International Coffee Day: How to properly celebrate the best day of the year?

October 1 is International Coffee Day in Russia. Read on – a professional holiday for all coffee lovers. Therefore, today it is not at all scary to devote at least half an hour to comfortably drink hot coffee in a pleasant company. And if one cup doesn’t seem like enough, don’t deny yourself a second cup. After all, coffee day comes once a year.

I agree, coffee drinks are the best thing humanity has come up with because each one suits every mood or occasion. For example, if you want to feel sad while listening to Lana Del Rey songs, buy Americano. If you’re in love and want to tell the world, a salted caramel latte is definitely the way to go. In short, coffee is also the head of everything.

Beautiful and atmospheric coffee shops open at every turn in Moscow. By the way, we told you where to look for them here. We also wrote about how to prepare coffee drinks at home no worse than in trendy establishments. So it’s no surprise that the most popular drink deserves its own day. In general, we will tell you who invented the coffee holiday, why and how to celebrate it (do not be surprised, it has its own traditions). We also share interesting facts about coffee.

Damn good coffee: Where did the holiday dedicated to the drink come from?

Celebrating coffee day in general first came to the mind of a Japanese coffee organization in 1983. And only then other countries adopted the tradition. But let’s be honest, not everyone adheres to this special celebration date. Some countries celebrate the coffee festival on April 17, while others celebrate it twice a year. Meanwhile, Russia specifically refers to the second option. Therefore, at least twice a year, you cannot refuse the second or even third cup of coffee a day without any compunction.

How is coffee celebrated in other countries?

Italy

Any coffee lover will tell you that there is no better feeling when you have a hot drink and are not in a hurry. It is recommended that you put your phone aside for now and enjoy the process. By the way, this is exactly what they do in Italy. Otherwise, local hedonists experience “coffee hunger”, an acute lack of caffeine in the body. Therefore, taking an unplanned siesta for a short coffee break is definitely not a crime. And not even a single burning date will stop the Italian from duly canceling his coffee holiday. By the way, on this day, author’s master classes, collaborations of coffee houses and even festivals dedicated to the drink are held throughout the country.

Brazil

Perhaps the famous Brazilian coffee is known all over the world. Therefore, the most beautiful day of the year is celebrated on a large scale here. True, not in October, as it is all over the world, but in May. But let’s miss this. This holiday is no worse than the famous carnival, as coffee exports bring a large and stable income to the state. By the way, in honor of Coffee Day, festivals and concerts are even held on the streets, and large parties are held in the evenings. In general, now you understand why The Fashion Vibes editors have serious concerns about team building at the coffee festival in Brazil.

Chinese

There is a misconception and stereotype that most Chinese people prefer tea to other beverages. Actually, there are many coffee lovers in China. Of course, coffee is not as common here as in Europe, but there are many establishments where you can drink a cup of espresso in the morning or take an Americano with you. International Coffee Day is celebrated twice a year in China. In October and April. Moreover, this day is celebrated on a large scale in the spring as it coincides with the New Year celebration. Therefore, the coffee holiday is often included in one of the days of the New Year celebration. By the way, right now coffee drinks can be purchased for free or at a huge discount. We have only one question: Can we do the same?

How is the coffee holiday celebrated in Russia?

Coffee is the main hot drink in Russia. And this is not our opinion, but a confirmed fact stated by coffee and tea producers in Russia in 2019. Its nationwide sales have doubled in the last decade. But so is the cost. But let’s not talk about sad things. Therefore, the coffee holiday is a great opportunity for most coffee shops to make more profit than on a normal day.

By the way, the coffee capital of Russia is St. Petersburg, not Moscow. We are sure that we will surprise you when we say that it is St. Petersburg. It turned out that there are the most coffee shops per capita here. So personally, St. We think that the owners of St. Petersburg coffeehouses should unite and organize a big city coffee festival. There are no plans for this for now – we’re making do with what we have. That is, original master classes from leading baristas, raffles and lotteries from cafes and, of course, pleasant promotions.

Interesting facts about coffee

People who drink coffee live twice as long. Researchers at Harvard University came to this conclusion. Two to three cups a day reduces the risk of developing cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes and Parkinson’s disease.

Coffee is the second most important product in the world. The first is oil. If you don’t believe that coffee is one of the most consumed beverages, consider that it is worth more than a hundred billion dollars worldwide.

The punishment for drinking coffee used to be death. In the 17th century, the Ottoman Empire believed that coffee contributed to the consciousness-altering effect and viewed it as a medicine. And those who consumed the drink were sentenced to death.

The world’s oldest cat couldn’t live without coffee. The 38-year-old cat named Cream Puff is known by the world not only as the Guinness World Record holder, but also as the true lover of coffee. According to his owner, Puff started every morning with a bowl of coffee with milk.

Drinking coffee in the morning is harmful. No matter what anyone says, drinking coffee in the first half is not a good idea. Of course, caffeine can trick your body into producing cortisol, which will perk you up. However, in reality, this is not necessary because it is already produced naturally after waking up. However, if you drink too much coffee in the morning, you may experience a loss of energy and alertness by lunch. So sometimes it’s better to wait until noon for a double espresso.