Little Known Facts About Coffee
How Much Do You Know?
* The name coffee comes from the
Arabic word qahwah, meaning wine,
and not from the town of Kaffa, in
Ethiopia (Abyssinia), as many writers
have supposed.
* There are twenty-four steps in the
“Coffee Process”.
* Our knowledge of coffee is about
1,000 years old.
* Coffee was first mentioned in
literature by Rhazes, an Arabian
physician.
* The use of coffee as a beverage is
about 700 years old.
* The most severe punishment for drinking
coffee was being sewn into a leather
bag and tossed alive into the sea.
* Pope Clement VIII was the first
to baptize coffee and make it a true
Christian beverage.
* “Coffee Smellers” were discharged
wounded soldiers employed as spies
to “smell out” unlicensed coffee
roasting during the coffee monopoly
in Germany.
* Goats actually discovered the coffee
plant. Their shepherd noticed that
they were getting very hyper; therefore, one
day, he followed their every move,
and found out that they were eating a
strange berry that was keeping them
awake all day and night.
* Monks used coffee to stay awake and
concentrate on what they were doing.
Little Known Facts About Coffee
How Much Do You Know?
* The name coffee comes from the
Arabic word qahwah, meaning wine,
and not from the town of Kaffa, in
Ethiopia (Abyssinia), as many writers
have supposed.
* There are twenty-four steps in the
“Coffee Process”.
* Our knowledge of coffee is about
1,000 years old.
* Coffee was first mentioned in
literature by Rhazes, an Arabian
physician.
* The use of coffee as a beverage is
about 700 years old.
* The most severe punishment for drinking
coffee was being sewn into a leather
bag and tossed alive into the sea.
* Pope Clement VIII was the first
to baptize coffee and make it a true
Christian beverage.
* “Coffee Smellers” were discharged
wounded soldiers employed as spies
to “smell out” unlicensed coffee
roasting during the coffee monopoly
in Germany.
* Goats actually discovered the coffee
plant. Their shepherd noticed that
they were getting very hyper; therefore, one
day, he followed their every move,
and found out that they were eating a
strange berry that was keeping them
awake all day and night.
* Monks used coffee to stay awake and
concentrate on what they were doing.
Coffee Preparation
Here’s how to make the perfect cup of coffee…
Coffee Tip #1- Make sure your coffee pot is clean.
A clean coffee pot is essential and will make a world of difference in how your coffee ultimately tastes. An unclean coffee pot has residual coffee oils that remain from the previous batches of coffee. There are also other coffee chemicals and materials such as pieces of coffee grounds which can decompose and cause some bad flavors. It’s not likely such small amounts will make you sick, but there’s a good chance your coffee will taste “a little off”.
Be careful about using a whole lot of soap unless you’re sure to remove any remaining residue, following a good wash and rinse with some baking soda and water to neutralize any remaining acids and coffee oil.
Coffee Tip #2 – Clean Filtered Water
Remember that coffee is really 99% water, so you want o make sure that 99% is the best that you can make it. While using tap water isn’t a bad thing, the numerous chemicals added to tap water by your local water company can dramatically change the taste of your coffee. Using bottled water is great since it’s free of chlorine, however if that seems a little on the extravagant side for you then getting one of those filters that attach to your kitchen faucet works well. Since you’ll likely use it mainly for making your coffee, the filter will last much longer then normal.
Another recommendation to ensure a clean, fresh, pure coffee taste is to use either a stainless steel or gold mesh filter instead of the usual paper filters. Paper filters are OK, however there are some that can release dyes, chlorine and bleach and any of these will effect coffee taste. If you prefer using paper coffee filters then it’s best to use the brown (unbleached) paper coffee filters since they are a more natural product.
Coffee Tip #3 - Use Fresh Quality Coffee
Quality coffee costs more but will consistently produce much better tasting coffee. Coffee beans are the best choice over pre ground coffee. Coffee begins to degrade shortly after it’s roasted, this is regardless if the coffee is packaged immediately. Surface area is a large part of the degradation, so ground coffee degrades considerably faster than whole-bean coffee because of the considerably larger surface area of all those individual pieces of coffee beans. You might think it’s an inconvenience using coffee beans compared to using ground coffee, but once you taste the delicious difference you’ll never go back to ground coffee again! If you still want to use ground coffee, make sure you use a good, drip grind coffee.
Use 2 level tablespoons of quality coffee for each six ounces of water. This can be adjusted for individual taste preference depending on whether you like your coffee weak, average or bug out your eyes strong. Make sure and spread the grounds evenly in the coffee filter so that full brewing is achieved
Drink your fresh coffee right away for the best flavor. Coffee will break down quickly if left on a heat source and coffee should never be reheated or micro waved since both of these break down the coffee flavor. If you want to keep your coffee hot without affecting the flavor very much, it’s best to use either an air pot or a stainless steel thermos. Both of these methods will keep your coffee hot for about an hour or so.
If you follow these 3 simple coffee preparation tips, you’re sure to make a perfect cup of coffee for yourself, your friends of your family each and every time.
Coffee with Creamer
I don’t always drink coffee. Most of the time, I drink this when it’s raining or when we have freshly-baked bread. This is regardless if I baked it or it’s store-bought. For me, it’s a perfect combination and also when I put butter on the bread and I dunk it on the coffee. I know this might be unheard of in other countries but here, it is common. It’s like dunking oreo cookies in milk.
I prefer my coffee with creamer and not so dark because I have difficulty sleeping due to too much coffee. Maybe this is another reason why I don’t drink it regularly. But when I miss it, I can drink coffee anytime of the day.
