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• 2012 Coffees of the Year Announced

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  Andrew Hetzel

  28 Mar 2012 | 4:00 pm

  250 Coffee samples from 26 different countries were evaluated for this year’s Roasters’ Guild Coffee of the Year Award, the top 10 of which were awarded Coffee of the Year. The 2012 winning farms are: 88.41 – Oromia Cooperative, Oromia Region, Ethiopia 88.25 – Cerro Azul, Trujillo, Colombia 87.74 – Las Margaritas, Calcedonia, Colombia 87.28 [...]

• The Origin of Coffee

  About.com Coffee / Tea

  14 May 2012 | 6:24 am

  Have you ever wondered when and where people first started drinking coffee? There are several different legends and historical records surrounding how coffee consumption began, as well as where coffee ...Read Full Post

• Make Your Own Genmaicha Tea

  INeedCoffee

  15 May 2012 | 2:00 am

  My least favorite tea used to be Genmaicha. Then I challenged my assumptions. What if I made my own at home and got each step right?

• Coffee Kids welcomes Publisher Connie Blumhardt to their board of directors

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  kristina@coffeekids.org

  11 May 2012 | 7:51 pm

  We are proud to welcome Connie Blumhardt, the founder and publisher of award-winning Roast Magazine, to our board of directors. Connie comes to us after 20 years in the publishing industry and 15 in the coffee industry. She is a powerhouse of design, marketing, publishing and photography knowledge. She proudly volunteers to sit on the Specialty Coffee Association Allied Services and Retail Council and is a past member of the Roasters Guild Executive Council. Connie is one of the founding members and leaders of the Northwest Roasters Group. About her addition to the Coffee Kids board, Connie…

• Tazo® Iced Tea Filterbags Are Back!

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  Leigh B

  14 May 2012 | 6:14 pm

  Many of our tea drinkers look forward to the summer months and enjoying iced cold Tazo® Tea.  Now it will be easier than ever to brew Tazo iced tea at home because we brought back our pitcher size filterbag teas! Our Tazo® Iced Black, Green and Passion Tea Filterbag packages come with six oversize tea bags for brewing a full pitcher (eight servings) of iced tea – each made with the same artisanal blends you enjoy in our stores.  Pick up a package online, at the supermarket or at your neighborhood Starbucks store.  Inspired by your ideas: Iced Tea Bagsposted by…

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• The Origin of Coffee

  14 May 2012 | 6:24 am

  Have you ever wondered when and where people first started drinking coffee? There are several different legends and historical records surrounding how coffee consumption began, as well as where coffee ...Read Full Post

• OXO Uplift Tea Kettle Review

  9 May 2012 | 5:59 am

  Those of you who read About.com Coffee / Tea often will know that I have a fondness for a good tea kettle. You may have seen my reviews of feature-laden ...Read Full Post

• What is Chagra?

  7 May 2012 | 5:57 am

  Chagra is tea, but it isn't just any old tea. In a way, it's a particular type of old tea. But it's totally unlike pu-erh or aged oolong. You probably ...Read Full Post

• Ginger Love "Tea" Review

  2 May 2012 | 6:08 am

  Ginger is a popular ingredient in many foods and drinks. It is commonly used to make ginger tea, which sometimes refers to tea with ginger and sometimes refers to a ginger tisane. I recently had the opportunity to taste an instant ginger "tea" called Ginger Love. Ginger Love is a caffeine-free, powdered drink that compares favorably to most instant drinks on the market, and is naturally refreshing thanks to its core ingredients of ginger and citrus. Have you tried Ginger Love? Share your thoughts on it with other About.com readers in the comments below! Do you tweet? Follow About Coffee/Tea…

• Ethiopian Coffee Culture

  30 Apr 2012 | 6:46 am

  My article on the Ethiopian coffee ceremony has long been one of the most popular article on About Coffee / Tea. Clearly, a lot of people are interested in learning ...Read Full Post

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• Make Your Own Genmaicha Tea

  15 May 2012 | 2:00 am

  My least favorite tea used to be Genmaicha. Then I challenged my assumptions. What if I made my own at home and got each step right?

• Four Signs You're in a Real Espresso Bar

  3 May 2012 | 2:00 am

  Ever been in the mood for a good espresso - a real espresso - and then been massively disappointed in the undrinkable swill served up to you? We've all been there. But no longer.

• Make Your Own Coffee Pods

  30 Apr 2012 | 2:00 am

  Do you really like your pod coffee maker, but wish you could use your favorite brand of coffee instead of paying a premium price for a mediocre blend -- just because it is shaped like a pod? Why not make your own?

• State of the Art Energy Efficient Sprinkler Systems

  29 Apr 2012 | 2:00 am

  A highly energy efficient and labor saving sprinkler system had the capacity to sprinkle an area of ten acres for every shift and sprinkle an area of forty acres in one single day, with the help of only five men workers.

• Cafe Cubano (Cuban Coffee)

  24 Apr 2012 | 2:00 am

  In this tutorial, Vicki Suarez shows you how to make Cuban Coffee and Cafe con Leche.

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• Coffee Kids welcomes Publisher Connie Blumhardt to their board of directors

  kristina@coffeekids.org

  11 May 2012 | 7:51 pm

  We are proud to welcome Connie Blumhardt, the founder and publisher of award-winning Roast Magazine, to our board of directors. Connie comes to us after 20 years in the publishing industry and 15 in the coffee industry. She is a powerhouse of design, marketing, publishing and photography knowledge. She proudly volunteers to sit on the Specialty Coffee Association Allied Services and Retail Council and is a past member of the Roasters Guild Executive Council. Connie is one of the founding members and leaders of the Northwest Roasters Group. About her addition to the Coffee Kids board, Connie…

• 2012 SCAA: thanks for making it happen

  kristina@coffeekids.org

  30 Apr 2012 | 6:12 pm

  This year’s SCAA was bigger than ever and packed with visits with long-time donors and old and new friends. We want to thank Nuova Simonelli for donating their lovely Musica Lux espresso machine and everyone who participated in the fundraiser. The lucky winner was Daniel Randall of Green Star Coffee in Goleta, CA. The Coffee Kids reception at Olympic Provisions was a hit, complete with tasty food, lively discussion and a video from the field. We want to thank InterAmerican Coffee for sponsoring the event and Thomas Miller from Pretty Good Productions for offering his photography…

• Natvia Auctions Trip for Two to 2012 SCAE World of Coffee in Vienna

  kristina@coffeekids.org

  23 Apr 2012 | 4:41 pm

  In conjunction with this year’s UK Barista Championships, Natvia, makers of the Natvia 100 percent all-natural sweetener, will be offering two lucky coffee lovers the opportunity to attend the 2012 Specialty Coffee Association’s World of Coffee Event in Vienna, Austria. Natvia has offered the prize of airfare from London to Vienna for two people plus one night’s accommodation to be auctioned off during this year’s UKBC finals, which will be held during the London Coffee Festival on April 27 – 29. Proceeds resulting from the auction will benefit Coffee Kids, a…

• Dreams do come true: Win the Musica Lux espresso machine from Nuova Simonelli

  kristina@coffeekids.org

  23 Mar 2012 | 11:08 pm

  This year, Nuova Simonelli generously donated their Musica Lux espresso machine for the 2012 SCAA Coffee Kids fundraiser. With a $20 donation you’ll have the chance to win this super-slick espresso machine valued at $3,250. A $100-suggested donation gets you six chances to win. The Musica includes digital automatic espresso dosing with electronic pre-infusion. The energy-saving heat exchanger boiler and vacuum-breaker valve allow for continuous steam power and simultaneous espresso brewing. The Sirai pressurestat and boiler steam pressure gauge permit you to accurately adjust brewing…

• Listen more, do less

  kristina@coffeekids.org

  27 Feb 2012 | 5:18 pm

  By Pedro Pérez I often ask myself if development organizations, government agencies and local and international NGOs are really solving the problems of the people they claim to support. It is not uncommon in the field to see many projects left to their own demise because the people these projects are meant to support were not even consulted in the first place. Does our desire to help people who lack economic and social resources blind us to their real needs? Why do we think that our expertise can solve their problems? How can we make sure that our efforts will not be in vain? I think…

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• Tazo® Iced Tea Filterbags Are Back!

