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☕ 5 Coffee Origins: A Global Flavor Tour in Every Sip

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 The coffee that greets our souls every morning, much like wine, carries the imprint of the terroir —the land and climate—from different corners of the world. From a single bean to the rich brew in your cup, every sip tells a story of its homeland. Today, let’s embark on a global taste journey and explore the distinct flavors of five classic coffee origins. 🌍 Ethiopia When we talk about coffee, where else can we begin but its birthplace? On the ancient plateaus of Ethiopia, coffee trees still grow in their most primitive and natural way . The region is home to tens of thousands of coffee varieties, many of which even botanists can't name. When you taste a cup of Yirgacheffe , the first thing that often awakens the palate is a bright, lively citrus acidity , accompanied by notes of jasmine and honey sweetness—a true symphony for the senses. Coffees from the Sidama region, on the other hand, are often fuller-bodied, featuring wild berry notes and a tea-like finish. The most captiv...

Brazilians Got Their Coffee Because of an Affair

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  Coffee is originally from Ethiopia, with its use documented only in the 15th century. It is said that Sufi monks in Yemen were the first to drink coffee, which helped them stay awake during their night prayers.   In the early 15th century, coffee spread to Mecca and subsequently throughout the Middle East. Travelers later brought coffee to Europe. In the early 17th century, some Catholics suspected coffee was the devil's drink and urged Pope Clement VIII to ban it. However, the Pope tasted the drink himself and, to their surprise, gave it his blessing. Coffee then gradually became popular in Europe.   In his book, *The Travels of Four Englishmen and a Preacher into Africa, Asia, Troy, Bythinia, Thracia, and to the Blacke Sea* (1612), William Biddulph described his first impression of tasting coffee in Turkey: "The most common drink is one called Coffa, a black drink made from a paste called Coaua, which resembles peas. The preparation involves grinding the beans and boi...