The Rest of the World is Drinking Coffee in a Way that You Never Dreamed Of
July 16, 2010 by admin
Filed under Coffee School, Featured, Types of Coffee
“I travel a lot; I hate having my life disrupted by routine. ~Caskie Stinnett”
Even if you can’t travel, you can certainly disrupt your coffee routine by learning how the rest of the world drinks their coffee. Learning about different coffee around the globe and even finding some to taste can help you find the best coffee in the world right in your kitchen. That’s what we’re here to do, right? Find the best coffee beans.
Vietnam
The Vietnamese love to drink their coffee with condensed milk. Try it iced (Ca phe sua da) or hot (Ca phe sua nong). To make this delicious drink into an ice cream treat, visit Chaos in the Kitchen. Etiquette Tip: If having coffee with others, wait until everyone’s cup is filled before you sip on your beverage.
Finland & Sweden
Kaffeost is a Finnish dish that consists of pouring coffee over cheese. Learn the history as well as the recipe at Mug Life. Etiquette Tip: Coffee is enjoyed after meals. Always experience this joy with your hosts.
Turkey
In Turkey, professional coffee cup readers tell your fortune in your cup of coffee. Etiquette Tip: Accept coffee graciously and see it as an offering of friendship. And don’t sip to the bottom! Learn why at the Turkish Cultural Foundation.
Italy
Romans stand up at the espresso bar to drink their strong coffee drink. Etiquette Tip: Coffee with milk after morning is a no-no. Learn more Italian coffee etiquette at Telegraph.co.uk.
Ethiopia
The Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony will inspire you to bring a lovely sense of community and ritual into your coffee drinking. The ceremony is a brilliant and beautiful daily occasion. Etiquette Tip: Take your time, stay awhile, and drink the third cup. Watch this video to learn more, this is community and culture at its best:
Visit Best Coffee Beans as we continue our series on drinking coffee around the world. Join us on a journey to find the best coffee in the world so we can taste the amazing flavors that you can’t find in any old coffee.
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