  Leigh B

  14 May 2012 | 6:14 pm

  Many of our tea drinkers look forward to the summer months and enjoying iced cold Tazo® Tea.  Now it will be easier than ever to brew Tazo iced tea at home because we brought back our pitcher size filterbag teas! Our Tazo® Iced Black, Green and Passion Tea Filterbag packages come with six oversize tea bags for brewing a full pitcher (eight servings) of iced tea – each made with the same artisanal blends you enjoy in our stores.  Pick up a package online, at the supermarket or at your neighborhood Starbucks store.  Inspired by your ideas: Iced Tea Bagsposted by…

• Share Your Reviews on StarbucksStore.com

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  9 May 2012 | 11:49 am

  Thank you for sharing your ideas with us.  We love hearing from you whether it’s an idea, a comment, or even a vote. We also want to hear what you think of our products on StarbucksStore.com. Our latest functionality upgrade allows you to write a review of our coffee, tea, mug or tumbler that we carry. So now you can explore what others think before you make a purchase, and you can tell us what you think after you do.

• Starbucks Gives Back to a Place it Calls Home

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  4 May 2012 | 10:00 am

  We grew up in a pretty cool neighborhood. In fact, when Howard visited our first store in Seattle’s Pike Place Market for the first time in 1981, he knew right away how special it was. “We walked past the fresh salmon stalls where hawkers were shouting orders and tossing fish across customers’ heads,” he describes in his 1997 memoir Pour Your Heart Into It. Surrounded by flying fish, beautiful produce and the sweet smell of fresh baked bread, he was impressed. “It was a showplace for the artistry of local growers and small independent vendors,” he writes.

• The Secret Behind Starbucks Refreshers™ Beverages

  Brian Smith

  2 May 2012 | 11:45 am

  Oh, the wonders of the coffee bean. Have you heard the buzz about Starbucks Refreshers™ beverages? Our latest coffee innovation is light, refreshing and energizing – and tastes nothing like coffee. The secret is Green Coffee Extract, natural energy from green coffee. It’s a new take on coffee, made through a proprietary process that retains natural caffeine and other good stuff, minus the traditional roasty flavor. Instead, you get a new way to refocus and recharge with a refreshing beverage made with real fruit juice. Look for three delicious flavors where you buy groceries…

• Frappuccino® Happy Hour Photo Challenge

  Jamie M

  1 May 2012 | 11:11 am

  As the manager of the Frappuccino® blended beverage social media channels: Facebook, Twitter and Instagram) one of my favorite things is looking at all the Frappuccino® drink photos you share.  It’s funny to say, but the Frappuccino® blended beverage is one of our most photogenic drinks. Maybe it has something to do with the whip cream, or the cascading cookie crumbles - possibly the frosty gradations of deliciousness peeking through the glass. There’s no denying it. The camera loves the Frappuccino® blended beverage.  And so do you. Which got us…

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• Mazzer Mini Grinder, Richard Ross

  15 May 2012 | 10:32 pm

  Bottom Line: The only grinder you should consider for making espresso in your home and the one you will end up with if you don't buy it now!Read review...

• Vibiemme Machines - All, Richard Ross

  15 May 2012 | 10:14 pm

  Bottom Line: The perfect espresso machine for a real kitchen!Read review...

• Expobar Brewtus, Steve Vance

  15 May 2012 | 1:39 pm

  Bottom Line: It's a great "starter" value for those looking for a pro-sumer machine with a double-boiler.Read review...

• Macap Commercial Grinders, Mario Mejia

  13 May 2012 | 1:52 am

  Bottom Line: This grinder was part of the Titan Project and received great reviews. It even beat the Robur in another thread cup wise. You can not find a better deal for a conical grinder and this commercial level.Read review...

• QuickMill Anita Espresso Machine, Sean K

  12 May 2012 | 10:07 am

  Bottom Line: Great quality, easy to use, looks great, pulls a great shot consistently and I imagine that I'll never need to upgrade.Read review...

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• The Feasibility of Studying in Coffee Shops

  Hannah

  21 Apr 2012 | 4:28 pm

  You’d think that people go to coffee shops to get coffee, but the truth is that quite a good number of people go to coffee shops for a completely different reason. There are those who are need if of an electric socket, hence the great debate over covering such sockets and/or charging customers for plugging in. There are those that just need to get out of the heat. And there are those that use the coffee shops as their offices, board rooms, and libraries. Back in college, I too occasionally stopped by a coffee shop to rush a paper while having a quick snack. However, I never really spent…

• Grilling with Coffee Barbecue Sauce

  Hannah

  11 Mar 2012 | 11:27 pm

  Coffee is obviously the beverage of choice here at Brewed Coffee, but that does not mean that we’re limiting our coffee addiction to espresso shots and steaming mugs of coffee because coffee can be used to turn ordinary dishes to something novel and more flavorful. I’m sure you’re familiar with coffee-based desserts like tiramisu and affogato (scoop of vanilla gelato or ice cream drowned in a shot of espresso), but have you ever used coffee as an ingredient for when making savory dishes? The Brown Sugar and Coffee Barbecue Sauce recipe below from Chef Art Smith is a great…

• Krups Announces 2012 Best Brew Awardees

  Hannah

  28 Feb 2012 | 8:52 pm

  Tired of going to good old super crowded Starbucks? If you’re looking for the perfect place to swing by to grab a cup of coffee, and may linger for a few minutes or two too, what better place(s) to go than the winners of this year’s Best Brew Awards! Yes, the votes are for the Krups Best Brew Awards are in. Listed below are the winners and their address so you can easily find them in case you’re located near any of them. Condesa Coffee – Atlanta,Georgia This cafe and espresso bar specializes in roasting Counter Culture Coffee adn are known for using local and organic…

• Wanna Espresso con Panna?

  Hannah

  19 Feb 2012 | 4:49 am

  Need a serious caffeine boost but craving for something sweet at the same time? I suggest you try an espresso con panna. Espresso con panna, or espresso with cream, will give you the caffeine boost that only espresso can give in one small satisfying shot and at the same time tickle your taste buds with the hot and cold medley from the contrast between the cream on top and the coffee at the bottom. If you plan on getting a good espresso con panna, like the one in the photo up there (which coffee-addict Noemi Ruth swore the me it definitely is), make sure you don’t go for watered-down…

• KRUPS Looking for Best Coffee Shops and Baristas in the US

  Hannah

  31 Jan 2012 | 4:33 pm

  We know you love your coffee, but do you have a coffee shop that you absolutely love? Forget about Starbucks and all the coffee chains you’ll find in just about every corner of every city. I’m talking about the little shops that no one else in the world might know about, but that locals swear on. If you have a coffee shop in mind, you might want to enter your fave shop for the “KRUPS Best Brew Awards 2012″. The awards is KRUPS way of honoring the best coffee shops throughout New York City, Los Angeles, Miami, Chicago, Boston, Philadelphia, Dallas, San Francisco,…

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• CC: Kaladi Brothers

  Bill

  12 May 2012 | 10:37 pm

  What does CC mean? Subject: Kaladi Brothers Coffee  Location: Anchorage, AK Free WiFi ? : yes Rating: 4+ [see key] If any coffee spot commands attention with the citizens of Anchorage, it seems Kaladi Brothers is king. With ten locations in Anchorage (as well as 4 outside the city limits), I am impressed with the amount of loyalty they have accrued to keep that many

• Mugged: Colombia [Henry's]

  Bill

  6 May 2012 | 9:25 pm

  What does Mugged mean? Subject: Henry's House of Coffee  Mugged: Colombia Lite Roast Rating: 4+ [see key] While San Francisco is currently brimming with lots of new coffee talent, local coffee roasting is something that has been with the city for some time. Sure you have Peet's Coffee that originally launched in Berkeley many decades ago but

• CC: Asado Coffee Co

  Bill

  29 Apr 2012 | 9:35 pm

  What does CC mean? Subject: Asado Coffee Co Location: Chicago, IL Free WiFi ? : yes Rating: 6+ [see key] Back before smart phones, I landed in Chicago for a university conference and one night I determined to go for a walk. The weather was fair and I was feeling energetic, so taking in the fair sights of Chi-town, I kept walking in a straight line for some time.

