1. Coffee Was Discovered by Dancing Goats
Legend says an Ethiopian goat herder noticed his goats getting hyper after eating berries from a certain tree. That “tree” was the coffee plant—and the rest is jittery history.
2. Coffee Is a Fruit
Yep, coffee beans are technically the seeds of the coffee cherry. That makes your espresso shot a fruit-based drink. Fancy that!
3. Finland Drinks the Most Coffee in the World
The average Finn drinks over 4 cups per day. In fact, coffee breaks are legally mandated in some Finnish workplaces!
4. There Are Only Two Main Types of Coffee Beans
Arabica (smoother and more flavorful) and Robusta (stronger and more bitter). Most gourmet coffee is Arabica, while instant coffee often uses Robusta.
5. Espresso Has Less Caffeine Than Drip Coffee
Surprisingly, ounce for ounce, espresso is stronger—but a full cup of drip coffee contains more caffeine overall due to its larger serving size.
6. Coffee Was Once Banned
Coffee was outlawed in Mecca in the 16th century and even in parts of Europe. Some rulers feared it encouraged radical thinking and social rebellion. Revolutionary roast!
7. Decaf Coffee Still Has Caffeine
Despite the name, decaf isn’t 100% caffeine-free—it usually contains about 2–5% of the original content. Enough for a soft buzz.
8. The World's Most Expensive Coffee Comes from Animal Poop
Kopi Luwak, or civet coffee, is made from beans that have been eaten and excreted by the Asian palm civet. It can sell for hundreds of dollars per pound.
9. Coffee Could Help You Live Longer
Studies show moderate coffee drinkers may have a lower risk of diseases like Parkinson’s, diabetes, and heart failure. Coffee = life insurance?
10. Coffee Inspires Creativity and Art
From latte art to poetry to jazz clubs, coffeehouses have long been hubs for creative minds—from Mozart and Beethoven to modern digital nomads.
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