December 19, 2025
Why is “joe” a nickname for coffee, as in “a cup of joe”? The following content is accessible for members only, please sign in.
A. Joe was originally South African slang for coffee in the city of Johannesburg, and coffee beans are grown in South Africa
B. Joe was the nickname given to coffee from the famous Joe’s Café in Los Angeles, California
C. Joe was a famous Italian barista in Naples where many US serviceman were stationed during World War II
D. Joe refers to a former secretary of the US Navy who wanted soldiers to drink coffee instead of wine and alcohol
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