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Trend & Tradition

Title A Brewing Revolution: The Beginning of America's Love Affair with Coffee
Issue Volume 02, Number 01 (T&T, Winter 2017)
Description Early American coffeehouses were patronized by leading figures in the American Revolution such as Washington, Jefferson and Adams, and were venues for political discussions, business dealing, and conversation with friends. After tea became a contested and protested beverage many patriots favored coffee over tea.
Author Abrams, Jeanne
Pages 38-41