• We have a winner!

  Bill

  28 Apr 2012 | 8:25 am

  We extend a hip hip huzzah to our "Win Excellent Coffee" winner Lindsay, and her favorite coffeehouse, Verve Coffee Roasters! Her husband is pictured on location above.  We had several nice pictures sent in, so below are a few of the entries. Thanks to all for participating and keep an eye out for future contests!  

• Mugged: White Peony [Teavivre]

  Bill

  22 Apr 2012 | 9:28 pm

  What does Mugged mean? Subject: Teavivre  Mugged: White Peony I Bai MuDan Rating: 4+ [see key] White tea has always seemed like the most exotic of teas to me, with its reputation as the tea of emperors and a drink not really known in the western world until relatively recently. Others reasons that contribute may be it's method of

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• Organo Gold - My first shipment has arrived!

  The Infinity Group

  15 May 2012 | 3:53 pm

  I signed-up for Organo Gold at the Silver level for $527.45 and today I received my first package, $450 in wholesale value! Organo Gold is a great opportunity and if you want to sign-up click onto the Join Now button on my site by clicking this flyer: You can also call or e-mail me anytime!

• The Galtres Lodge

  lizzielovescoffee

  15 May 2012 | 3:44 pm

  I fear that I have started to neglect my duties to this page, and for that I apologise, so here is a coffee and food review to get excited about. The Galtres Lodge on the road near the Minster and the fudge kitchen and Poundland and Barnitts in York (I navigate almost exclusively through shops) is a hotel as well as a restaurant, and I went in for a solitary (or peaceful and relaxing) dinner at 6pm on a weekday. It was understndably quite quiet at this time, but the staff were friendly and helpful, and the service was fast. I ordered a regular coffee for £1.50 (a large was £1.80) and a…

• I found this in...

  bluepearlgirl's world

  15 May 2012 | 3:20 pm

  I found this in 2008.  It was elevated to status of “Best of Craigslist”.  I got together with my old roommate this week and he reminded me of it.  The computer i had it on, got stolen, so i had him re-send it to me so i can share it with you.  It is seriously one of the funniest things i have EVER read.  It NEVER gets old!  AND it is so ‘right on target’!  I hope you all enjoy a good chuckle like i am just posting it for you.  I wish i knew who this guy was.  I would find him and marry him!  Haha. Coffee C*nt @ Royal Grounds Reply to: Date: 2007-05-08,…

• The Secrets of Longevity

  Teresa Cleveland Wendel

  15 May 2012 | 3:13 pm

  “The doctor told me to abstain from caffeine and alcohol because they might cause breast lumps,” I told my friend Michelle. “But two months ago, she said coffee drinkers are less inclined to get cancer, and red wine prevents heart attacks.” Throwing caution to the wind, I made each of us a triple-shot espresso. “That java jolt energized me so much, I could run around the block a few times,” I said after downing the dregs in my cup. I felt reckless and out-of-control. “That would give you a heart attack for sure,” Michelle warned. I smiled. “Not if I drink a glass of red wine…

• Slimmers coffee, what is the big deal?

  thirstball

  15 May 2012 | 3:02 pm

  What is the big deal about slimmers coffee? Now as a guy and it is instantly noticeable that this could be a women’s thing, I asked myself with fresh onion tears rolling down my face, if this stuff really works. How do I know you ask? Well, looking at their webpage at Slimmers coffee one can’t help but notice the amount of women who adhere to its taste. Right so just the facts Jack. We can always understand something a whole lot better and whole lot quicker when we have the facts, just not too much detail usually works the best. Turns out it is Leptin Green Tea but more than that…

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• New India Coffee Origin Tour Endorsed by Italian Coffee Tasters

  Andrew Hetzel

  20 Apr 2012 | 10:13 am

  Live from the annual SCAA Exposition in Portland, I’m pleased to announce that I am pleased to announce the introduction of a new series of origin tours for coffee professionals by Italian coffee firm Absis Consulting and endorsed by the International Institute of Coffee Tasters — its first tour to India led by none other [...]

• Crop to Cup Coffee to Import R Certified Robusta Kaapi Royale

  Andrew Hetzel

  19 Apr 2012 | 9:30 am

  Our friends at Kaapi Royale Coffee and Crop to Cup Coffee Importers have jointly announced that they have reached a deal to bring the very first Q Certified Robusta to the United States, beginning with a shipment scheduled to arrive in late May. Read all of the details in the press statement below and please [...]

• Employee leasing and the specialty coffee retailer

  Andrew Hetzel

  10 Apr 2012 | 10:05 pm

  The February 2012 issue of Specialty Coffee Retailer featured the article, “A Resource for Human Resources,” that focused on professional employer organizations (PEO’s) and other companies that offer outsourced administrative services that help to streamline business. I find this to be an interesting topic and one that the specialty coffee retail community should explore more, [...]

• Kau coffees take top honors — again

  Andrew Hetzel

  31 Mar 2012 | 2:44 pm

  Three Ka’u coffee farms were recognized this past week by the Roasters Guild of the Specialty Coffee Association of America in its annual Coffee of the Year competition, they are: The Rising Sun / Will and Grace Farms, farmers Will and Grace Tabios; Rusty’s Hawaiian, farmer Lorie Obra; and Ali’i Hawaiian Hula Hands Coffee, farmers [...]

• 2012 Coffees of the Year Announced

  Andrew Hetzel

  28 Mar 2012 | 4:00 pm

  250 Coffee samples from 26 different countries were evaluated for this year’s Roasters’ Guild Coffee of the Year Award, the top 10 of which were awarded Coffee of the Year. The 2012 winning farms are: 88.41 – Oromia Cooperative, Oromia Region, Ethiopia 88.25 – Cerro Azul, Trujillo, Colombia 87.74 – Las Margaritas, Calcedonia, Colombia 87.28 [...]

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• May 14, Cappuccino and Biscotti in the Garden

  14 May 2012 | 11:57 am

  It’s a nice day in May, sunny but not too hot! Perfect for enjoying a homemade cappuccino and biscotti in the garden. Which got me to thinking about how

• May 12, The plastic taste in new coffee makers – Just a bad taste, or toxic too?

  12 May 2012 | 4:49 pm

  More and more people are complaining about the awful plastic taste in the coffee they make with new brewers. Is it just about the bad taste, or is it about toxic chemicals too?

• May 8, Nespresso Machines – Automatic espresso makers

  8 May 2012 | 7:13 am

  Nespresso machines are automatic espresso makers, using single-serve capsules of ground coffee. Beautiful design, and excellent espresso.

• May 8, Choosing between the different Keurig single cup brewers

  8 May 2012 | 6:29 am

  There are three Keurig single cup brewers to choose from, with different features and at different prices.

• May 6, CoffeeDetective - How to Make Coffee and Choose the Best Coffee Maker.

  6 May 2012 | 2:12 pm

  The best coffee makers? The best gourmet coffee beans? With so many choices out here, it’s hard to tell. Unless you get the facts about coffee, and some commonsense advice, from the Coffee Detective.

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• What's in a Cafe Latte, Americano or Cafe Mocha?

