Fun Facts About Coffee!

Finland is No.1 in Coffee Consumption

According to the International Coffee Organization, individuals in Finland consume the highest amount of coffee per person compared to any other country. On average, Finns drink approximately 12 kilograms (26.45 pounds) of coffee annually, which translates to about five to eight cups per day.

Coffee is actually a fruit

Coffee trees do indeed bear berries. The coffee berry contains both the green coffee beans, which are the seeds of the berry, and the red coffee beans, which are the actual inner seeds.

Coffee Beans: Brazil’s Olympic Funding Miracle

In 1932, the Brazilian government lacked funds to send their athletes to the Olympics. To overcome this, they sold a shipment of coffee beans while en route to the Olympics, using the proceeds to finance the athletes’ journey.

Kopi Luwak: The Expensive and Unconventional Coffee

The world’s priciest coffee is Kopi Luwak, which was priced at $600 per pound in 2019. Indigenous to Indonesia, this unique coffee undergoes a peculiar process. It is consumed by a Palm Civet, digested, and then excreted before being roasted. It is believed that the Civets select and eat only the finest and freshest coffee cherries, resulting in a naturally fermented taste that distinguishes this coffee.

Brazil: Leading the World in Coffee Production

Brazil holds the distinction of being the largest global producer of coffee, contributing around one-third of the world’s total coffee production. The country’s favorable climate and soil conditions create an ideal environment for coffee cultivation. Brazil is known for growing various types of coffee beans, such as Arabica, Robusta, and Liberica, showcasing its diverse coffee offerings.

World’s First Coffee House:Istanbul’s Historic Kiva Han in 1475

The first documented coffee house, Kiva Han, was founded in Istanbul, Turkey in 1475. It became a gathering place where a diverse range of coffee drinks from Yemen, Ethiopia, and beyond were enjoyed by patrons.

Each year the world consumes roughly 10 billion kilos of coffee

The Inventor behind the Modern Espresso Machine is Achille Gaggia

Achille Gaggia, an Italian inventor and café owner, revolutionized the espresso-making process by creating the modern espresso machine in 1938. Dissatisfied with the traditional manual methods, Gaggia developed the piston-driven espresso machine. This innovative device utilized a lever to manually force hot water through finely ground coffee, resulting in the creation of a flavorful and intense espresso.

Consuming 3 cups of coffee per day reduces risk of cardiovascular disease by 19%.

Instant coffee accounts for 13% of all coffee consumed worldwide

Instant coffee makes up approximately 13% of the total global coffee consumption. Instant coffee refers to a type of coffee that is made from pre-brewed coffee beans that have been processed and dehydrated into a powder or granules. It offers convenience and quick preparation, making it a popular choice for many coffee drinkers worldwide.

53% of people said said the deciding factor when buying a coffee was taste.

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