Coffee is the second most traded commodity in the world after oil, with over 2.25 billion cups consumed every day globally.
Tea is believed to have originated in China around 2737 BC, when a leaf from a tea tree accidentally fell into Emperor Shennongs pot of boiling water.
The Ottoman Empire had a rich coffee culture, with coffeehouses in Istanbul becoming popular social hubs where people gathered to enjoy Turkish coffee and engage in intellectual discussions.
Coffeehouses in 17th century England were known as penny universities because for the price of a penny, people could enjoy a cup of coffee while engaging in lively intellectual discussions.
Vienna, Austria became famous for its coffeehouses in the 19th century, which served as meeting places for intellectuals, writers, and artists, leading to the development of the Viennese coffeehouse culture.
Coffeehouses played a significant role in the Enlightenment period, providing a space for intellectuals and philosophers to exchange ideas and challenge societal norms.