There are more than 50 countries that export coffee. They are near the equator, where the climate is conducive to producing coffee beans.
FLAGON
flagon
(noun) a large metal or pottery vessel with a handle and spout; used to hold alcoholic beverages (usually wine)
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
flagon (plural flagons)
A large bottle for drinks such as wine, cider or beer.
The amount that such a bottle holds, about 1.13 litres.
A large vessel usually with a handle, spout and lid, for drinks such as wine or cider.
Source: Wiktionary
Flag"on, n. Etym: [F. flacon, for flascon, fr. OF. flasche, from LL. flasco. See Flask.]
Definition: A vessel with a narrow mouth, used for holding and conveying liquors. It is generally larger than a bottle, and of leather or stoneware rather than of glass. A trencher of mutton chops, and a flagon of ale. Macaulay.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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(adjective) marked by richness and fullness of flavor; “a rich ruby port”; “full-bodied wines”; “a robust claret”; “the robust flavor of fresh-brewed coffee”
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