In our world there is a huge number of different drinks that are distinguished by taste, smell and even the way they are served. But, undoubtedly, one of the most popular and favorite drinks is coffee with a heady aroma of roasted coffee beans.
Every day millions of liters of this drink are drunk by people at home, in cafes, restaurants, street kiosks. And, believe me, no one has yet decided to give up this beloved habit and pleasure. But let's think, so how much do we know about the drink that invigorates the body and spirit !? No. And you will see this yourself, having learned the most amazing facts about a coffee drink, loved by millions of people, if not to say billions!
1. There is a legend that the plant from which coffee beans are extracted was discovered in the 11th century. an ordinary Ethiopian shepherd who noticed the amazing vigor of his goats after they tried these very grains.
2. According to statistics, New Yorkers drink 7 times more coffee than all US residents. And now imagine how much coffee is drunk in the whole world !?
3. Coffee is considered a psychoactive drink, which, in large quantities, can lead to hallucinations and strange visions. Also, it must be remembered that a coffee "overdose" can lead to a fatal outcome.
4. A lethal dose of caffeine for a person is equal to 100 cups of coffee a day. It's terrible to imagine the burden the body is experiencing!
5. One day in 1600, a French doctor offered his patients coffee with milk, inspiring a huge number of people to start adding milk to their favorite drink. Here and there was a combination of white foam and a black drink.
6. It is known that one of the French philosophers Voltaire used 50 cups of coffee a day and lived to the age of 84 years. By the way, Voltaire died not from heart disease, as one might think, but from prostate cancer. In history, Voltaire is considered one of the most famous coffeemakers.
7. Espresso is regulated by the Italian government, since it is considered a full and integral part of the daily life of all Italian citizens.
8. Hawaii is one of the few places on the planet where climatic conditions make it possible to grow good sorts of coffee.
9. It is noteworthy that in ancient Arab culture, one of the possible arguments of a woman for divorce could be a complaint about her husband for not having enough coffee in the family. An interesting option.
10. Coffee beans, in fact, are the seeds of berries, which later become fruits.
11. It is necessary to know that cooked espresso contains 2.5% of fat, while filtered coffee - only 0.6% of fat.
12. One of the most famous composers of classical music Johann Sebastian Bach wrote an opera about a woman who was addicted to coffee. Imagine how many years have passed, and this passion is still present on the planet.
13. There are countless coffee-based drinks in the world. And even there is coffee with the addition of marijuana, which, according to taste, allows you to feel the true pleasure. But we do not in any way encourage him to try!
14. In most countries of the world, young people aged 20-25 are professional baristas. In Italy, the profession of "barista" is treated with great respect, so many representatives of this profession there for 45.
15. Have you ever wondered where the word "coffee" came from !? Initially, the name of the drink came from the Arabic language and sounded like "kaghua al-bun", which in translation means "wine from beans". Then, there was an abbreviation - "kahwa". From the Turkish language was made the borrowing of "kahve". And only after that there was a well-known version of the name "coffee" for us.
16. In 1600, church leaders seriously discussed the possibility of banning Catholics from drinking coffee. But, fortunately, Pope Clement II did not support such a ban.
17. Remember, whatever the others say, caffeine can not eliminate the effects of alcoholic intoxication and sober you.
18. The first webcam was invented at Cambridge University in order to monitor the espresso machine. So, it turns out, invent all sorts of inventions.
19. The Japanese are great inventors, so in the country of the rising sun there are spas in which everyone can take baths with coffee, tea or wine for a fee.
20. Before coffee became insanely popular, in 1700 people used beer for breakfast, as a variant of a morning drink. Yes, it was not bad breakfast in the XVIII century.
21. Irish coffee was actually invented for passengers departing from Ireland in order to warm themselves before a cold flight. If those who came up with this drink knew how popular it would be!
We suggest you try yourself to prepare this invigorating hot drink.
Ingredients:
- 1 tsp. brown sugar;
- 45 ml of Irish whiskey;
- 140-160 ml of coffee;
- 30 ml cream;
- whipped cream (optional).
Cooking method:
- Put the brown sugar in a preheated mug.
- Add whiskey and stir until completely dissolved.
- Pour the mixture into the coffee and add the cream.
- Top with whipped cream.