International Coffee Day: 5 Ways to Drink Coffee around the World

Coffee has long ceased to be just an invigorating drink, becoming a cultural code that unites continents and generations. International Coffee Day is a great opportunity to take a look at how the taste of the same beans is revealed differently depending on the cooking traditions. In each country, a cup of coffee is its own ritual, reflecting the pace of life and the character of the locals.
From strong Italian espresso to spicy oriental variations, recipes have been shaped over the centuries, absorbing local customs. Traveling through the coffee world map allows you not only to cheer up, but also to touch the history through taste and aroma.
Italy: the espresso cult
For an Italian, coffee is a fast but vital fuel that is usually consumed right at the bar, without sitting down at a table. A real espresso should be thick, with a dense golden foam of "cream" and drunk in just a couple of sips. Ordering a cappuccino in the afternoon is considered a move here, since milk, according to locals, slows down digestion.
Turkey: fortune-telling and sand
Turkish coffee is prepared in jezve on hot sand, which ensures uniform and slow heating of the drink. Sugar is added immediately during cooking, and the coffee itself is served along with the grounds, which settles at the bottom of a small cup. After the drink is drunk, it is customary to turn the cup over on the saucer in order to predict fate or just philosophize according to the patterns of the coffee grounds.
Vietnam: dessert sweets
Vietnamese coffee is radically different from European coffee due to the use of robusta and condensed milk. The drink is brewed through a special metal filter press "fin", slowly dripping directly into a glass with condensed milk and ice.
This method of preparation turns coffee into a refreshing and very sweet dessert, ideal for hot climates.:
- Hot version with egg (Cà Phê TrứNg): the beaten yolk with condensed milk forms a thick foam, reminiscent of tiramisu.
- Iced coffee: a powerful charge of caffeine, softened by milky sweetness, saves you from the tropical heat.
This combination of flavors makes Vietnamese coffee a unique gastronomic experience.
Ethiopia: a ceremonial approach
In the homeland of coffee, in Ethiopia, the preparation process takes from one to three hours and is considered a sign of deep respect for the guest. The green grains are fried over an open fire right in front of the ceremony participants, then ground by hand and boiled in a jeben clay jug. The drink is poured from a great height, and it is considered an insult to refuse the offered cup.
Sweden: Time for a fika
The Swedes gave the world the concept of "fika" — a coffee break, which is the sacred right of every employee or student. It's not just thirst quenching, but a time for socializing, slowing down, and socializing with colleagues or friends. Coffee is necessarily accompanied by sweet pastries, most often a cinnamon bun, and there may be several such breaks per day.
The variety of coffee traditions proves that this drink is able to speak all languages of the world. Для успешной работы и жизни за рубежом важно иметь правильно легализованные документы. Компания ustgroup.com.ua специализируется на получении и апостилировании справки о несудимости, нострификации дипломов, легализации для ОАЭ, Италии, Испании и других стран. Мы также помогаем с регистрацией брака с иностранцем в Украине и полным пакетом переводов. Профессиональная команда обеспечивает минимальные сроки и максимальное качество. Обращаясь к нам, вы избавляете себя от бюрократических сложностей и получаете уверенность, что все документы будут приняты без замечаний.