  4 May 2012 | 6:31 pm

  Source: singleservecoffee.com  Remember for your FREE sample of liQuid heaVen visit us at http://liquidheaven.blospot.com

• K-cups, Not Just Your Health is at Risk

  4 May 2012 | 6:27 pm

  K cups - not just your health is at riskby: Anonymous How hard is it to use a measuring spoon and measure out 3 tablespoons of coffee? Why does anyone need a little plastic cup that makes homemade coffee so expensive you might as well go out and let someone make it for you, let alone that could be giving you cancer?Have you not heard what's happening in the ocean? Islands of floating plastic as large as California. Why? Because we keep buying products encased in plastic. K cups are one easy way to eliminate some of this plastic. Get over the fact that you spent money on a silly machine and go…

• This is about to happen

  11 Feb 2012 | 2:07 pm

  A friend of mine who has been experiencing liQuid heaVen at his place of work is moving on to greener pastures.  i.e. a better job opportunity. When he interviewed and was given a tour of his soon to be new digs he was shown the kitchen. Within which was a Keurig K cup brewer.  He was told that coffee was provided to the staff and to feel free to use it anytime.  When I was told this I asked him for a favour.  You know what's coming if you read this blog.  I asked him to honestly let me know what he thinks of  an 10 oz  kcup of coffee. I know he will…

• Air, coffee's worst enemy!

  31 Jan 2012 | 5:55 am

  How Ironic when you think about It; but then again, who really thinks about this other than us here at liQuid heaVen... Simply, factually stated: AIR is the worst enemy of COFFEE. Yet, stroll down any isle of any store that sells coffee and what do you see? Carry this one step further if you will. You all drink coffee and you all have bought coffee, or sent for it via the internet.  You have received coffee just like it is in every isle in every store that sells it. In a 'wide mouth' open bag, be it paper or foil. In a large red plastic 'wide opening' can like that of Folgers, or a big…

• Can Coffee Really Thwart Type 2 Diabetes?

  29 Jan 2012 | 6:37 am

  THURSDAY, Jan. 19 (HealthDay News) -- Your morning "cup of Joe" may do more than deliver the jolt you need to get going -- it may also help you stave off type 2 diabetes, a new study suggests. But, before you pour yourself a second cup know this: The study authors said their research was done with cell cultures and there's no proof yet that coffee has any ability to keep type 2 diabetes at bay. Past research has suggested a link between coffee and a reduced risk of type 2 diabetes, and now Chinese researchers behind the new study think they may know why that may be so. They found three major…

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• Books in Brief: Parents Need to Eat, Too by Debbie Koenig

  Carolyn

  11 May 2012 | 5:17 pm

  THE TAKEAWAY. Parents Need to Eat, Too is a smart, witty, dare I say indispensable resource for parents clawing their way toward their “new normal” in the months after a baby is born. A great Mother’s Day or any-day gift for expecting and recently besieged…sorry, I mean blessed…parents. THE  DIRTY DETAILS. Big batches, nap-time cooking, meals you [...]

• Week Links: 10 Food Blogs I’m Loving Right Now

  Carolyn

  7 May 2012 | 12:21 pm

  This week I'm debuting two new weekly columns, because I love you an awkward amount and can't stop myself from offering you small, precious gifts on a regular basis. Also because now that I have a rad new weekly newsletter, it would be totally mortifying if I had to send it out empty. The first new column, ta-da!, is called Week Links. Each week I'll highlight 10 links from around the web that have recently caught my eye or that I've been wanting to share with you for eons.

• Spinach, Fava Bean and Quinoa Cakes

  Carolyn

  26 Apr 2012 | 8:19 am

  This is one of those happy stories about necessity, motherhood, and invention. Don’t you love those stories? Last week we arrived home after a couple of weeks away and needed to put together a dinner before we had a chance to go grocery shopping. I said to myself what I always say in these situations [...]

• Deconstructed Hummus Chickpea Salad

  Carolyn

  18 Apr 2012 | 4:18 pm

  So. I asked my father-in-law to buy all the ingredients for this salad, and then I left the country without making it. Nice, right? That’s one reason why I’m posting this recipe today. It’s also one reason why I should probably make an effort to be a more gracious houseguest in the future — maybe [...]

• Farmers’ Pasta

  Carolyn

  3 Apr 2012 | 2:47 am

  Me and cheese. It’s complicated. Like a celebrity couple, we have two relationships. There’s the “us” in the public eye: A small amount of high-quality cheese once or twice a week curbs cravings and contributes to an optimal lipid profile. This isn’t a sham, exactly. Much of the time cheese and I do live this [...]

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• White Sage Espresso

  Chris Tingom

  10 May 2012 | 6:41 pm

  I recently received an email from Trevor Hedges about White Sage Espresso. He says that they serve coffee beans from Village Coffee Roastery, in Scottsdale. They also serve loose teas and lunch. Photo from the White Sage Facebook page. White Sage Espresso 2639 N 16th St. Phoenix, AZ 85006 Phone: (602) 266-0411 Facebook: facebook.com/WhiteSageEspresso

• Happy Star Wars Day!

  Chris Tingom

  4 May 2012 | 8:26 am

  May the fourth be with you! Who’s drinking their coffee black today?

• Chemex Pour-Over: How-to video

  Chris Tingom

  1 May 2012 | 7:05 am

  Ever wondered about the specifics of making pour-over coffee using a Chemex brewer? Watch this video, and find out.

• Learn how to use a French press

  Chris Tingom

  28 Apr 2012 | 11:03 pm

  Sharing a video showing how simple it is to use a French press to make coffee.

• Bunna Coffee is now at a new location in east Mesa

  Chris Tingom

  27 Apr 2012 | 6:18 pm

  The new Bunna Coffee location is at Baseline and Power roads, in east Mesa. Bunna Coffee & Tea Market now is in a 1,536-square-foot-space with seating for 54 people inside and 16 people on the patio. Surrounded by small businesses, the shop serves the densely populated neighborhoods of Gilbert and east Mesa. Read more at AZCentral.

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• How To Make Chemex Coffee

  Jason Coffee

  15 May 2012 | 2:49 pm

  5 Easy Steps To Brewing Chemex Coffee Chemex Coffee is one of our favorite ways to brew coffee. It provides for a clean cup of coffee while still preserving much of it’s body. It is esthetically pleasing to brew coffee using this brewing method. Chemex coffee is not just for the coffee geeks and industry pros. Chemex coffee is easy to make in just five steps. Step 1: Coffee Tools – Preparing to Brew Coffee What you’ll need: Chemex Kettle Coffee Beans Chemex bonded filter Scoop or Scale Water Step 2: Boil Water in Kettle The water should be between 195 degrees F and…

• 3 Keys to Success: Organo Gold MLM

  Jason Coffee

  4 May 2012 | 3:39 pm

  Organo Gold MLM and Success It’s crazy the number of times that I am approached by an Organo Gold representative during any given week. The request is almost always the same, “Will you review my coffee, I just started this amazing coffee business.” or “Hey, I have this amazing opportunity in which you could make a lot of money.” I used to send out a unique reply to every email but the volume has gotten to the point where I just redirect them to my review of the product. (You will notice that throughout this article I will refer to Organo Gold as a product and not…

• What is a Cappuccino?

  Jason Coffee

  2 May 2012 | 10:15 am

  Question: What is a cappuccino? Answer: A cappuccino is a coffee drink comprised of steamed milk, foam and espresso. The bottom layer is espresso, the middle layer is steamed milk and the top layer is foam. The ratio of milk to foam will differ depending on who is preparing the drink and how you prefer the drink to be made. Assuming that the barista pulled a good shot of espresso, the main thing that will differentiate one cappuccino from another is the way the milk is steamed. It is very important that this coffee drink be made up of micro bubble foam. This ensures that the drink will have a…

• Top 5 Coffee Vending Machines

  Jason Coffee

  1 May 2012 | 4:54 pm

  Coffee Vending Machines Have you ever ordered coffee from a coffee vending machine? When I was a kid, I remember ordering a Mocha from a hospital vending machine Coffee vending machine. It was watery hot chocolate with a mild stale coffee flavor. Coffee vending machines have come a long way since then. In this article we’ll take a look at the Top 5 Coffee Vending Machines from Wilkes Group Vending*. This article is for those looking for a comparison on the different types of coffee vending machines available. I cannot overstate this fact enough, If you are looking for the best…

