Category: Coffee
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How is Coffee Processed?
Coffee processing is hugely important since each method delivers a truly unique cup of coffee. There are three main ways to of coffee processing: washed, natural, and honey. 1. Washed/ Wet Processing Washed or wet processing focuses all its attention on flavor of the coffee bean. Processors remove the surrounding coffee cherry from the bean…
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How to Use a French Press
Did you know that the French press is actually not French? An Italian designer owns the patent to the French press. French press coffee is dark and full bodied – assuming you made it correctly. Did your coffee end up murky, oily or with a scorched taste? You need a few pointers on making your…
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What’s in Coffee: Beyond Caffeine
That morning cup of coffee can feel like a life saver – it’s taste, heat and bite can wake you up and help you start your day or get you through that midday slump. We already know about caffeine – and that lighter roast coffees contain more of it – but what else is in…
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How To: Make an Espresso
Do you love your morning coffee but hate standing in a long line at the cafe? You can make your own, cafe quality espresso at home as long as you have the right tools and know how to use them. Start with a Great Grind The most important step in the espresso process is grinding…
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What Coffee Grinder Should I Buy?
Grinding your own beans can easily make for a better cup of coffee, but only if you know how to do it correctly. The type of coffee grinder, size of the coffee grounds, and even when you grind the coffee beans can make a huge difference on overall flavor. What’s The Best Type of Grinder?…