A Quick History Of Coffee

It is hard to verify the true origins of coffee.

The legend is that long ago, a sheepherder realized the effects of coffee while tending his sheep.

His sheep became very active when they ate a certain type of berry off a plant.

He tried them himself, and felt the same effect.

It has been said that a monk told him to be careful as this berry was the fruit of the devil.

However, it is also rumored that the monks used the fruit to stay awake and pray.

Another wide spread legend claims an Arabian was banished to the desert.

He boiled and ate an unknown plant.

He was able to survive in the desert on the plant.

Nearby residents of a town close to the desert felt that the mans survival was a religious message.

The plant was then named Mocha, after that town.

The fact that the coffee plant originated in Ethiopia is known by few people.

Ethiopians wrapped it in animal fat and used it as food while on raids.

Coffee was later transported to Arabia, and the Arabians began to control the coffee market.

The first to actually drink coffee as we know it today were the Turks.

The Turks added clove and cinnamon to the coffee to create a sweet taste.

Venetian trade merchants were responsible for coffee finding its way to Europe.

Soon after, coffee became a popular drink and coffee houses began to be built.

Today, people all over the world enjoy drinking coffee throughout the day.

With all of the flavors and blends of coffee to enjoy, I suggest you try a cup today!

If you are searching for coffee or coffee maker bargains, take a look on the net.

There are some great net shops that have deals that are normally much cheaper than what you would pay at your local hardware store. When you are ready to purchase, take a few minutes first and do a quick search on the net.

Using the net gives you the chance to compare prices quickly and easily, so you can be confident in knowing that you are getting the best bargain for your dollars.

One of the benefits of web shopping is that you can locate those hard to find or even rare brands of coffee that are not available in your area.