The Time When COFFEE Was BANNED

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Coffee first arrived in Sweden in 1674 and by 18th century, its consumption became fashionable among the wealthy.

Coffee consumption would soon be subject to scrutiny as a 1746 royal edict was issued against coffee and tea due to "the misuse and excesses of tea and coffee drinking.

Heavy taxes were levied on consumption, and failure to pay the tax on the substance resulted in fines and confiscation of cups and dishes. Later, coffee was banned completely; despite the ban, consumption continued.

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