EDUCATION
Common Brewing Mistakes
So, what are the most common mistakes that could be holding your coffee back? We’ll break it down into four key areas: the freshness of your coffee, the precision of your brew method, the importance of weighing your beans, and the quality of your water.
Farm Fresh Coffee
How long is coffee fresh? What happens when it goes stale? And does freshness really make a big difference in taste?
What Makes Specialty Coffee Special ?
What makes specialty coffee so special and why are so many coffee drinkers choosing it over commercial grade coffee? To answer this, we will look at three main factors in the rise of “specialty coffee”. The impact of connecting coffee roasters and farmers, the commitment of roasters (and baristas) to education, and the introduction of higher quality home brewing equipment.
Frequently Asked Coffee Subscription Questions
Have the convenience of receiving super fresh coffee delivered right to your door through one of our coffee subscriptions. We offer several kinds, able to appeal to a variety of coffee drinkers. Plus, your purchase supports the family-run coffee farms we work with directly.
Tasty Coffee Cocktails
Coffee cocktails make a great addition to any holiday gathering. We know espresso martinis are incredibly popular, b...
Making Better Coffee At Home
Brewing coffee at home is both an art and a science. While it’s easy to get caught up in gadgets and trends, the foun...
Brewing For A Crowd
As coffee enthusiasts, our daily coffee routines are sometimes created around small batch techniques, like pour-overs...
Coffee For Different Kinds Of Coffee Drinkers
It can be challenging to know what to serve those looking for low acidity, reduced caffeine, or just “plain old coffee”, but we’re here to help. Here are a few specific kinds of coffee drinkers we get asked about regularly with our best coffee suggestions.
What is a Micron? Understanding the Language of Grinders
If you’ve ever gone to purchase a home grinder, and been confused by some of the descriptions, you are not alone. Con...
Adjusting Your Grind Setting
If you’re not experiencing any of the wonderful flavor components listed on the freshly roasted coffee you just purc...
What Makes Geisha So Special?
Hidden For Over 60 Years
For over 60 years, the "superstar" Geisha plant lay hidden at the legendary farm, Hacienda l...
Making Great Home Espresso
We know getting perfect espresso at home can sometimes be frustrating. It takes a lot of practice (and patience) to p...