Beware of instant coffee with ‘extra power’  


A Pharmaceutical Services Division officer shows some of the products, including instant coffee, seized by the division that illegally contain sexual performance enhancers like sildenafil. — Filepic

Malaysia has witnessed a significant rise in coffee consumption, driven largely by the expanding middle class and increased exposure to global coffee trends through social media and other influences.

Despite these evolving trends, the traditional practice of drinking coffee at village stalls remains deeply rooted and continues to serve as a leisurely social activity, as well as a space for community interaction.

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