• Top 7 Starbucks Drinks

  Jason Coffee

  1 May 2012 | 9:41 am

  Starbucks Drinks Question: Which drinks are most popular at Starbucks and what are their ingredients? Answer: Starbucks drinks are similar to standard coffee drinks  yet they many times substantially differ in the way that they are prepared. This Top Seven list of Starbucks drinks and ingredients is in no particular order and is a representation of what’s most popular to order from a Starbucks Menu at a Starbucks Coffee shop. 1. Brewed Coffee Coffee, Water 2.  Latte Espresso, Steamed Milk, Foam 3. Vanilla Latte Vanilla syrup, Espresso, Steamed Milk, Foam 3. Mocha…

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• Run

  marla

  14 May 2012 | 2:12 pm

  My family is clamoring for attention. “Check this out for me, please?” “Before you go, can you just look at this…” “I need you for just a moment.” My mind can barely process the requests. They tumble one after the other in a hopeless pile of need. Somewhere in the middle of the tasks and to-do’s my brain finds a clear spot and time stands still: I need to go for a run. Fortunately, we’re staying at a large hotel that has a pre-defined running path, so I slip my sneakers on and head out the door, ignoring one last demand for attention. I’m focused, and I’m going to…

• Inexplicable

  marla

  17 Feb 2012 | 11:27 am

  Inexplicable Inexplicable. One medium sized word that inspired the entire direction of the second half of our lives. It is a great word, if you think about it. Life is inexplicable. It is filled with inexplicable moments of beauty followed immediately by inexplicable moments of sorrow. There is inexplicable illness, inexplicabe death. We see inexplicable fame (especially on YouTube!) and inexplicable years spent in obscurity. Once in awhile we thrill to inexplicable healing, provision, or direction. We cry at inexplicable beauty in a baby, a puppy, a sunset. We laugh at the unexpected and…

• God in a Brothel by Daniel Walker: Book Review

  marla

  5 Feb 2012 | 2:43 pm

  I’ve been drifting at the edges of the human trafficking issue for a year or two now, joining my church in the Hope for Freedom cause, reading, talking, networking. I have sat with prostitutes who were trafficked into the trade by relatives and “safe” friends. I’ve heard their stories and seen their redemption. I’ve seen homes for restoring the souls of young girls. And I’ve read. I’ve read news reports of raids, successful and not. I’ve read books that were released, both secular and Christian. I’ve done what I could, within the confines…

• The Big Game: Superbowl 2012 and the Nuns

  marla

  4 Feb 2012 | 9:57 am

  I heard a great story on Fox News yesterday morning while I was getting ready for my day. Since the story involved human trafficking, an issue that I care about deeply, I stopped what I was doing and watched. I loved what I saw! It seems that a group of nuns in Indiana is (rightly) concerned about the increased potential and reality of trafficking surrounding the Superbowl tomorrow. But these nuns didn’t hold a prayer meeting or a candlelight vigil. Ok, they might have, but that wasn’t the point of the story. The point was that they chose to get smart and creative in fighting…

• The Circle Maker by Mark Batterson

  marla

  29 Jan 2012 | 10:54 am

  I just finished reading Mark Batterson’s latest book, The Circle Maker. If you have followed Coffee Shop Journal at all, you know that Batterson is one of my favorite authors in the current Christian landscape. So I have been slowly savoring The Circle Maker, letting its message sink deep rather than skimming the surface of my mind. The premise of The Circle Maker is simple: God honors the prayers we pray. Hardly ground-breaking! But Batterson frames The Circle Maker in an ancient Jewish tale that takes prayer to a new place. There was, once upon a time, a Jewish prophet named Honi.

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• Starbucks Half-Price Frappuccino Happy Hour in Malaysia

  james pong

  2 May 2012 | 8:15 pm

  Starbucks Malaysia started its "Happy Hour" a week ago on Wednesday and Friday and Starbucks Card users get their Frappuccino at half-price on Wednesday, 5-7pm while everyone else gets the offer on Friday. Starbucks Happy Hour, Half-Price Frappuccino Starbucks Half-Price Frappuccino Happy Hour is only available at all Starbucks Malaysia for a limited time!

• Starbucks Mocha Cookie Crumble Frappuccino

  james pong

  24 Apr 2012 | 5:36 am

  Starbucks Mocha Cookie Crumble Frappuccino Starbucks Mocha Cookie Crumble Frappuccino blended beverage is the latest offering from Starbucks. First taste, Starbucks Mocha Cookie Crumble is rich in chocolaty taste but yet not too sweet. The cookies used are Oreo cookies inclusive of those sprinkles at the top of the chocolate-flavored whipped cream. Also available is Starbucks Chocolate Cookie Crumble Frappuccino. Retails at MYR 15.00 for Tall, MYR 16.00 for Grande and MYR 17.00 for Venti at all Starbucks in Malaysia and Singapore for a limited time.

• Limited Edition Nescafe Canned Drink

  james pong

  4 Apr 2012 | 3:00 am

  Limited Edition Nescafe Canned Drink For a limited time (until May 2012), Malaysia will have a limited edition packaging for its Nescafe Canned Drink. The taste is almost similar. The main highlight of the new packaging shows the wording "Low Fat" clearer than its previous packaging. The Special Edition Nescafe Canned Drink is available at Jaya Jusco supermarkets for MYR 1.69.

• Starbucks Toastie

  james pong

  15 Mar 2012 | 7:30 pm

  Warm Starbucks Toastie is a great way to start your day. Choose from Starbucks Chicken Toastie and Starbucks Tuna Toastie. Starbucks Chicken Toastie Starbucks Chicken Toastie is covered with cheese and chicken bits along with some aromatic herbs. Simply delicious. Enjoy the Starbucks Toastie at MYR 5.00 with purchase of any beverage. If you have the Starbucks Card, you get to enjoy it at MYR 4.50.

• Starbucks’ Charcoal Bamboo & Red Velvet Whoopie Pie

  james pong

  24 Feb 2012 | 11:08 pm

  Starbucks Malaysia has recently introduced Whoopie Pie with Red Velvet Whoopie Pie and Charcoal Bamboo Whoopie Pie. Both are filled with mocha cream cheese! Starbucks’ Red Velvet Whoopie Pie and Charcoal Bamboo Whoopie Pie Red Velvet Whoopie Pie has distinct sweet and chocolaty flavor whilst Charcoal Bamboo is less sweet. Both Red Velvet and Charcoal Whoopie Pie retails at MYR 6.50 each.

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• How To Make Chemex Coffee

  Jason Coffee

  15 May 2012 | 2:49 pm

  5 Easy Steps To Brewing Chemex Coffee Chemex Coffee is one of our favorite ways to brew coffee. It provides for a clean cup of coffee while still preserving much of it’s body. It is esthetically pleasing to brew coffee using this brewing method. Chemex coffee is not just for the coffee geeks and industry pros. Chemex coffee is easy to make in just five steps. Step 1: Coffee Tools – Preparing to Brew Coffee What you’ll need: Chemex Kettle Coffee Beans Chemex bonded filter Scoop or Scale Water Step 2: Boil Water in Kettle The water should be between 195 degrees F and…

• 3 Keys to Success: Organo Gold MLM

  Jason Coffee

  4 May 2012 | 3:39 pm

  Organo Gold MLM and Success It’s crazy the number of times that I am approached by an Organo Gold representative during any given week. The request is almost always the same, “Will you review my coffee, I just started this amazing coffee business.” or “Hey, I have this amazing opportunity in which you could make a lot of money.” I used to send out a unique reply to every email but the volume has gotten to the point where I just redirect them to my review of the product. (You will notice that throughout this article I will refer to Organo Gold as a product and not…

• What is a Cappuccino?

