In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
AURUM
Proper noun
Aurum
A sweet Italian liqueur, having a golden-yellow colour, manufactured from brandy, oranges and saffron.
Etymology
Noun
aurum (uncountable)
(chemistry) gold, used in the names of various substances (see Derived terms)
An Italian liqueur
Source: Wiktionary
Au"rum, n. Etym: [L.]
Definition: Gold. Aurum fulminans (See Fulminate.
– Aurum mosaicum (See Mosaic.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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