Category: Coffee Stuff You Should Know
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Cascara: The New Non-Coffee Coffee Product
Cascara: The New Non-Coffee Coffee Product Most of us know that coffee is made from the seed inside a type of fruit known as a coffee cherry. But what is cascara? Is it a type of coffee? An herbal tea? Turns out, it’s really a whole new kind of beverage. Cascara is now popping up…
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The Aerobie AeroPress: From Flying Disc to Coffee Game-Changer
What do a flying disc and a coffee maker have in common? Although they were created more than 20 years apart, the same person surprisingly invented both the Aerobie flying ring and the Aeropress coffee maker. There are countless different coffee makers on the market today and they’re all advertising great coffee. Yet what sets…
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Why Coffee Roasting Matters
Everyone has a favorite coffee roast. In years past dark roasts were more popular. However, with the rise of third wave roasters, lighter roasts have become more popular. How coffee beans are roasted can greatly affect the flavor and chemical makeup of your morning cup of Joe. What is Coffee Roasting? Coffee roasting is a…
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The Bean: History of Coffee
The history of coffee is fascinating. In a few centuries, an obscure beverage has gone from being a local drink to being the subject of its own culture. Coffee at a Glance Some estimates reveal there could be anywhere from 25 to 100 coffee species in the world. Almost all trace their roots to the…
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Everything You Should Know About Caffeine
Coffee is one of the most consumed products on the planet. However, for many of us, it’s not the flavors or health benefits that makes it so popular. It’s the caffeine. But what really, is this beloved, energizing substance? What is Caffeine? Quite simply, caffeine is a natural stimulant made up of various chemicals. It’s…