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The Espresso Varietal Playbook – Unlocking the Secrets of Perfect Shots
The coffee connoisseur knows that not all beans are created equal—especially when it comes to espresso. Learn which beans perform best under pressure.
Espresso-Specific Coffee Varietals and Their Characteristics
The intense pressure, brief extraction window, and concentrated result demand much of the underlying coffee for the perfect espresso shots.
A Barista’s View of Modern Extraction Theory
See how research demonstrates that different mineral compositions and water chemistry dramatically affect extraction and flavour.
How Science is Revolutionizing Home Coffee Roasting
See how artificial intelligence and hyper-precise sensors are turning amateur enthusiasts into legitimate coffee scientists.
Cultivation
Spotlight Ethiopia – The Industry Brief
Ethiopia boasts an ancient, vibrant coffee culture deeply woven into daily life. In Spotlight Ethiopia, we breakdown the industry into its functional characteristics.
Where in the World? A Complete List of Coffee Regions
The principal coffee regions in the world are classified into three main coffee-growing belts, roughly located between the Tropics of Cancer and Capricorn.
How Coffee Farmers are Adapting to Climate Change
Coffee farmers are implementing a multifaceted approach, adapting to climate change with innovative agricultural practices and global collaboration.
Processing
How Roasters Are Revolutionizing Fair Trade Coffee (And Why You Should Care)
Remember when “Fair Trade” was just a fuzzy feel-good label that cost an extra dollar per bag? Those days are gone. See how roasters are driving innovation.
Wet Milling – the Mechanics, Objectives and Outcomes
Wet milling displays a fundamental truth that quality in coffee is created through a series of intentional mechanical interventions.
The Environmental Impact of Fair Trade Coffee Processing
The Fair Trade coffee movement transformed how we think about coffee production and farmer equity. What are the hidden costs? Can We Do Better?
Roasting
Customizing Roast Profiles to Highlight Varietal Flavours
Maybe you think you know about roasting coffee, how heat transforms a green bean into something transcendent, but you don’t. Or maybe you do! Let’s find out.
Coffee Roasting Spectrum: A Guide for Home Baristas
As a home barista, understanding the different roast levels is crucial for selecting and preparing the perfect cup.
Matching Top Coffee Varietals with Their Optimal Roasting Levels
This pairing guide highlights the optimal roast levels for the top coffee varietals. But remember, personal preference reigns supreme. Here’s how.
Preparation
How Coffee Bean Selection Drives Extraction Control
Enthusiasts in search of coffee excellence often focus on equipment upgrades and brewing techniques. But don’t overlook the strategic selection of coffee beans.
How Coffee Bean Density Affects Extraction To Your Cup
Coffee bean density—the mass of coffee material packed into a given volume—could be the most under-appreciated extraction property.
The Perfect Affogato: 5 Barista Secrets You Need to Know Now
Move over, cold brew, the perfect affogato’s having its moment. If you haven’t experienced the magic of hot espresso drowning perfectly churned gelato, read on.
History
Ethiopia – The Birthplace of Coffee
Coffeeheads traveling the world view Ethiopia as the motherland. Legend holds that the joys of coffee really all began...
Inside Your Cup – From Bean to World
From its ancient origins in Ethiopia to the bustling cafes of the modern day, coffee is stitched into the fabric of societies worldwide.
Where Coffee Began – From Goat to Global Craze
Join us on a journey through time as we unveil the fascinating origins of coffee—a tale that spans continents and centuries.
Business
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