Implanting a Taiwanese coffee culture

Tungshan in Tainan County has a well-deserved reputation for producing a nice cup of coffee
By Yu Sen-lun
STAFF REPORTER

Ten years ago in Tungshan township, a small town in Tainan County, drinking a cup of coffee was a luxurious treat for foreigners. Four generations of farmers in the town drank tea daily, like most Taiwanese, but now making, sipping and talking about coffee has become a daily routine for most residents.

They visit each other, exchange ideas about growing coffee trees and roasting methods and compare harvests with each other. As a result, this small town has gained a reputation for coffee that has attracted TV crews, writers and broadcasters alike.

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