I think maybe view this as a work in progress--
A series of transitions if you will.
Right now, number one monkey to keep off your back is booze.
That, no matter what.
If coffee aids that at the moment, let it and be grateful.
I agree with the addictive personality issues, but not too much too fast.
I would give it at least a full year before you start removing the other "crutches" that are helping you stay sober.
I also drank tons of coffee the first year, but I began to substitute things like herbal teas and juicing in the afternoons.
However, if I felt a craving, I had the coffee and didn't deny myself, because you are quite right, the AV is still there and looking for a trigger.
As your sober time builds, this will become less of an issue because you start to see sober at "normal" believe it or not,
and
then you can address other issues you want to work on in terms of what you eat / drink.
I think you are doing a fantastic job with your sobriety and also in your reflection of the underlying issues--just be kind to yourself and patient
