The inevitable is here; school is back in session. The long days filled with no structured plans, fuzzy blankets and long naps are over. Students are now greeted with a chilly welcome back to school.

With the frigid weather upon everyone, the only solution seems to be dressing like a marshmallow and accessorizing with a hot beverage. From calming teas to flavorful coffees, hot drinks are a popular choice this month. Here are some fun facts about your favorite warming drinks.

1. The origin of coffee stems from a legend about a 9^th Century goat herder from Ethiopia. He discovered coffee by accident when he noticed how his goats were acting due to the beans.
2. According to a study done by Cornell University, hot chocolate contains more antioxidants than wine and tea.
3. Until the 19^th Century, nearly all tea was grown in China.
4. The title of the largest tea consumers lies with the United Arab Emirates, the citizens drink nearly 14 pounds each year!
5. Hot chocolate is made directly from bar chocolate whereas hot cocoa is made from powder.
6. A lethal dose of caffeine is roughly 100 cups of coffee.
7. In Ancient Arabian culture, the only way a woman could legally divorce her husband is if he did not provide enough coffee.
8. Black, green and oolong tea are all made from leaves plucked from the same tea bush. Each one goes through different processes to provide the different style beverages.
9. Ancient Mayans drank their hot chocolate cold and flavored it with wine and chili peppers.
10. Coffee beans are actually the pit of a berry.

Happy drinking!

Sources: Buzzfeed, Sparkle Market, Food Network