The Development of Coffee as a Global Beverage

Coffee has a rich historical legacy, starting from its origins in Ethiopia and Yemen. The podcast delves into how coffee spread across the world, with European imperial powers planting coffee in various territories. The beverage became synonymous with Italy, especially with the development of Italian-style espresso and milk-based drinks like cappuccino. The coffee industry's historical legacy includes connections to imperialism, colonialism, and the exploitation of labor. However, it also unites people globally as a widely consumed beverage.