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The First Record of Coffee Drinking in Korea Resurrected in Busan
Busan City will hold an event called "Busan Coffee Day" at Domohun from September 20 to 21 for two days. This festival aims to modernly shed light on the historical fact that Busan was the first city in Korea to drink coffee, creating a cultural experience that citizens can enjoy together.
Although it is known that King Gojong first drank coffee in 1896 at the suggestion of the Russian envoy during the Gwangmu Restoration, records indicate that Min Geon-ho of the Busan Customs received 'gabbichaa' (a type of coffee) in 1884, thus recognizing Busan as the first city in Korea to consume coffee.
This event will feature various coffee-related programs designed to encourage citizen participation and broaden the cultural base of coffee. It has been prepared as a meaningful event to commemorate Busan's coffee history.
Colorful Programs and Experiences
This event will have a variety of programs prepared. There will be performances of latte art by the World Coffee Champion and demonstrations of Turkish sand coffee, as well as a talk show with the champion.
Additionally, there will be hand drip lectures, sensory education, a seminar on blockchain coffee ingredient analysis, and experiences of creating your own drip bags, allowing you to enjoy a special coffee experience with top baristas.
In the Sosopung Garden, there will be a market zone for local coffee specialty stores and famous bakeries. Set against the backdrop of the Gwangandaegyo Bridge and the sea, it is a great place to enjoy coffee and music, serving as a perfect dating course and unique experience in the Namcheon-dong and Gwangalli area.
Development of Busan-style Coffee Beverages and Citizen Participation
This festival will hold a tasting event for 'Busan-style coffee beverages (RTD)' symbolizing Busan, along with a naming contest. RTD refers to drinks that can be consumed immediately, and in August, Busan City signed an agreement to develop RTD beverages in cooperation with the World Coffee Champion, the Busan Gyeongnam Dairy Cooperative, and convenience store companies.
Through the process of citizens directly tasting the beverages and naming them, it is expected that a unique coffee brand of Busan will be born. This participation will play a significant role in the development of the local coffee culture.
Reasons Why Busan is Called a Coffee City
Busan is a port city based on diverse cultures and inclusivity, holding a charm similar to coffee with over a thousand flavors. This event will be an opportunity to widely publicize the significance of being the first city to hold a record of coffee drinking in Korea, contributing to opening a new future for the Busan coffee industry.
A city official stated, "We hope to share Busan's history and unique coffee culture through this festival, allowing citizens and tourists to fully experience the charm of 'Coffee City Busan'."
Conclusion
The "Busan Coffee Day" event, held from September 20 to 21, is suitable not only for coffee lovers but also for couples and families looking for a unique experience.
If you enjoy the dating courses in Gwangalli and Namcheon-dong together, you will create even more special memories.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. Is Busan the first city in Korea to drink coffee?
Yes, Busan has records of coffee drinking since 1884, making it the first coffee city in Korea.
Although it is known that King Gojong drank coffee during the Gwangmu Restoration in 1896 at the suggestion of the Russian envoy, the actual record shows that Min Geon-ho received 'gabbichaa' in 1884, leading to Busan's recognition as the first city in Korea to drink coffee. This historical fact is the basis for calling Busan a coffee city.
Q. When and where will the 2025 Busan Coffee Day event be held?
It will take place from September 20 to 21, 2025, at Domohun in Busan.
Busan City will hold the 'Busan Coffee Day' event at Domohun for two days from September 20 to 21, 2025. This festival will present programs that shine a modern light on Busan's coffee history and culture, allowing citizens and tourists to enjoy together.
Q. What programs can be experienced at the Busan Coffee Day event?
Various coffee experiences are prepared, including latte art performances, Turkish coffee demonstrations, and hand drip lectures.
During the event, there will be latte art performances by the World Coffee Champion, demonstrations of Turkish sand coffee, and a talk show with the champion. Also, special experiential programs involving baristas, such as hand drip lectures, sensory education, a seminar analyzing blockchain coffee ingredients, and making your own drip bag will be available for attendees to deeply experience coffee culture.
Q. What is the Busan-style coffee beverage (RTD)?
It is an immediately consumable coffee beverage characteristic of Busan, with citizen participation in naming.
Busan-style coffee beverage (RTD) stands for 'Ready To Drink', meaning coffee drinks that can be consumed straight away. Busan City has signed agreements with the World Coffee Champion, dairy cooperatives, and convenience stores for development. An event will be held at the festival where citizens can taste the drinks and participate in naming them, leading to the birth of a unique local coffee brand.
Q. What recommended dating courses are there in the Busan Coffee Day festival?
You can enjoy coffee, music, and beautiful scenery in the Gwangalli and Namcheon-dong areas.
During the festival, the Sosopung Garden will feature local coffee specialty shops and bakery market zones, offering a variety of foods and coffee. A space set against the backdrop of the Gwangandaegyo Bridge and the sea is ideal for couples and families seeking unique experiences and special dating courses. The Namcheon-dong and Gwangalli area is perfect for enjoying both Busan's coffee culture and scenic views.