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Behind the story of coffee: Unexpected gift from Africa

A farmer picks coffee berries in a coffee farm in Kirinyaga, Kenya, Dec. 20, 2024. (Xinhua]

In a cozy cafe nestled in Nairobi's Karen district, chestnut-colored AA-grade Kenyan coffee beans are carefully ground, extracted and brewed under the focused gaze of a local barista.

The bitterness transforms into something wondrous, a bright acidity blossoms, reminiscent of ripe, juicy tropical fruits. The aroma quickly fills the room, invigorating the senses.

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