Only a few things in life are more important than a great morning routine. For many adults, that routine includes a refreshing shower to start the day and then an equally refreshing cup of hot coffee. While the names for coffee may be different, including java, caffeine, espresso, brew, and others, they all mean the same. Continue reading to discover why coffee is a great way to start the day and the best places to visit if you are a coffee lover.
Any coffee lover will tell you the day doesn’t feel the same if they aren’t starting it with a cup of hot coffee. Some reasons that coffee is a preferred morning drink are:
- Coffee improves an individual’s energy levels.
- Coffee helps burn fat.
- Coffee reduces your risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease.
- Coffee makes people feel happier.
There are other reasons that people make coffee an essential part of their morning routine. However, it is vital for the coffee lover who also loves to travel to places where their pattern can continue uninterrupted while away. Therefore, this list of the best places for coffee lovers to visit has been compiled.
1. Seattle, Washington
Coffee is more than a simple hot beverage in Seattle. Here, it is taken seriously as part of the culture. Home to one of the largest chain coffee companies in the world, Seattle also boasts about having more coffee shops than any other city in the United States. Despite the number of shops, something about experiencing Seattle coffee is a must for travelers. If you also live near or in the United States you can visit Hawaii to get some of the best authentic Kona coffee.
Regardless of where you like to sip, Seattle has it all. From one-seat tables in a small shop or large coffee houses, you will find the servings of the barista’s warm and refreshing in Seattle.
2. Rome, Italy
Although Vatican City and Sistine Chapel are the biggest draws to Rome, Italy, those who visit cannot deny the satisfaction they get from enjoying the coffee in Rome.
Italy is known for its espresso, powerful and robust coffee served as a shot. Just as other countries perfect their natural resources, Italians work on perfecting their coffee. They work on everything essential from the beans, machines, and grounds.
Also, although espresso is the leading coffee drink of Italy, they indulge in several different coffee drinks, including lattes, macchiatos, and Americana-style coffee.
3. Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico has long had a superb relationship with good quality coffee. One reason is that Puerto Rico’s volcanic soil, climate, and altitude make it the perfect environment for growing the best coffee beans. That is why they are number six in status as a coffee exporter globally.
Other things that make the coffee in Puerto Rico unique are the aroma and flavor of their coffee. Although drinkers will pick up hints of almond, plum, and other nuts in Puerto Rican coffee, they will predominantly taste chocolate. In addition to flavor, drinkers can’t deny Puerto Rican coffee’s rich and supple feel.
4. Vienna, Austria
Known for its renowned architecture, Vienna, Austria, still reign’s supreme with beautifying the skyline as the home of St. Stephens Cathedral and other buildings that survived World War II. In addition to the architecture drawing folks for visits, their coffee hits a home run for visitors.
Vienna has put together some of the top coffee houses in the world. They are all unique for different reasons, but for sure, coffee is a large part of the local culture in Vienna. Some things to know about coffee houses in Vienna are:
- There is table service for coffee
- There is a long list of different coffees.
- There are a lot of coffee chains.
- Coffee is part of their cultural history.
- Coffee is normally served with something else – cakes, crumbles, cream slices, or strudels.
- Coffee houses welcome customers to stay as long as they’d like.
5. Istanbul, Turkey
Aside from the beautiful handwoven textiles in Turkey, it doesn’t seem a likely place to vacation, except that it is. Turkey is home to some of the most aromatic coffee in the world. In addition to coffee traditionally being cooked over coal in Turkey, it is also often told with a fortune.
As you have read above, there are numerous reasons why coffee lovers are strongly drawn to starting their day with a hot cup of brew. However, for the travel lover who also happens to love coffee, having that morning routine interrupted is an unwanted part of their plan. Therefore, I have listed some of the best places in the world for coffee lovers to visit where they can indulge in their love of coffee.
