Where it all starts – coffee beans

I heard that British people cannot start their day without a coffee. Is it true that coffee is so important to British people?   Dany, Hong Kong

British people are known for their love of tea, but these days more and more people are drinking large amounts of coffee, despite studies showing that too much coffee can be bad for you.

We hear from a scientist, a historian, and a coffee addict to find out more about Britain's love affair with coffee.

Listen to Vicki's report, then take the quiz to see how much you understood.

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