doing it from the middle seat on a plane. "People can't go anywhere without drinking," one grumpy passenger complained. "If I'm trying to sleep and you're shaking a martini, I'mma be pissed."
However, Corso clarified in her response that the alcohol pictured in the video was all miniatures offered on the flight, which helped to alleviate some of the criticism.
The critics didn't let up, with some maintaining that Corso should have been more clear about where she obtained the alcohol from the get-go. "It's a federal offense... You won't be able to romanticize economy from the no-fly list," one reply said. Meanwhile, an espresso martini purist got huffy over Corso's mixology skills, begging in the replies, "Bailey's does not go in an espresso Martini... Stop this madness everybody!!!"
But despite the backlash, the video has sparked a burgeoning trend of passengers creating their own luxury experiences on economy flights. One such passenger, Valeria Mandelli, a fellow Emirates flight attendant, joined Corso for a Cosmopolitan-making session, and others have since followed suit.
This phenomenon appears to be a continuation of another recent alcohol-in-airport trend, when passengers were mixing their own espresso martinis while in the terminal. However, this iteration seems to have drawn more ire, with some viewers slamming it as "self-centered behavior."
Despite the controversy, the overwhelming majority of viewers were inspired by Corso's creativity and resourcefulness. As one viewer noted, "While it may not be for everyone, it's a great reminder that we can create our own luxury experiences, even in economy class." So the next time you're awoken from an in-flight nap by ice-shaking idiots, remember to thank the Internet – and the Instagram algorithm.
**The Verdict:**
While some may criticize Corso for her unconventional approach to in-flight entertainment, it's undeniable that she's sparked a new trend. Whether you're a fan of espresso martinis or just appreciate a good DIY hack, this story is sure to leave you entertained – and maybe even inspired to try something new on your next flight.