The life cycle of a cup of coffee

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As an ever-exhausted new mom of twins, I’ve been praying to the coffee gods with fervent appreciation the last few months. My recent reverence likely made watching this video from A.J. Jacobs and TED-Ed even more enjoyable than usual, but I still think most coffee drinkers should check it out!

How many people does it take to make a cup of coffee? For many of us, all it takes is a short walk and a quick pour. But this simple staple is the result of a globe-spanning process whose cost and complexity are far greater than you might imagine. AJ Jacobs traces the journey of this caffeinated elixir from seed to cup.

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