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The birth of Coffee in India

The birth of Coffee in India

Update: 2025-11-23
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Coffee lovers, history buffs, and anyone curious about how their morning brew made it to India – this story will change how you think about that cup in your hands. Chikmagalur, a small hill station in Karnataka, holds the secret to how coffee first took root in Indian soil over 400 years ago.

You’ll discover the fascinating legend of Baba Budan, the 17th-century Sufi saint who smuggled coffee seeds from Yemen and planted them in these misty hills. We’ll explore why Chikmagalur’s unique climate and geography created the perfect conditions for coffee to thrive. Finally, you’ll learn how this region transformed from a hidden coffee paradise into the commercial powerhouse that shaped India’s entire coffee industry.

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The birth of Coffee in India

The birth of Coffee in India

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