Are you one of those who, like me, cannot wake up without drinking coffee? Coffee is a passion, it can be one of the unifying elements of your life. In fact, if you’re a habitual person like me, coffee even affects your travels.
If you cannot benefit from your mind and body without drinking a few cups of coffee when you wake up in the morning, you may have a sweet addiction. However, this addiction is not like other bad habits because science has now allowed 5 cups of coffee a day. Of course, you need to stay away from granulated coffee, that is, coffee that dissolves in water. Coffee is healthy when it is brewed using the same brewing method as tea. You don’t need to drink the coffee itself, but the aroma it releases into the water, so the best thing to do would be to buy coffee beans, grind them and brew them the way you like.
For years, people all over the world have sought to grow their own coffee, and some have made a name for themselves all over the world, demonstrating the quality of their coffee. If you like to do different travels, I offer you 5 travel suggestions.
Ethiopia
When we go back to the 9th century, when a goatherd discovered this fruit, we encountered Ethiopia. Special coffee ceremonies have been held here since ancient times. You can go to see the coffee ceremonies, which are celebrated as a cultural tradition and a kind of holiday. Sit in a cafe in Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, and order yourself a cup of amazing coffee. Watch the ceremonies, participate, and have your fill of coffee.
colombia
Colombia, one of the world’s largest coffee importers, sprays all cars entering the country with a spray to protect its coffee, killing any bacteria that may come from outside. When I first heard this information, I was very surprised and respected. Eje Cafetero or Coffee Triangle can be considered the best coffee region in the world. Coffee is an integral part of Colombian culture. Cities such as Manizales, Pereira and Armenia would be a good choice to explore the coffee plantations in the region. Breathe in the scent of fresh soil in the spring air as you pass through green valleys.
Portland
Located in the state of Oregon, on the northwestern border of America, Portland is one of the largest cities in the state with a population of approximately 580 thousand. There are more than 30 places with coffee roasters in the city. You can go and choose one that you feel like you belong to and that feels warm to you. Its smell will call you anyway. Stumptown Coffee Roasters is a stop in front of the city’s coffee centers and invites you to a magical world by offering many options for brewing coffee.
Hawaii
Hawaii is home to nearly 800 produce farms that harvest millions of pounds of fresh field throughout the year. Coffea arabica was first found in its home in Hawaii in the 1800s. He produced a special on the Kona coast where the Kona Coffee Belt can be found today. Due to the perfect blend of sun and exceptionally fertile soil and the tropical plantations of this region, arguably the best coffee in the world is produced here. You might want to visit the Kona Coffee Cultural Festival, which offers coffee tastings, a parade, a coffee picking contest, and even a beauty pageant!
vietnamese
Vietnamese coffee didn’t become popular for its brew specialty or fascinating history, but for the way it’s served: strong, sweet, and icy. During French colonial rule, coffee was introduced to Vietnamese culture in the late 19th century. Most beans are of the robusta variety (as opposed to arabica) and are from the central region of the country. A great place to taste iced coffee is at Hang Hanh (Coffee Street) in Hanoi’s Old Quarter
From Coffee Street in Hanoi to Coffee Highway in Colombia, people around the world show their love for coffee in different ways, taking the time to enjoy these conditions and traveling to experience the world in a completely different way. However, if you are one of those who work hard and do not spare time for these expensive trips, and if you, like me, want to drink coffee with the highest caffeine content in the world, my suggestion would be Taft Coffee.
I wish you coffee-scented days, now let me go brew a nice cup of coffee…
Candan Unal