The story of coffee that is more than a drink But an inspiration for a national pride.

 

Coffee is a beverage that has thousands of years of history. It has also been banned at different times in different countries because it may be the gathering point of small ideas leading to national political problems linked to its consumption.

The story of coffee that is more than a drink It was once banned from being sold in general, especially coffee shops. because it may be the gathering point of small ideas leading to national political problems linked

Back in the year 1511, when the Arab world was only known for intoxicating beverages such as spirits and wines, the new drink that some Arabs began to drink was coffee, which contained a stimulant that might miraculous Called later "caffeine" (Cafein) has the effect of making the body feel energized and alert, unlike intoxicated drinks that are drunk and unconscious. slow down and affect the body in the long term

There is information that once in Mecca, present-day Saudi Arabia, around 1551, the sacred shrine of the local people has banned religious people from drinking coffee It is believed that it is a drink that stimulates the body. It is contrary to their teachings.

during that time Coffee is therefore classified as a beverage of the same type as liquor. It later became one of the most famous Arab cultures.

But there is another interesting reason because some data indicate that...

The real reason for the ban on coffee In Mecca at that time it was because of coffee drinking. It is a gathering activity that may lead to an exchange of ideas. to turn against the rulers of the country or be influenced to see differently

It wasn't until 1524 that the idea was finally overturned. And as a result, Arab countries are one of the countries with the highest coffee consumption in the world.

With the uniqueness of "Arabic coffee", it mixes spices into the coffee as well, such as saffron, cloves, and cinnamon, which are waiting to welcome guests into the house. Until becoming a culture that UNESCO has considered a heritage of local knowledge of Arabs for a long time.

This is one of those stories about coffee history. Until coffee becomes a popular beverage of people today, there are many stories that have been discussed. The next chapter will tell about a story that was once in Italy. Known as the nation who invented the espresso machine, people in Italy call coffee. "Devil's Drink" Why?