Here's Unsurprising Proof That Coffee Is More Popular Than Tea In Pretty Much Every Country

Is anyone surprised?

We already know that Europeans are the biggest coffee drinkers, with residents of Scandinavian countries topping the list for per capita consumption. But what about the popularity of other hot beverages? Is it the cold of Northern Europe that drives the need for warm drinks, or an addiction to coffee's caffeine jolt? Is it more common to buy tea than coffee in any country?

With a few notable exceptions in places known for tea (namely, the UK), coffee is the clear winner. Celebrate with a free cup of the good stuff for National Coffee Day.

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