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7 International Cities for a Great Cup of Coffee

by Holly Riddle

Oct 7, 2019

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  • vienna coffee
    Nothing quite beats a good cup of Joe in the morning, whether at home or traveling abroad. Not all coffee is equal, though. Here are seven cities around the world to visit for a caffeine fix like no other. © Vadim Lerner | Dreamstime.com
  • Vietnam Phin coffee
    Head to Ho Chi Minh City for your first taste of traditional Vietnamese iced coffee. Beans are darkly roasted, ground and served in the traditional metal drip filter. The drink often comes with a side of ice and condensed milk for sweetening. © Vquang90 | Dreamstime.com
  • Turkish coffee
    Turkish coffee is in a league of its own. The beans are finely ground and boiled with or without sugar. Watch out for the grounds; the rich brew is served with a thick layer of sediment at the bottom of each cup. © Tarık Kaan Muşlu | Dreamstime.com
  • vienna coffee
    Vienna’s coffee culture received UNESCO World Heritage recognition almost a decade ago. Traditional Viennese coffee appeals to those with a sweet tooth. Espresso is finished off with decadent ingredients such as whipped cream. © Vadim Lerner | Dreamstime.com
  • Omo, Ethiopia
    Travel to the birthplace of coffee, Addis Ababa. Coffee is a significant part of Ethiopian culture and coffee ceremonies take place each day. The ceremonies are a time to socialize and it’s considered rude to drink fewer than three cups. © Hakan Can Yalcin - Dreamstime.com
  • Melbourne Australia
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  • Helsinki’s coffee culture
    One might assume Italy leads the world in coffee consumption, but that’s not the case. Finland consumes more than double the coffee Italians consume each year. Helsinki’s coffee culture prioritizes high quality and light roasts. © Catalina Zaharescu Tiensuu - Dreamstime.com
  • Portuguese coffee
    Did you know the Portuguese introduced coffee to Brazil? The country’s long coffee heritage still shines in Lisbon. Enjoy fresh espresso with steamed milk with your morning pastry before moving on to stronger, straight espresso. © Dauramenezes | Dreamstime.com

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