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Plants of the Gods: S5E4. Part 1 — Coffee, the World’s Favorite Stimulant — Chemistry, History, and More

Plants of the Gods: Hallucinogens, Healing, Culture and Conservation podcast

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The History and Taste of Coffee in France

This chapter delves into the history of coffee consumption in France during the Napoleonic Wars, highlighting the British naval blockade's impact on imported coffee and sugar scarcity, leading to Napoleon's call for local alternatives. It also explores the popularity of Chickery as a coffee substitute and its enduring influence in regions influenced by French colonialism, while discussing the acquired taste of coffee and its significance in human consciousness.

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