The (single) origins of International Coffee Day

It’s no secret that Australia has some of the best coffee in the world. Melbourne is one of the world’s biggest coffee capitals, and Sydney isn’t too far behind it. For example, it’s hard to find a bad cup of coffee from an independent coffee shop in Melbourne.

On the 1st of October, it’s International Coffee Day! From the 1st October until the 30th September, it is the beginning of the coffee year.

So why not celebrate by diving into Australia’s relationship with coffee and see how it became one of the best places in the world to get a very, very good cup of coffee?

Exploring the (single) origins of International Coffee Day

The 1st of October is a key date in celebrating this internationally celebrated drink!

Coffee. Perhaps it’s the first thing you might think about when you wake up in the morning. Or perhaps it’s the thing that you rely on to get you through the day if you’re craving something warm and rich to give you a boost of energy.

Enjoying a cup of coffee has spread to every corner of the world. For some, it’s a crucial part of their morning. For others, it’s a way of meeting up with friends to enjoy a chat. Either way, it’s a huge part of the world, so it’s only fitting that there is a whole day dedicated to this famous beverage!

Twinned with International Barista Day (1st March), the International Coffee Day celebrates this worldwide-celebrated drink, and raises awareness about the importance of coffee and its background.

So – why is the coffee in Australia so good?

With a heavy influence of Italian culture (particularly in Melbourne), it’s no surprise that there is a high quality of coffee. The European espresso culture kicked off the high demand for quality coffee during the 60s, but with the influx of highly skilled baristas, the coffee standard is so high that it’s gained worldwide recognition for its high standard. There’s also a focus on ensuring that beans are ethically sourced. There’s a high level of experimentation involved, too.

Experimenting with flavour

More roasteries are not afraid to experiment with their beans and try something different to achieve different flavour profiles. Coffee-making has now become an art form, a craft in and of itself.

In fact, Melbourne’s coffee culture has become so famous that it’s coined its very own coffee, called a ‘magic’ coffee (a double-ristretto espresso-based coffee, topped up with flat-white style milk). Live like a local in Melbourne and pick up your own ‘magic’ coffee!