  Jason Coffee

  2 May 2012 | 10:15 am

  Question: What is a cappuccino? Answer: A cappuccino is a coffee drink comprised of steamed milk, foam and espresso. The bottom layer is espresso, the middle layer is steamed milk and the top layer is foam. The ratio of milk to foam will differ depending on who is preparing the drink and how you prefer the drink to be made. Assuming that the barista pulled a good shot of espresso, the main thing that will differentiate one cappuccino from another is the way the milk is steamed. It is very important that this coffee drink be made up of micro bubble foam. This ensures that the drink will have a…

• Top 5 Coffee Vending Machines

  Jason Coffee

  1 May 2012 | 4:54 pm

  Coffee Vending Machines Have you ever ordered coffee from a coffee vending machine? When I was a kid, I remember ordering a Mocha from a hospital vending machine Coffee vending machine. It was watery hot chocolate with a mild stale coffee flavor. Coffee vending machines have come a long way since then. In this article we’ll take a look at the Top 5 Coffee Vending Machines from Wilkes Group Vending*. This article is for those looking for a comparison on the different types of coffee vending machines available. I cannot overstate this fact enough, If you are looking for the best…

• Top 7 Starbucks Drinks

  Jason Coffee

  1 May 2012 | 9:41 am

  Starbucks Drinks Question: Which drinks are most popular at Starbucks and what are their ingredients? Answer: Starbucks drinks are similar to standard coffee drinks  yet they many times substantially differ in the way that they are prepared. This Top Seven list of Starbucks drinks and ingredients is in no particular order and is a representation of what’s most popular to order from a Starbucks Menu at a Starbucks Coffee shop. 1. Brewed Coffee Coffee, Water 2.  Latte Espresso, Steamed Milk, Foam 3. Vanilla Latte Vanilla syrup, Espresso, Steamed Milk, Foam 3. Mocha…

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• Know your coffee birds: Ovenbird

  JACraves

  15 May 2012 | 3:22 pm

  The Ovenbird (Seiurus aurocapillus) is often heard before it is seen, a loud ringing “tea-cher, TEA-cher, TEA-CHER!” broadcast from close to the forest floor through much of the eastern U.S. [...]

• Finca Dos Gatos…harvest!

  JACraves

  4 May 2012 | 5:09 am

  Another update on coffee growing at home. Now with cacao!

• Additional sustainability-related awards

  JACraves

  1 May 2012 | 5:31 am

  I previously reported on the Rainforest Alliance Cupping for Quality award that was presented at the Specialty Coffee Association of America’s (SCAA) annual trade show in Portland, Oregon late last [...]

• Sips: Vietnam, over-ripes, Wal-Mart, and more

  JACraves

  27 Apr 2012 | 12:43 pm

  News about coffee sustainability in Vietnam, corporate coffee scores with over-ripe cherries, Wal-Mart leaps into single-serve, a car company buys part of a coffee company, and assorted Starbucks tidbits.

• Rainforest Alliance Cupping for Quality – April 2012

  JACraves

  20 Apr 2012 | 9:30 am

  Winners of the April 2012 competition covering Latin America, India, and Ethiopia.

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• Win Coffee From Coffee Responsibly

  Mike

  15 May 2012 | 12:18 pm

  A few weeks ago, I started a little side project called Coffee Responsibly. The site is chugging along, connecting coffee drinkers with coffee that’s along the lines of direct trade, fair trade and organic. In other words, it’s where you can find coffee that taste good, is good for you and does good. So to celebrate the launch of the site and raise awareness of it, I thought we should do a coffee giveaway. I mean who doesn’t love coffee giveaways? Well, I suppose the people who don’t drink coffee, but they’re kind of weird you have to admit. The Prize The prize…

• Rare, Expensive And Very Unique: Kopi Luwak From Sea Island Coffee Review

  Mike

  14 May 2012 | 9:23 am

  The Drink: Philippine Alamid – Kopi Luwak from Sea Island Coffee Type: Whole Bean Single Origin I’ve been really fortunate to try a lot of rare and expensive coffees from around the world. However, I don’t think any is more unique than Kopi Luwak. Kopi Luwak, also known as civet coffee is one of the most expensive and rarest coffees in the world. It also has a very unique production process. Did I mention unique. Kopi Luwak is made from the beans of coffee cherries that have been eaten by the Asian Palm Civet, a relative of the mongoose that’s about the size of a cat.

• Fresh Brews: The Happy Mother’s Day Edition

  Mike

  13 May 2012 | 9:43 am

  Welcome to Fresh Brews. Each week, I scour the internet, stumbling through dozens of blogs and across hundreds of newspapers to find stories for our round up of all that is informative, entertaining and random in the coffee world. Enjoy! Friday Feature: Taking Note of Tasting Notes Ever wonder how I taste those hints of caramel and spices. I don’t have super taste buds or anything special like that, just a lot of practice. Over at A Table In The Corner Of The Cafe, Drew wrote about how you can improve your tasting abilities. Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony Want to know how they drink coffee…

• A Dark Roast To Enjoy: Indonesia-Sumatra (Blue Batak) by Carolina Coffee Co

  Mike

  11 May 2012 | 9:00 am

  The Drink: Indonesia-Sumatra (Blue Batak) by Carolina Coffee Co Type: Dark Roast Whole Bean I first heard about Carolina Coffee Co from Damon, the son of the owners. He told me that his mom and dad ran a small coffee company and wanted to know if I would be interested in trying some of their coffee. I’ll pretty much accept any offer to try a coffee, unless it’s healthy coffee but I wasn’t super excited about this one. It was a small coffee company that I had never heard of before, not a lot of background information about the beans and it was kind of like when some random…

• DOMA Colombia Organic

  Mike

  9 May 2012 | 9:00 am

  This is a guest post by Mike Brown. Learn more about how you can guest post for Daily Shot Of Coffee. I recently started getting my coffee from the Go Coffee Go website, and my first order for the month of May was DOMA’s Colombia Organic, which is a medium light roast. I tend to think that the lighter roasts bring out the true flavor in coffee, but that is just my opinion. This is the second coffee I have tried from DOMA, and I was excited to try this one. Before I get too far into the review, I want to give you a little history and information on DOMA as a company. DOMA is a roaster is…

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• MadCap Coffee Company: Rwanda Gishamwana

  Jamie

  26 Apr 2012 | 10:16 am

  MadCap’s Spring Fling was a hit for me so now its time to merge away from blends for a moment and check out one of their single origin coffees, Rwanda Gishamwana. This coffee is a serious eye opener, along with an explosion of flavor. Just go ahead and read and see for yourself.Thoughts The aroma didn’t give me much to go on. It was sweet with some tropical fruit play. Other than that, I was going in pretty blind with the taste. I am glad to because what came next was just awesome.Think fruit punch… A fruit punch bomb tasting like blue raspberry Kool-Aid. That’s what…

• Experimenting With The Disk Fine From Able Brewing

  Jamie

  23 Apr 2012 | 10:53 am

  On March 30th, 2012 Prima Coffee and Able Brewing partnered up to host a contest. The prize was a pre-release of the new Aeropress stainless steel disk titled, “Disk Fine.” Including me, there were 100 winners chosen to test the new prototype to see whether or not Able Brewing should move forward with full production.So, who is behind Able Brewing anyways?It all started with Keith Gehrke a once roaster at Coava Coffee and creator of the Kone, a stainless steel filter for the Chemex, as well as the Disk, a stainless steel filter for the Aeropress. If you are familiar with the Kone,…

• Forty Weight Coffee: Yemen Mocca Sanani

  Jamie

  20 Apr 2012 | 10:20 am

  Quick thanks to Forty Weight Coffee for throwing some of this Yemen in with my order. I’ve had a Yemen Mocca coffee before and didn’t particularly like it… Then again, it was one of my early home roasts which could be the reason why.Let’s see what I found.Thoughts Wow! The Clever Dripper just knocked me down in surprise. The aroma carries a herbal, and tea like play. Notes of jasmine, lemon, raspberries, oh my!From the first sip to the last it is just so flavorful, but what really struck me was that I did not notice any earthy play whatsoever. Instead, I found lemon,…

• PT’s Coffee Roasting: Panama Finca la Valentina

  Jamie

  17 Apr 2012 | 10:30 am

  I don’t like to call favorites when it comes to picking coffees because there are just so many great coffees out there that my list wouldn’t be list of just my favorites, but instead just about every coffee I’ve come across since I started this adventure.Even though I don’t like to pick favorites, I must point out that PT’s Coffee is one of my dear favorites. I have never been disappointed by their coffees. Not once. So how could I resist not mentioning them? Once again they have renewed my love for them with one of their limited coffees, Panama Finca la…

• MadCap Coffee Company: Spring Fling Blend

  Jamie

  14 Apr 2012 | 10:24 am

  MadCap, MadCap, oh how I love MadCap Coffee Company. They have some really amazing coffees, but what really threw me over the edge and caused me to becomes obsessed with them was their Holiday Fusion Blend I got to try a few months back. It was the first blend I’ve had that really just blew my mind. If it hadn’t said “blend” I don’t think I would have known any different.Anyhow, MadCap is back at it again with a new seasonal blend, Spring Fling which I’ve been playing around with.Now I’d be lying if I said the weather outside has been enjoyable.

