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How Many Cups of Coffee Are Consumed Daily Worldwide?

Coffee is one of the most loved beverages worldwide. This drink made from the roasted coffee beans of the Coffea plant is a staple in many homes and offices.It is also a significant income earner in many countries. In fact, coffee is the second most traded commodity in the world.

According to statistics, the US is the leading consumer of coffee. Brazil, Italy, Germany, France, Finland, and Norway are other countries that consume coffee in large quantities.

Cups of Coffee Consumed Daily

Why is coffee popular around the world?

We drink about 2.25 billion cups of coffee daily. This translates to about 2 cups of coffee a day. When you analyze these numbers, you’ll see that the average person takes almost a thousand cups of coffee a year.

So it is no surprise that coffee is second only to water among the most consumed beverages worldwide. What makes it so popular?

We enjoy coffee because of its energizing effect, aroma, and rich flavor. Coffee also has a lot of health benefits. It reduces our risks of suffering chronic diseases such as diabetes and neurological ailments like Alzheimer’s.

However, top among all the good things we can say about coffee is that its caffeine content gives us a great start to the day and keeps us going throughout the day. It also has an amazing flavor when prepared correctly using well-roasted coffee beans.

The taste of coffee depends on where it’s produced. The coffee you buy in cafes or grocery stores comes from far-off places. Countries like Indonesia, Colombia, Brazil, Ethiopia, and Kenya produce some of the most flavorful coffee in the world.

The predominant notes that set these coffees apart are fruity, floral, spicy, nutty, and chocolatey flavors. They cater to different preferences depending on the taste buds of a coffee drinker, their age, and health concerns.

 

Coffees consumption statistics

Generally, men consume more coffee than women. And it may surprise you to know that baby boomers, who are people of ages 53 – 71, consume the highest amount of coffee a day (which is 2.2 cups). Generation Zs (young people under 20 years) take the least amount of coffee at half a cup a day. What type of coffee do these people prefer?

Well, like there are different coffee bean varieties, this beverage is prepared in several ways. There is regular black coffee, coffee with milk, and coffee beverages with other ingredients like ice cream.

Most people prefer to drink black coffee because it is easy to prepare and brings out the authentic taste of coffee beans used to make it. However, some people like to cut down on the bold flavor of coffee with milk or creamer. These are people who enjoy drinking lattes and cappuccinos.

And, of course, there are people who can only take coffee with additives such as ice cream and chocolate. These people enjoy coffees such as frappuccinos and mochas that may be highly calorific but are pretty tasty.

While the best way to prepare coffee is by using fresh coffee grounds, instant coffee is slowly taking over the lives of most coffee drinkers. This is because it is easy to make and affordable.

Coffee producers have also expanded their range of instant coffee, making it easy to get any type of coffee you like in a pack.

With all these coffees on our cafe menus and grocery store shelves, it’s no surprise that it is the main beverage we consume daily. The caffeine in it also provides us with excellent health properties. Because of it, coffee will always be a popular beverage worldwide.

 

Conclusion

Now you know how many cups of coffee are consumed daily around the world. Are you one of the people who love to drink coffee? If you have not tried it or have been drinking tea only, why don’t you have some? You may enjoy its amazing flavor and smell.

Coffee also has many health benefits. So, if you don’t take it for the taste or caffeine content, take some occasionally to improve your health. It’s one of the best beverages you can drink, hot or cold.

 

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