If you’re a coffee lover, you might have heard the story of Voltaire, the famous French writer and philosopher who allegedly drank 40 to 50 cups of coffee a day. But did he really consume that much caffeine? The answer is not entirely clear, as there are different versions of the story, and not all …
Uncovering the Truth: Did Voltaire Really Drink 40 to 50 Cups of Coffee a Day? Read More »
If you’re a coffee drinker, you may have wondered whether your coffee maker boils water. It’s a common misconception that coffee makers boil water, but in reality, the water temperature in most drip coffee makers is designed to achieve the perfect temperature for brewing coffee, not reaching the boiling point of water. According to The …
In my first job after college, we had a coffee maker in our office. It’s what galvanizes us for the day ahead. Without a cup or two of coffee, our productivity is down the drain. We simply cannot work without our daily dose of caffeine. The office coffee maker is also the “first time” I …
Have you ever wondered who “discovered” coffee? Every morning as I drink my cuppa joe, I always ask who was that first person who randomly picked coffee beans, roasted them, and added water to bring us the most wonderful drink? The truth is, we really don’t know for certain who this brilliant (and maybe bored?) …
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