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• Craft Corner with: So She Sews

  SoSheSews

  8 May 2012 | 7:00 am

  Do you love crafts and coffee plays a major role inspiring and fueling your crafting? Contact me if you would like to share your story in the next “Craft Corner”. Today’s guest crafty chick is Brooke Helfen from So She Sews. She … Continue reading →

• Able Brewing DISK fine Review and Recipe

  Jennifer

  3 May 2012 | 9:42 am

  Prima Coffee ran a contest for 100 lucky people to “beta” test the DISK fine from Able Brewing to test the market before going into production. Man, was I ecstatic when one arrived in the mail. Here it is,  my … Continue reading →

• Kohana Coffee Creates 1st Ever “Shelf-Stable” Cold Brew

  Jennifer

  1 May 2012 | 3:00 am

    This is part 1 in the cold brew coffee series. If your coffee company has bottled cold brew you would like reviewed, please contact me now. First up in the cold brew review series is the new “shelf stable” … Continue reading →

• Alpha Dominche’s STEAMPUNK Brewing Technology Wins Top Award at SCAA 2012

  Jennifer

  26 Apr 2012 | 6:00 am

  There are some exciting new coffee equipment out this year already and this one I’m particularly interested in. Especially since it won in it’s category. Check out why. Continue reading →

• Nordic Coffee Culture to be Documented, With Your Help

  Jennifer

  19 Apr 2012 | 11:04 am

  For coffee lovers, coffee culture runs deep. They are different in some ways but one thing they all have in common is community. I’ve always been fascinated by different cultures in other countries. When the ladies of the Takk Kickstarter … Continue reading →

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• Time Fades All

  Josh Allen

  25 Apr 2012 | 6:00 am

  Time unites all humans, we are all constrained by it and march to its beat. We all have an allotted amount, a precious supply that starts to dwindle the day we are born. Time has one speed, the speed at which you live and take each breath. But reflecting on time would lead you to draw different conclusions. Remember how it seems like yesterday that you were a kid? Remember how it seems like yesterday that your kids were kids? That you were young? Looking back, time flies. There are also moments in life when time seems to slow down, to advance in slow motion as though allowing for a study of…

• Everything I Know I Learned Before I Was 30

  Josh Allen

  11 Feb 2012 | 8:00 am

  When I turned 20, my friends reminded me I was half way to 40. They forgot to mention 30. People often seem to forget 30, it’s the age at which you’re old, but not so old that people think of you as old. Your 30’s are the decade you can benefit from all the lessons you learned in your 20’s before you hit your 40’s and have a mid-life crisis, reverting back to the stupidities of your 20’s (just kidding). At 30 people respect your opinions and ideas just because of your age, you made it out of your 20’s so you must be doing something right. Only 3 years separate someone who is 28…

• Long Walk

  Josh Allen

  9 Jan 2012 | 8:00 am

  The old truck roared under the strain as it crested the last hill, it’s battered and rusted hull blent into the desolate landscape, just like one more derelict piece of junk left to deteriorate in the windswept plain. In the distance hills rose in a ring around the valley, seemingly within reach, but a full days walk in actuality. As the truck shuttered to a stop, the whistle of the wind came into focus, an overwhelming wail, streaking across the short grass and dried mud. It was cold out as evidenced by the small clumps of scattered snow and the frozen water in tire tracks. He opened the…

• Smarter, Sexier, Smell Goodier

  Josh Allen

  6 Dec 2011 | 8:08 am

  Have you ever wanted to be smart, sexy, smell good, and have the ability to read peoples minds? If so, you’ve come to the right place. Don’t worry, you’re the only one who will get this special deal. You will be unique among your friends, elevated among mere mortals. You will have it before it’s popular. A trendsetter, yet still aloof and individualistic. Not mainstream in any way, yet coveted by the mainstream. Not convinced? Check out these other people who have it, they look happy. Look how many friends they have. Do you smell that? They sweat yet still smell like roses, spend…

• Thanks For Thanksgiving

  Josh Allen

  24 Nov 2011 | 8:00 am

  Once a year comes a day when we are specifically reminded to give thanks (at least in the United States). Hopefully most of you out there are thankful more than once a year, but if that’s all you can manage then it’s better than nothing. I want to take a minute to list in no particular order some things I personally am thankful for. My beautiful wife The people who surround me and support me (You know who you are) Employment that pays the bills while letting me do something I love Al Gore – for inventing the internet (Actually, that’s a joke) Modern medicine Freedom – It…

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• Grab & Go with a 2-Cup Coffee Maker

  daniel

  10 May 2012 | 10:10 am

  If you’re looking for a way to shave a few seconds off your morning routine, a 2-cup coffee maker may be for you. These clever coffee makers brew straight into a set of two travel mugs (or whatever mug you prefer). It’s a convenient way to make sure you and your partner get their morning caffeine mix without worrying about who took the whole pot. Of course, the main disadvantage of 2-cup coffee makers is the lack of a carafe. They’re suited for couples who want to take their coffee and run– perfect for the subway or morning commute down the Interstate. A twin coffee…

• Capresso Infinity Burr Grinder

  daniel

  10 May 2012 | 4:26 am

  It takes just the right grind to get the best-tasting coffee, so a top-notch grinder is key. Although I don’t agree with Capresso’s claim that this conical burr grinder is “commercial-grade,” it has more than enough power for the home barista.The 8.5-ounce capacity and 16 grind settings will never leave you wanting. The sub-$100 price point is especially easy to digest– the Capresso Infinity conical burr grinder is a superb value for the money. Why a Conical Burr Grinder? The advantage of burr grinders is they provide a consistent grind without using too much…

• Frothing Pitchers

  daniel

  8 May 2012 | 4:27 pm

  You may not be a professional, but every home barista should have at least one frothing pitcher handy.These stainless steel containers are a necessity for using the steam wand on your espresso machine to froth milk. Whether you’re making a latte, cappuccino or any other milk-based drink, it all starts with frothing. This process adds air to the milk and accentuates the drink’s flavor. Frothing pitchers come in two forms: one with a handle adjacent to the pitcher and another with a handle that juts outward like a pan. The former are by far the most common and the easiest to use.

• How Much Caffeine is too Much?

  daniel

  7 May 2012 | 4:09 am

  Maybe you feel jittery and have trouble concentrating at the end of the day, or perhaps you have a fever or throbbing headache. Either way, the symptoms of a caffeine overdose are usually very apparent– they often involve a trip to the toilet. Some symptoms of too much caffeine manifest themselves later in the day, such as insomnia and restlessness. But what about the gray area between a few cups of coffee and too much caffeine? How Much Caffeine is Too Much per Day? According to the Mayo Clinic, 200mg- 300mg of caffeine (2-4 cups of coffee) is healthy for adults. More than that is…

• The Best Tasting Coffee: Does it Exist?

  daniel

  6 May 2012 | 4:47 am

  “What is the best-tasting coffee in the world?” I’ve been asked this question or a similar one more than a few times. And the answer isn’t so straightforward. There may be a best car under $20,000, best restaurant in town or a best man for your wedding, but there is no single best-tasting coffee for everyone. What Are the Best-Tasting Coffee Brands According to a 2011 Consumer Reports taste test, Gloria Jean’s and Newman’s Own took the top spots with ratings of “very good.” Eight O’Clock is a more affordable brand that also scores well in…

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• Tree Hugging Monkeys we are not!

