A Guide to Choosing the Right Honey Coffee for Your Tastes
Posted by Bean & Bean onIf you’re a regular at a specialty coffee shop, you’ve likely come across coffees described as “honey processed.” You may have even tried one! But did you know that there are actually several different kinds...
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Why You Should Be Drinking Honey Processed Coffee
Posted by Bean & Bean onFrom variety, to roast level, to origin, there are endless options to consider when it comes to choosing coffee. For many coffee professionals, the single most important contributing factor to a coffee’s flavor profile is...
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What are the Best Coffee Beans for Espresso?
Posted by Bean & Bean onBrewing coffee should be simple: just add water, right? Although you only need two ingredients–ground coffee and water–to make a cup of coffee, there are countless ways to brew. You can go pour-over style with...
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A Beginner's Guide to Specialty Coffee Beans
Posted by Bean & Bean onLike “artisan bread," “craft beer,” or “gourmet chocolate," you’ve probably come across the term “specialty coffee.” But what does that mean exactly? What separates specialty coffee beans from all the rest? Is it more than...
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From Experience: The Best Electric Gooseneck Kettle
Posted by Bean & Bean onGooseneck kettles revolutionized how we brew coffee. With their precise control and ergonomic function, they open up a new world of flavors in brewed coffee. First came the stovetop versions, followed by the electric kettles...
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What are Liberica Coffee Beans?
Posted by Bean & Bean onQuick—name a type of coffee. (No, we aren’t talking about coffee drinks, like a caramel macchiato). Ok, let’s be a bit more specific: name a species of coffee plant. If you guessed “Arabica” or “Robusta”,...
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The Difference Between Direct Trade and Fairtrade Coffee
Posted by Bean & Bean onMany consumer goods in grocery stores now have labels stating if they are direct trade, or Fairtrade. Beyond the altruistic appearance, what do these labels mean? What’s the difference between direct trade vs Fairtrade? What...
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Coffee Facts Every Coffee Lover Should Know
Posted by Bean & Bean onDid you know that coffee that is too fresh is a thing? Here are some coffee facts that will challenge what you think you know about coffee. Interesting Coffee Facts: Did You Know: The best-tasting...
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A Breakdown of Baratza Coffee Grinders
Posted by Bean & Bean onYou may have noticed them in cafes, bakeries, Instagram photos, or a friend’s kitchen. What’s the hype about Baratza Coffee grinders? Why are there so many, and how are they different? Let’s talk about the...
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What to Look for When Purchasing Your First Coffee Grinder
Posted by Bean & Bean onIf you’re getting into brewing coffee at home, you’ve likely heard about coffee grinders or have some limited experience in that realm. The question, however, is how to select from the hundreds of coffee grinders...
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