Brew Connections on International Coffee Day 2024 Coffee is one of the most popular beverages in the world. For many, coffee is not just a beverage but a ritual and a comfort drink. On October 1, coffee enthusiasts worldwide unite to celebrate International Coffee Day.
This global celebration isn’t just about sipping their favourite brew but about acknowledging the cultural significance, evolution, and influence of coffee on societies worldwide. From its rich history to current coffee trends in 2024, International Coffee Day offers a chance to reflect on how this beloved beverage has brewed its way into our daily lives. In this article let’s explore the history of coffee, its journey across different continents, global coffee culture and the latest coffee trends in 2024.
From beans to global beverage: The History of Coffee To understand the global coffee culture, let’s first look back at the history of coffee. Coffee's origins trace back to the ancient coffee forests of Ethiopia, where legend says that a goat herder named Kaldi discovered the stimulating effects of coffee beans after noticing how his goats became more energetic after consuming them. Though unverified, this anecdote marks the beginning of coffee's journey.
The energizing beans made their way from Ethiopia to the Arabian Peninsula. The 15th century saw the first official cultivation of coffee in Yemen and by the 16th century, coffee began to spread across Persia, Egypt, and Turkey. People started enjoying.
