What was coffee originally called in Europe?
Correct answer: Arabian Wine

Player #24358685
Coffee was originally banned in European countries because they observed the wxcitability and jitters; they deemed it a drink of the Devil. Finally it was brought to the Pope's attention. He tried it and declared that far from the Devil's drink--this was truly a gift from God. You gotta love it.

Player #19883371
Coffee originally was discovered in Ethiopia, a country found in East Africa at a place called Kaffa, where the name Coffee is originated from.

DroningCornball68263
kaffa = coffee, makes sense.

Maestra
It’s good to be a Spanish teacher- the topic of words Spanish acquired from Arabic always amazes the kids- this being one.

luckycatfay
SneakyMole92698, that was cocoa wasn't it

SneakyMole92698
this "wine" was from the new world?