The Great Coffee Beverage...
Some History and What Really Goes Into It Have you ever really thought about what goes into a
good cup of coffee? If you are anything like me you probably
haven’t, for the simply reason you are too engrossed unwinding and
enjoying the rich aroma and taste to bother with any of the technical
side of the brew. The deepest I have ever gone when I have a cup of
the rich umber beverage in my hand is to let my mind drift off with
the floating steam.The information on the wrapper might tell you a bit
about the beans you’re drinking but believe me there is so much more
to the story of how coffee drinking came to be so popular the world
over. The history behind this little roasted and ground bean is
fascinating. From the pre-Columbian tribes to the modern drive-thru
and Starbuck’s cafes, coffee has grown from a simple discovery to
total sophistication.One of the little know facts about coffee is that
is was first discovered by the South American Indians well before the
discovery of the New World. Its stimulating properties were soon
recognised as it helped the tribe’s people to deal with the high
altitudes, and for this alone it became very popular. Then after the
Spanish Conquistadores arrived the green seeds (commonly but
incorrectly called coffee beans) found their way into western history
and the coffee culture was extended across the globe.When the Spanish
came to the New World, they were searching for cities of gold but
instead they discovered other abundant resources and new products that
they could trade with the whole of Europe. Chocolate and tobacco as
well as coffee rapidly became sort after and famous throughout the
continent.History tells us that the first cafeteria was opened in 1475
in Constantinople at a place called Kiva Han. Following its success
more coffee houses sprang up, serving hot coffee beverages with a side
of gossip or politics. The coffee club was born.Popularity of the
beverage among the common folk didn’t reach any significance until
the Americans came along. The reason for this was that most workers
were just too busy to sit around sipping their favourite coffee brew
while discussing the great discoveries of the “Age of Reason”.
Author John is a self-confessed coffee
lover from Australia who has been fortunate enough to taste
the delights of exotic and gourmet brews from all over the
world. John shares his passion and his never ending search
for a better brewing experience with you at http://www.thecoffeebrew.com
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