How did the term mocha originate?

G’day coffee lover!

Did you know that the term "mocha" has a fascinating history that dates back to the 15th century? Originally, it referred to the port city of Mocha (now known as Al-Makha) in Yemen, which was a major center for coffee trading. Coffee was grown and processed in the surrounding regions and then shipped to Mocha for export.

Over time, the term "mocha" came to describe a particular type of coffee bean that was grown in Yemen and had a unique flavor profile, characterized by notes of chocolate and spice. This flavor profile is believed to have arisen from the unique combination of soil, climate, and growing conditions in Yemen.

Nowadays, most people associate the term "mocha" with a type of coffee drink that combines espresso, steamed milk, and chocolate. The drink is named after the distinctive flavour profile of the Yemeni coffee beans, which were historically associated with the port city of Mocha. Pretty cool, huh?

We hope you have a great day and make sure to come by our store in Hornsby and try our Belgian chocolate mochas =)

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