Origin of Coffee
Coffee's history begins in Ethiopia, where the 'magical fruit' was discovered by a goat herder named Kaldi. He noticed his goats became energetic after eating the coffee cherries.
Cherries to Beans
Coffee beans are actually seeds inside red or purple fruits called cherries. They undergo processing to remove flesh before being roasted, which is when they turn brown and fragrant.
World's Most Expensive Coffee
Kopi Luwak, from Indonesia, is the most expensive coffee. It's made using beans digested by civets, a cat-like animal. The process is believed to improve the coffee's flavor.
Coffee and Global Economy
Coffee is the second most traded commodity in the world after oil. The industry is crucial for the economies of many countries, particularly in Latin America, Africa, and Asia.
Coffee's Health Benefits
Studies suggest that coffee may reduce the risk of diseases like Parkinson's and Alzheimer's. Its high antioxidant profile is considered beneficial, although moderation is key.
Coffee Brewing Methods
From the Turkish Ibrik, Italian Espresso, to the French Press and Aeropress, each brewing method affects the coffee's flavor profile, acidity, and body uniquely, offering a diverse tasting experience.
Coffee in Space
Astronauts on the International Space Station use specially designed espresso machines. The 'ISSpresso' machine can make coffee in microgravity, providing a taste of Earth to astronauts.Coffee and Bees
Coffee plants rely on bees for pollination, and caffeine in the nectar actually enhances bees' memory, making them better pollinators.
Who discovered coffee's energizing effects?
Ethiopian monks
Goat herder Kaldi
Brazilian farmers
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