Kristine Cummings

Why Is Orange Juice Florida’S State Drink?

During the Second World War, scientists invented a process for making concentrated orange juice. Soon, a frozen concentrate was developed that transformed orange juice production into a multi-billion-dollar industry. In 1967 the Florida legislature designated orange juice as the official state beverage. What state is known for orange juice? FloridaFlorida produces more than 70 percent …

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Were Oranges A Luxury In The Middle Ages?

Oranges, lemons and citrons were traded at least from the 14th century onward. During the Middle Ages they were considered rare, exotic and healthy, if not curative, and were only available to the wealthiest. What was a luxury in the Middle Ages? Demand for luxury goods—rich fabrics, lacquered furniture, tapestries, chimneypieces, silver, porcelain, crystal, paintings, …

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