Coffee culture
Coffee culture
Coffee culture (/ˈkɒfi ˈkʌltʃər/) refers to the social atmosphere or series of associated social behaviors that depends heavily upon coffee, particularly as a social lubricant. The term also refers to the diffusion and adoption of coffee as a widely consumed stimulant by a culture.
Etymology
The term "coffee culture" comes from the combination of the words "coffee" and "culture". "Coffee" is derived from the Italian word "caffè", which was borrowed from the Ottoman Turkish "kahve", in turn borrowed from the Arabic "qahwah" (قهوة). The word "culture" comes from the Latin "cultura" which means 'growing, cultivation'.
History
The history of coffee is long and complex and can be traced back to 9th-century Ethiopia. The coffeehouse, a symbol of coffee culture, was likely established in the Middle East around the 15th century. This culture was brought to the Western world in the 16th century by traders and colonists.
Coffee and Society
In many societies, coffee is a significant part of their culture. In countries such as Ethiopia, Italy, Colombia, and Brazil, coffee rituals are woven into the fabric of everyday life. In modern times, coffee culture often involves the gathering of individuals in coffeehouses or specialty coffee shops.
Coffee Consumption
Coffee consumption is a major part of coffee culture. The manner in which coffee is prepared and consumed can vary greatly. The most common methods of coffee preparation include espresso, French press, moka pot, and drip coffee.
Related Terms
- Coffeehouse: A place where coffee is served and people socialize.
- Espresso: A method of preparing unfiltered coffee.
- Café society: A society of café-goers, where people gather in cafés to talk, write, read, entertain one another, or pass the time.
- Barista: A person who prepares and serves coffee.
- Cappuccino: A popular coffee drink that originated in Italy.
- Latte: A coffee drink made with espresso and steamed milk.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Coffee culture
- Wikipedia's article - Coffee culture
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