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Sip of History

15th–16th Centuries: Coffee Culture on the Arabian Peninsula

Coffee’s commercial story began in Yemen in the 15th century and soon spread across Iran, Egypt, Syria, and Turkey. Coffee houses, or qahveh khaneh, became popular gathering spots where people drank coffee, played games, listened to music, and exchanged news—earning the nickname “Schools of the Wise.”

Pilgrims visiting Mecca carried the “wine of Araby” and the idea of coffee houses back to their homelands, helping spread coffee culture across regions.

Source: aboutcoffee.org

Sippable Fact

Cold brew vs. iced coffee—both are great, but not the same! Iced coffee is brewed hot, then cooled, while cold brew is made with cool water from the start. Cold brew tends to be smoother and less bitter, so whether at home or in a café, know which one you’re ordering.

Source: aboutcoffee.org

Recipe Corner

Cold Brew Coffee Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup freshly ground BATSAM coffee

• 4 cups (1 liter) cold or room-temperature water

To Serve:

Dilute concentrate with water, milk, or a milk alternative (usually 1:1, but adjust to taste).
Pour over ice and enjoy!

Instructions:

1.  Combine coffee grounds and water in a large jar or pitcher. Stir to make sure all grounds are saturated.
2. Cover and let steep for 12–18 hours at room temperature or in the fridge.
3. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve lined with a coffee filter, cheesecloth, or a special cold brew filter.
4. Store the concentrate in the fridge for up to a week.