Coffee has become a comfort food for me. I may not drink one always but when I do, I suddenly feel relaxed and at peace. I just savor every sip of my cup of coffee.
How I treat coffee
I used to love coffee way back in my high school days. I grew up in a small town where coffee is usually a drink in the morning. I love black coffee. I just love the taste and the aroma. I don’t like it much with cream. Since coffee had been a morning routine, my grandma taught me to dip bread in my coffee. It is good. I love how the bread softens when dunked in my cup of coffee. It was definitely addictive.You should try it.
My addiction to coffee had caused trouble in my studies. I felt nervous each time. I could barely compose myself in front of an audience. Then I remember my mom told me to lessen drinking of coffee as its contents may had caused the trouble. And so I gradually lessened my drinking until I stopped eventually. I stopped drinking coffee until I graduated from college. I stopped because I didn’t want to ruin my chances and focus in school just because of coffee overload. The effect on me wasn’t good like the others.
But then after college, I started to reunite with my coffee addiction. I have no regrets. I love coffee. And right now, coffee has not remained traditional. There have been established names in the coffee industry that made a variety. So now, I get to enjoy various kinds of coffee for my own satisfaction.
Coffee,advantages/disadvantages
Coffee is also found to reduce the risk of liver cancer. Coffee has antioxidant and caffeine which both are good for liver health. Coffee is thought good for heart and brain concentration.
Coffee is found out to be good for metabolism so helpful in losing weight.
Coffee plants are grown under shade trees. The migrating birds get shelter in those trees and in return feed the insects which are harmful for coffee plants.
Coffee effect as stimulant Decaf is more bitter than caffeinated coffee.
Researches shows that the coffee is very helpful in reducing the risk of certain diseases like Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, gallstone disease, diabetes mellitus type 2.
Apart from advantages there are some disadvantages also
Teeth staining occur if not brush properly after drinking tea or coffee.
Constipation is also thought to be another side effect but there is no such prove . Previous researches states that high blood pressure is also associated with caffeine consumption but still not so sure about it. The high consumption of coffee is not good during pregnancy . But still there is no proof or evidence to support the hypothesis
Caffeinated coffee versus de-Caffeinated coffee
Coffee are extracted from mainly two different types of beans which are Robusta and the other is Arabica. Both species are found strong against tough weathers and their plants are ever green. Coffee are available in market in two varieties ,caffeinated and de-caffeinated.
Caffeinated coffee has some good impacts on our brain cells. Research says caffeinated coffee helps our brain to concentrate more. The caffeine in coffee or tea effect directly our brain cells and so the cells are active and so improve our short-term memory.
De-caffeinated coffee are made from beans higher in cholesterol ,therefore might not have good effect on heart. The de-caffeinated coffee are extracted from a bean high in cholesterol, strong in flavour but low in caffeine. Most often Robusta bean is used to obtain de-caffeinated coffee. While caffeinated coffee beans, are low in cholesterol and flavour as well. The caffeinated coffee extracted from Arabica. The de-caffeinated coffee is more expensive but less tasty as well.
People with high blood pressure, high in cholesterol or with heart disease should be caution in caffeine in take.
Crazy about COFFEE
My day will not be complete without a cup of coffee. I always start my day with it…regardless if it’s an expensive one from starbucks or just a 3-in-1 coffee. What is important is I HAVE MY COFFEE.
According to wikipedia, coffee is a widely-consumed stimulant beverage prepared from roasted seeds, commonly called coffee beans, of the coffee plant.
Hmmm coffee? For me it is simply my companion in the morning that will start my day with a bang!
Coffee and Men’s Health
BUPA investigative news 21st oct,2003
Effect of Coffee were studied on men’s fertility health. The studies concluded that sperm are more healthy and move fast in those men who consume coffee daily as compare to men who do not drink coffee or smoke marijuana.
The research were done on four different group of men.
group one—-does not drink coffee at all (0 ml)
group two—-mild drinker (one to three hundred ml )
group three—-moderate drinker (more than three to six hundred ml)
group four—– heavy drinker (more than six hundred ml)
The finding were, the sperm strength and fertility were found better in caffeine drinker (all normal to heavy drinker). The sperm motility was higher compared to non –coffee drinker men
The conclusion was the caffeine compound is helpful for sperm fertility and motility. This might be helpful for some men with infertility problem
Enjoy a Cup of Coffee – and more
I am from the land of Benguet Coffee. Nearby the the land of Kalinga Coffee. Nearby is one source of Alamid Coffee. BUT I AM COFFEE BLIND. By that, I mean I have tasted instant coffee and a cup of alamid coffee, and I didn’t know the difference. Shame, shame, shame!
But it I still know a thing or two about coffee.
To preserve the quality of coffee, it is best to use a coffee maker. Cooking it with a kettle depreciates it greatly. Also, the ground coffee is still good for at least three times of preparation. Do not throw away the residue, it is good, organic fertilizer.
Coffee is best enjoyed without sugar, milk or cream. Others may protest – “but it is bitter!” I say, you want to drink coffee, then drink coffee. Good coffee tastes like heaven by itself. Yeah, well, many enjoy it with good creamer, too. Not a few put in lots of sugar too. But beware of diabetes.
I always hear coffee drinkers say that when they drink too much coffee, their heart palpitates, and they become nervous without reason. Hear ye, hear ye. I also heard that it is adulterated coffee that gives those effects. By adulterated, I mean it has already been infused with chemicals. An unadulterated coffee, pure, natural and organic coffee, will not give you those.
Studies say too that coffee is good antioxidant. It is also a good stimulant. Another study says it improves or sharpens the memory. This must be true, a very good friend, who consumes at least five cups of coffee a day, has just passed the bar exams.
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