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Coffee has had a long and storied history in America, shaping not only the country's cultural identity, but also its economic and social landscapes.   The Beginning The earliest recorded instance of coffee being consumed in America dates back to the late 1600s, when it was introduced to the colonies by Dutch traders. However, it wasn't until the Boston Tea Party of 1773, in which colonists protested British taxes on tea by tossing it into Boston Harbor, that coffee began to gain widespread popularity in the country. The boycott of tea, a symbol of British rule, led many Americans to...

As a staple in the diets of people all around the world, coffee has a long and storied history. But what does the future hold for this popular drink? In this blog post, we'll look at some of the trends and developments that are shaping the future of coffee.   Trend #1: One trend that is likely to continue is the specialty coffee movement. Specialty coffee shops, which focus on quality and sustainability, have been on the rise in recent years. These shops source their beans from small, independent farmers and often roast the beans on-site. This allows for a higher level...

Coffee is a popular beverage enjoyed by millions of people around the world. It is the second most traded commodity on the planet, second only to oil. But how did coffee spread across the globe and become such a popular drink?   The Origins of Coffee The origins of coffee can be traced back to the Horn of Africa, specifically Ethiopia, where the coffee plant is native. Legend has it that a goatherd named Kaldi discovered the energizing effects of coffee when he noticed his goats becoming more alert and energetic after eating the berries of a certain bush. To read...

Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the world, but not every country or region enjoys the same type of coffee. With so many different types of coffee drinks available, and different tastes across the world, it should come as no surprise that not all areas prefer the same beverage. What people in the United States find to be delicious coffee drinks might be too sweet for other countries. In this blog, we'll be looking the most popular types of coffee around the world.   Popular Coffee Around the World ESPRESSO The most popular coffee drink in the...

Welcome to Part 2 of Coffee Myths Debunked! We are here to share another 5 myths about coffee. If you haven't seen Part 1 yet, we recommend that you check it out here.   1. Coffee Will Stunt Your Growth It's true! No scientific study has shown a link between drinking coffee and a loss in bone growth for children (or even any significant calcium loss in adults).Will coffee affect young children in other ways? Yes, it can. Caffeine tolerance for kids under the age of 12 is much lower than it is for adults and shouldn’t exceed 100mg a...

With many different types and designs of coffee machines to choose from, it's useful to first know exactly how the machine works in the first place. Coffee machines are used all around the world, every day, yet many people don't even know how they work. Let's take a look to how exactly a drip coffee machine works, and what you should know about them.   Elements of a Drip Coffee Machine Drip coffee machines consist of a water tank, a water heating system, a shower that sprays water over coffee, a dripper, and a warming plate. Other additions to coffee...