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This is the Village of 'Keffa', the Birthplace of COFFEE! Coffee took its name long ago from the African region of 'Keffa' located in Ethiopia about 4000 feet up in the Simien mountains. Keffa is actually a province on the southwestern side of Ethiopia; its capital city was Bonga. It was named after the former Kingdom of 'Kaffa'. The etymology of Kaffa is thought to be from 'qahwah' an Arabic word meaning "a drink from berries". The English word coffee is derived from the same root. Traditionally, the ground coffee is slowly stirred into the black clay coffee pot locally known as 'jebena'. And keeping true to African tradition, along with the 'Keffa' came the 'Keffa Ceremony'. What is life without Ceremonies ?
If you are ever honored to be invited to a Coffee Ceremony, don't miss out, just GO! This is a Ceremony of Friendship. Usually, this Ceremony takes place in honor of guests coming to visit. The cool part? The ceremony is also performed on a very regular basis as a normal part of daily life, inviting family and friends over for regular company. It is usually performed by the beautiful ladies who are always wearing a certain magnetic regalia like these you see in the pics. The coffee ceremony also took on a spiritual aspect among the monks who would pray deep into the night. This was the Ethiopian way of enjoying coffee for centuries before it spread to the rest of the world. Ethiopia is the primary center of origin of the Arabica coffee plant. Coffee has been a global tradition for a long time in the modern world. But next time you find yourself sitting in a Starbucks or Dunkin' Donuts, encourage them to put a big colorful mural on the wall to celebrate the beautiful African region and culture of Keffa, where it all started, and from whence Coffee gets its name . . . "It is the deliberate omission of the contributions of aborigine people to the worlds civilization that created the need for a "black history month". Period!Credits: Dean Brown
The History of Ethiopian Coffee & Its Coffee Ceremony
Charcoal Coffee
Mar 8, 2023
Discover the History of Ethiopian Coffee, tracing its origins as the birthplace of Arabica coffee and exploring its rich cultural significance. Ethiopia’s coffee legacy runs deep, not only as a vital economic driver but as a central part of daily life. In this video, we delve into the history of coffee in Ethiopia, including the legendary tale of Kaldi and his dancing goats, who are said to have discovered coffee centuries ago.
Ethiopian coffee has unique traditions that go beyond the drink itself. The iconic Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony is a profound cultural practice, symbolising friendship and respect. Join us as we explore how these ceremonies are performed, with freshly roasted beans and conversations flowing in a time-honoured ritual.
Learn about the economic impact of coffee on Ethiopia, where coffee export in Ethiopia remains essential, supporting millions of livelihoods. From the vibrant landscapes of Ethiopian coffee farms to the intricate rituals of the Ethiopian coffee culture, this journey reveals the full story of Ethiopia's national drink.
Whether you’re a coffee enthusiast or curious about global traditions, this video offers an in-depth look at the heritage of Ethiopian coffee.
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
00:44 Challenges for Ethiopia
01:06 Economy
01:42 Coffee Production
03:03 Improvements to the Coffee Industry
04:08 Climate Change
05:12 Coffee Cultivation Systems
05:55 The History Of Ethiopian Coffee
06:53 Ethiopian Coffee Characteristics
07:27 Ethiopian Coffee Culture I hope you enjoy this video and find it useful.
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