A warm 'cup of joe'

By Angie Long

Coffee (also known affectionately as 'java' and 'joe') is a beverage enjoyed by many. The demand for a variety of coffee and coffee-based drinks doesn't seem likely to diminish any time soon.

In a stressful world, a boost of caffeine served in a delicious beverage is a pleasure many almost seem to find a necessity to kick start their morning, or revive them during a long and weary afternoon.

These days major bookstore chains feature their own coffee shops so readers can browse and sip; even the little South Alabama town of Brewton has its own popular coffee-and-novel spot, "The Book and Bean."

Now Greenville has its own version of a coffee house, Jan and Julie's Coffee Café, allowing local customers to experience real espresso, cappuccino and other delights (along with a cup of basic black coffee, of course).

So, how did this bitter black beverage become such a beloved drink?

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