• The Captivating History of Coffee - From Goat Herder to Global Phenomenon

  • Dec 13 2024
  • Length: 12 mins
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The Captivating History of Coffee - From Goat Herder to Global Phenomenon

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  • This explores the captivating journey of coffee, beginning with its discovery in the Ethiopian highlands by the goat herder Kaldi. It traces coffee's evolution from a local Ethiopian commodity to a global cultural phenomenon, detailing its crucial role in Islamic society and its spread through the Middle East. The narrative covers the emergence of the first coffee houses, the Dutch role in globalizing coffee production, and its influence on social, political, and economic developments across centuries. The article illustrates how coffee transformed from a regional beverage into one of the world's most significant commodities, shaping social interactions, trade networks, and cultural practices along the way, while examining its ongoing impact on modern society and future challenges. This piece serves as a comprehensive historical overview that emphasizes how a simple beverage came to play such a profound role in human civilization, from its legendary origins to its present-day global significance.
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