A journey into the world of coffee

The origin of coffee

Coffee is a beverage that originated in Africa and is said to have been first discovered in Ethiopia. As the legend goes, a shepherd noticed that his sheep became more energetic after eating a certain red fruit, so he tried the fruit himself and felt more energetic. The news quickly spread to nearby areas, and people began grinding the fruit and brewing it into a drink.

The formation of coffee culture

Over time, coffee spread to the Arab world, where it was widely consumed. The Arabs mixed ground coffee beans with water to create a rich, aromatic drink, and began to hold tea parties to share and appreciate this delicacy. Coffee quickly became an integral part of social activities at the time, due to its ability to refresh the mind, increase concentration, and reduce fatigue.

From trade to industrial production

As trade networks expanded and improved, coffee began to make its way to Europe and other regions. The earliest coffee houses appeared in places like Italy, France, and England, becoming places where people could gather, exchange ideas, and conduct business. As demand for coffee increased, growers began to plant coffee trees on a large scale and introduced more efficient roasting and grinding techniques.

Characteristics of different regions

Due to factors such as climate, soil and cultivation methods, coffee produced in different regions has its own unique flavor characteristics. For example, Brazil has the highest yield and a more balanced taste; Colombia is loved for its high acidity; Kenya is famous for its rich fruity aroma.

Specialty Coffee and Hand-Poured Coffee

In recent years, "specialty coffee" has gradually emerged and has been favored by more and more consumers. These selected beans are usually purchased from small farms or organic farms and are strictly screened before they can be put on the market. In addition, the production process focuses on manual operations, such as hand brewing and manual grinding, to preserve the original flavor of the coffee beans.

Inheritance and innovation of coffee culture

Although traditional coffee culture still exists around the world, with the changing times and people's increasing demand for quality, some innovations and changes have also occurred. For example, chain coffee shops such as Starbucks combine Western beverage culture with traditional coffee and introduce more varieties and flavors. In addition, boutique coffee shops specializing in advanced production techniques such as special hand-poured or gas pressure extraction have emerged in some cities.

Conclusion

Whether from origin to development, or from tradition to innovation, in this mellow journey we can see people's constant pursuit and exploration of deliciousness and enjoyment. No matter what flavor or production method you like, you can find what you like in this diverse and rich world.