In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
ALFORJA
Etymology
Noun
alforja (plural alforjas)
A saddlebag.
A cheek pouch.
Source: Wiktionary
Al*for"ja, n. [Also alfarga, alforge.] [Sp.]
Definition: A saddlebag. [Sp. Amer.]
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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