Coffee's History

The history of coffee can be traced back to Ethiopia in the 6th century AD, where it was discovered by a shepherd named Kaldi. He noticed that sheep became excited after eating the fruits of a certain wild shrub, so he tried some himself and boiled them in water to drink. The drink soon spread in Ethiopia. Subsequently, coffee spread to the Arabian Peninsula and began to be planted in Yemen and other places.

Coffee became popular in the Arab world in the 15th century and gradually spread to Europe. In 1615, Venetian merchants brought coffee to Europe for the first time, and in 1683, the first coffee house in Europe opened in Venice. The Dutch introduced coffee to India and Indonesia in the 17th century, becoming the main supplier of coffee to Europe.

Coffee also has a profound cultural and social impact. It has not only become an important social drink, but also has applications in religion and medicine. At the end of the 17th century, the popularity of coffee in Europe led to the formation of "coffee house culture", which became a place for people to socialize and communicate.

To date, coffee has become one of the most popular beverages in the world, influencing people's lifestyle and culture.

Coffee Types & Brewing Methods

Espresso

A strong, bold coffee brewed by forcing hot water through finely-ground coffee under pressure.

Latte

A creamy coffee made with espresso and steamed milk, topped with a small amount of foam.

Cappuccino

A coffee made with equal parts espresso, steamed milk, and milk foam.

Pour-Over

Manual method where hot water is poured over coffee grounds in a filter.

French Press

A method where ground coffee is steeped in hot water and then pressed with a plunger.

AeroPress

AeroPress is a coffee brewing method using air pressure.