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Coffee in Nordic countries became popular in the 19th century, as those countries began to tax alcoholic beverages more heavily.

Coffee consumption in the world’s two most populous countries – China and India – is also increasing steadily.

By 2050 it is possible that the U.S. economy will not just be smaller than China’s — but India’s as well.

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Coffee was first introduced to Italy in the 1500s as a result of the thriving trade between Venice and North Africa and the Middle East.

Despite a significant growth differential in China’s favor, the country’s per capita GDP will equal only 42% of the U.S. level by 2050.

Brazil is the largest coffee consumer among the world’s developing countries.

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Currently, the Chinese economy is just 40% smaller than the U.S. when measured at market exchange rates.