  Aromo the monkey

  11 May 2012 | 7:01 am

  Coffee is personal – and the Coffee Trade is an international community Here at Aromo we think the big brands are missing the point – THE COFFEE STUPID! Let’s be honest, Nespresso and the likes aren’t about fab coffee DEXZAG6P8PD5 they are all about building ‘Billionaire brands’ and locking you and I into an expensive lifestyle ‘merry go round’. Think of the carbon foot print of the typical coffee capsule…the aluminium, the plastic. The WWF advises standard coffee is to be preferred over such costly consumerist service solutions. We agree – but also like…

• Fear of Filter

  Coffee Guru

  4 May 2012 | 6:59 am

  Espresso is dead …long live espresso….or should that be filter? Yes – in the last few years, more and more trade ‘chatter’ has been focussed on filter, or drip coffee, (depending upon which side of the pond you call home) being the next ‘big’ thing… The simple reason is that here in the Uk we never did filter justice did we? Remember the stewing jugs, on the pour and serve hot plate that used to sum up high street service, not much less than 5 years ago? Then gourmet espresso based beverages appeared like a poison ivy rash – driven down our throats by the…

• Only F**kwits drink espresso ?!

  Coffee Guru

  3 May 2012 | 2:42 am

  Guru was recently put very firmly in his place, after reading an article in that august and liberal tome the ‘Daily Mail’… which purported in a ‘Mystic Meg’ style to predict personality by the coffee which you preferred… I like a Macchiato – best of both worlds me thinks… but not according to this writer, who coldly advised ‘…you like to be different- just not too different and in reality you’re happy to tag along behind others…’ Ok – that sounds like New Labour style speak…for basically, you are a no hope plonker who has little idea…

• The British Love Affair with Espresso

  Coffee Guru

  26 Apr 2012 | 4:23 am

  If this is coffee, then please, bring me some tea. But if this is tea, please bring me some coffee Abraham Lincoln Ever thought of ESE espresso Sir? The first written references to coffee here in the UK are found around 1598… And it is most likely that the coffees consumed were single origin Ethiopians…good taste! Believe it or not, the first batches of coffee returned to the UK were thought to have medicinal properties – Francis Bacon was one of the many, who propounded the belief that coffee had a medicinal quality able to cure scurvy, gout and help with excessive…

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• How To Start A Coffee Shop – Some Top Tips

  Casa Espresso

  23 Apr 2012 | 7:48 am

  If you are reading this, chances are you have decided to make the leap and join the £5.3billion* coffee market in the UK and open your own coffee business. With independent coffee retailers making up 36.3% of the overall café market in 2011*, indie’s are standing shoulder to shoulder with chain shops on the high street, making 2012 a great time to assert your place in the market. This is the first in a series of blog posts which will give you some pointers about how to go about your research when setting up your coffee shop, from business planning, to choosing an espresso machine. First…

• The UK Coffee Market Infographic

  Casa Espresso

  23 Apr 2012 | 7:41 am

  Based on research carried out by Allegra Strategies, who commisioned a study on the coffee industry in 2011, we have put together this handy little infographic to sum up their findings. If you are considering setting up your own independant coffee shop to help rival these big chains, then keep an eye on our blog, as we will be starting a series on How To Start A Coffee Shop next week aimed at giving you a helping hand with your new business venture! Infographic designed by Breaktheseal.

• The Expobar G10 Barista

  Casa Espresso

  23 Apr 2012 | 7:27 am

  Alongside the San Remo espresso machines, we also offer the Expobar range. The Expobar machines have traditionally been known as a budget range for the cash conscious, offering good quality, Spanish built machines for a good price. Expobar have not necessarily been known for their forward thinking coffee technology, but this has all changed in the last few years, with the introduction of their own temperature control technology system. Expobar have developed their ever popular G10 espresso machine, to create a brand new, modern range, the Barista G10, which is now available in the UK. The…

• The Northern Restaurant and Bar Show, Manchester

  Casa Espresso

  19 Mar 2012 | 4:16 am

  This week, we exhibited for the first time at the Northern Restaurant and Bar Show in Manchester. The NRB Show is one of the largest trade exhibitions for the hospitality industry outside of London, with 80% of visitors from the North only visiting this show. We went in order to showcase both our San Remo Verona and Roma machines plus our Rainforest Alliance espresso coffee. Our stand was designed and created by Uberco Ltd, a Keighley based company specialising in shopfitting and exhibition design. Throughout the two days, we were offering espresso samples and demonstrations of the San Remo…

• Hotspot on Machines: The Roma

  Casa Espresso

  20 Feb 2012 | 3:59 am

  For the final blog in our Hotspot on Machines series, we have left the most glamorous, the most stylish and the most desirable until last; the Sanremo Roma. The Roma – Overview The Roma is undoubtedly the Grandfather of the Sanremo family. Available in two and three group head size, the Roma is the Ferrari of the range. It has temperature control technology, enabling each group head to serve espresso at different temperatures, which helps reduce your energy consumption. It has a self-cleaning programme, programmable on/off timer, manual safety circuit, adjustable feet… and the shape,…

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• New Products – Hario V60 Drippers & Decanters

  James

  11 May 2012 | 9:56 am

  Yet another post about new products – sorry it’s all I seem to talk about these days! We’ve just taken stock of a new range of coffee makers and accessories from Hario. For those of you who’ve not heard of Hario, they’re a Japanese company with a growing reputation, here in the Western Hemisphere, among the coffee community. Their V60 Coffee Dripper is probably now the most popular pour over coffee maker on the market and is commonly seen in many independent coffee shops. So we’re very please to be selling these now. We’re also stocking the V60 Drip Decanter (looks a bit like a…

• Shipping Price Changes: 30 April 2012

  James

  25 Apr 2012 | 8:14 am

  Due to the imminent price increases by Royal Mail our shipping rates will be changing from Monday 30 April. The table below shows our new charges based on the total weight of an order. Total Weight Shipping Cost Up to 750g £2.65 Between 750g to 1kg   £3.95 Over 1kg £4.95 Over £35 Free Delivery Items which qualify at ‘Large Letter’ rates such as washer & filter sets and tamping mats with cost £0.85 Whilst we’ve tried to minimise the effect of the price increases, unfortunately because of the re-banding of all ‘Packets’ under 750g into just one group,…

• Updated: Brewing Guide to Cafetieres / French Press

  James

  21 Apr 2012 | 10:55 am

  Cafetiere, or if you prefer, french press coffee makers have been in the news a bit lately. Douwe Egberts recently published a survey revealing that, even though the average Briton spend £15,000 in a lifetime in coffee shops, a staggering 75% don’t use a cafetiere: 38% owned one but avoided using it as they thought they were too complicated; whilst another 37% per cent didn’t even know how to use one. And yet only last week, Howard Schultz (CEO of Starbucks) told Business Week that using a french press you can…“have the best cup of coffee known to mankind”. So to help our mighty…

• New Product: Motta Tamping Set

  James

  13 Apr 2012 | 10:02 am

  We’ve just taken stock of these Motta Tamping Sets that contain all the accessories you need to make tasty espresso at home. The sets cost £43.95 and come with free delivery. Each set contains a beautifully crafted tamper, to ensure you get the most out of your coffee grounds, as well as a stand to tamp on, protecting both your worktop and portafilter. The stand comes on a cleverly designed mat, with two special indentations, one to store the tamper on and one for a teaspoon. For those of you after just a Motta Tamper, we’re hoping to have these back in stock by the end of April.

• The Handpresso Hybrid has Arrived!

  James

  23 Mar 2012 | 12:15 pm

  Stock of the new Handpresso Hybrid espresso machines have now arrived and our available to order through our website. Priced as £89.95, they’re a little more expensive than the previous two incarnations of the Handpresso; but now you can use both ground coffee and E.S.E. coffee pods. The actual Hybrid machine looks just like a Domepod one – the brewing chambers are nearly identical. The only major difference is the Hybrid comes with a special E.S.E. adapter, which you insert into the brewing chamber when (you’ve guest it) you use E.S.E. pods. The Handpresso Hybrid still uses domepods…