National Espresso Day

National Espresso Day is celebrated annually to honor the popular Italian coffee drink, espresso. This day recognizes the rich, bold flavor of espresso and its significance in the coffee culture worldwide. Espresso, a concentrated form of coffee brewed by forcing near-boiling water through finely-ground coffee beans, has its origins in Italy where it was first made in the early 20th century. Coffee lovers both in Italy and around the world appreciate the strong, intense taste of espresso. It is common for cafes and coffee shops to offer special promotions or discounts on espresso drinks on this day to celebrate the occasion.