coffee houses
Gourmet or specialty coffees are made from beans that have exceptional qualities that come from being grown in the best climate with good soil characteristics. They have a distinct and unique flavor that must be free of taints, faults or other odors. This coffee must be free from quakers (underdeveloped coffee beans), have no [...]
coffee beans
When you hear the word gourmet, you probably think of fine food and drink or a 5 course meal. Yet it can also be used to describe coffee, as in gourmet coffees. These coffees do not normally come from your neighborhood grocery store, as the beans are harvested at the precise time, roasted to [...]
coffee makers
Do you want to know the secret of brewing a perfect cup of coffee? It seems that everyone has a tip or recipe for that perfect brew. For example, some suggest that the coffee should be stored in a cool, dry place in an airtight container. Others say that it is best to store [...]
Have you ever gone with a friend to the local coffee shop online to find out that there is no such thing as “just a cup of coffee” anymore? You stand there in awe and feeling rather out of place as your friend quickly fires off her order, something along the lines of “a grande, [...]
Here’s a quick rundown of what organic really means, and why I think people should only consume organic coffee.
1) No synthetic fertilizers or pesticides may be used to grow certified organic crops.
2) Certified organic foods cannot contain genetically modified plants or animals.
3) In order for an item to be labeled 100% organic it may only [...]
