October 1: International Coffee Day
The coffee community is celebrating! Since this October 1st is celebrated the International coffee day, the second most consumed drink in the world and which is part of the morning routine of many. So, since it is a special date for those fans of a good, delicious and very natural cup of coffee, what better way to celebrate it with your favorite preparation, in the company of friends or alone.
This celebration which was promoted by the International Coffee Organization (ICO), in 2015, during the expo in Milan (Italy), its purpose is to bring together and recognize all the coffee growers in the world. In fact, the first year in which this festival began, approximately 70 events in 35 regions around the world. While in the second edition, 54 countries participated in a total of 130 events.
On this important day, many companies decide offer cups of coffee totally free! While others choose to give away coupons and give special offers to their most loyal customers. In the case of those greeting card companies, on this date they sell both physical and electronic commemorative letters.
As a company dedicated to the coffee industry, we have decided to make a special article dedicated to our star product: Coffee. That is why we invite you to continue reading to learn more interesting facts about the drink and everything that surrounds it.
How was International Coffee Day born?
The origin of Coffee Day is somewhat unknown, since for several decades various events related to this drink have been held around the world. For example, in Japan in 1983 it was promoted for the first time in The All Japan Coffee Association. Years later, specifically in 2005 in the United States, National Coffee Day was publicly declared on September 29.
In 1997, the International Coffee Organization promoted in China to celebrate the coffee growing union and, of course, the drink. But it was not until early 2001, when it was decided to convert it into an annual celebration.
But this does not stop here, since the label of the International coffee day, was used for the first time during a press conference by the Southern Food and Beverage Museum on October 3, 2009. At the same time, they took advantage of that opportunity to announce the first New Orleans Coffee Festival.
As you will see, there are many dates to commemorate this very popular drink. However, following a series of meetings between March 3 and 7, 2014, the ICO decided to officially launch International Coffee Day, as part of Expo Milan 2015.
When do they celebrate coffee day in other countries?
In all parts of the world, they have different days to celebrate this incredible product and its entire guild. For example, the September 29 It is a date that countries such as: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Ethiopia, Hungary, India, Iceland, Norway, Philippines, Indonesia, Romania, Slovakia, South Africa, Sweden, Taiwan, Pakistan-Karachi, Poland and the United States have in common, as we noted above. Although Costa Rica also celebrates it in September, it always takes place on the second Friday of the month of each year.
In other countries such as Germany, Ireland, the United Kingdom, Singapore, Japan, Mexico, New Zealand, Ireland, Malaysia and Sri Lanka, they decide to celebrate it on October 1 of each year.
While in Colombia and North Korea, the date is June 27. Switzerland celebrates it on September 28. In Mongolia, national coffee day is January 3, being the first to celebrate it every year. In the case of Portugal it does so every April 14. Brazil celebrates May 24. Denmark on May 6 and Peru on August 22.
Fun facts about coffee
It's no secret to anyone that coffee is one of the favorite drinks in the world, going on par with water and tea. So today, we would like to share some of those interesting facts that surround it and why it is the most sought after by people of all ages.
-The word 'coffee' comes from Arabic ‘Qahhwat Al-bun’ what it means 'grain wine'
-There are many varieties of coffee, but the most popular are Arabica and Robusta
-It is an important ally when it comes to losing fat, after functioning as a natural diuretic. Accelerating the metabolism between 3% to 11%.
-Prevents neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's
-It is the second most marketed product in the world next to Coca Cola.
-About 3 million cups of coffee are consumed around the world.
-A café in France that, in addition to offering delicious coffee, also promotes good manners. So those customers who do not say 'Hello', 'thank you', 'Good morning', 'Please', the coffee is a little more expensive.
-Can you imagine bathing in a pool of coffee? Well this is possible in Japan, where there is a cafeteria called Yunessun Spa Resort, where they pamper their clientele in this way.
-Brazil is considered one of the largest coffee producers in the world. This is because its harvest represents 30.16% of world production.
-Coffee beans come from the fruit that grows on the coffee plant. A tree that can measure up to about 6 meters.
-The United States is one of the countries where the most coffee is consumed.
This is the best way to celebrate Coffee Day
Since Incapto Coffee, we are very happy to commemorate the celebration of coffee and the union in general. So we have decided to share some tips on how we can enjoy this day, responsibly, taking care of our planet and the product. That is why, one of the first things that as a company specialized in the area, we invite you to consume a good cup with any of the products Incapto, since they are characterized by being natural and free of contaminants and you can select the one of your preference through our page.
But if you want another plan, you can go to your trusted coffee shop with friends or family and order your favorite coffee, whether it be: Capuccino, Latte macchiato, Mocha, Espresso Martini, Batidana or an espresso. You can also dive into the web and search for new recipes to prepare it in your home community. But if you don't know where to look, we suggest you subscribe to our Youtube channel and discover information and preparations related to this incredible product called: Coffee.
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