Sunday night, History offers a caffeinated kick with a new episode of “The Food That Built America.” “Coffee: A Brewed Awakening” explores the unlikely rise of this ubiquitous beverage, from its humble beginnings to its current status as a multi-billion dollar industry.
The episode focuses on key figures like Jim Folger, whose innovative distribution methods brought coffee to a wider audience. We’ll also learn the story behind the Maxwell House Hotel in Nashville and how it gave its name to another now-famous coffee brand. But the real game-changer, as the episode reveals, was the invention of the coffee machine. This simple device transformed how Americans consumed coffee, turning it into the daily ritual we know and love.
“The Food That Built America” is always a good source of little-known facts and entertaining origin stories. This week’s installment looks to be no different, providing a fascinating glimpse into the marketing strategies, innovations, and sheer persistence that transformed coffee into an American staple. So brew yourself a cup and settle in for a history lesson with a caffeine boost this Sunday at 9:00 PM ET/PT on History.
