Coffee
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Direct trade is a term used by coffee roasters who buy straight from the growers, cutting out both the traditional middleman buyers and sellers and also the organizations that control certifications such as Fair Trade and Bird Friendly. The Direct Trade model is the best because it allows to buil...
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What is Water Processed Decaffeination?
People drink decaffeinated coffee for a variety of reasons. However, it’s important to know that decaffeination methods vary. There is a widely used chemical decaffeination and then there is a water process. Most decaffeination uses chemical solvents such as methylene chloride or ethyl acetate t... -
How to calibrate a grinder for a great cup of Espresso?
These guidelines are a recommendation for the initial calibration of your grinder when trying out and adjusting to a new coffee. You will need the following: a scale that reads to 0.1 grams fresh coffee espresso grinder espresso machine with a double basket Steps to calibrate the grinder: Set ... -
How to adjust the Dose and Grind Size for a great cup of Espresso?
Adjusting the dose and grind size are the key factors to balancing the coffees for a great taste. Here are some general guidelines on how and what to adjust: If the coffee tastes too bland, the caramels and sugars are masking the flavors. Increase the dose, and coarsen the grind to keep the flow... -
How to stop pulling the shot by time, flow color or weight?
In general, we recommend for beginners to time the shots; but this is not best practice once you are a little more experienced. There are two best practices, pick one depending on your preference: You can stop shots when the flow becomes very pale, translucent, and almost transparent. At this p... -
Cascara Coffee Cherry Tea - Nutritional Facts and Brewing Tips
Cascara, (a Spanish term meaning husk or peel), refers to the dried outer layer and pulp of the coffee cherry, the fruit part of the coffee plant. Once harvested, the coffee cherry is split into two primary components during or post-drying: the beans for coffee production and the pulp. The pulp, ... -
Coffee and California Proposition 65: Frequently Asked Questions
We get asked about why we sometimes see a California Proposition 65 warning on coffee bags or in coffee shops and sometimes not. We have compiled a list of frequently asked questions and answers to provide some more insight into this topic: Is coffee on California’s Proposition 65 list? No. Cof...