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Is Joe A Nickname For Coffee?

May 9, 2023 by admin

Secretary of the Navy in 1913, Josephus Daniels, prohibited alcohol aboard naval vessels leading to more coffee consumption. It’s a shortened version of two other slang terms for coffee: java and jamoke Coffee is considered “a common man” drink and Joe is considered “a common man” name. Can coffee be called Joe? Joe is, of … Read more

Why Is Coffee Called Joe?

May 9, 2023 by admin

A much likelier theory is based on linguistics. This theory states that “Joe” is the simplified form of the word “jamoke,” which began as a nickname for coffee in the 19 th century, a portmanteau of the coffee beans “Java,” and “mocha.” Therefore, “cup of jamoke” may have become shortened to a “cup of Joe.” … Read more