The history of coffee is spectacular for all the journeys it has made to become one of the most widely consumed products in the world.
Coffee originated in Africa, specifically in Ethiopia. But from there, where did coffee go from there?
Today we tell you all about it J
The beginning of coffee
The coffee tree probably originated in the Kafa province of Ethiopia, although it is not known exactly.
The Dutch were the first to export coffee cultivation from Africa to other parts of the world, and from then on the Netherlands became the main supplier of coffee to Europe.
Coffee bound for Asia
Later, the Dutch took the coffee to Asia.
First to the city of Malabar in India and later to Java in Indonesia. Both countries have become major coffee exporters today.
Coffee arrives in Europe
Merchants from Venice were the first to bring coffee to Europe in 1615 and coffee was originally believed to have medicinal qualities.
The first coffee house in Europe was the Caffè Florian in St. Mark's Square in Venice, which has been open since its opening in 1720.
Coffee reaches the Americas
The Dutch took seeds to Dutch Guiana and from there to French Guiana. The first plantation in Brazil was established in 1727 with plants taken from French Guiana.
In 1784, Capuchin missionaries brought the first coffee seeds to Venezuela from Brazil, while in Colombia they came from the French West Indies.
The first small-scale cultivation was recorded in late colonial times, especially in the departments of Magdalena and Norte de Santander in 1785.
Coffee arrived in the United States in 1689, with the opening of the first establishment in Boston. The drink quickly gained popularity and even gained the status of a national drink.
Thanks to all these journeys, coffee has been able to reach your cup. Did you know this fascinating story?
