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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A Guide to Rare Gesha Coffees
Posted by Bean & Bean onWhile Kopi Luwak coffee has a reputation for being expensive, did you know the most expensive coffee in the world is Gesha coffee? In 2021, a natural Panamanian processed Gesha sold for $2500+ per pound,...
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3 Easy Homemade Holiday Coffee Drinks
Posted by Bean & Bean onThe ho-ho-holidays are here! While the conventional idea of Christmas and the holiday season is heavily associated with snowy days, cold temperatures, scarves, mittens and hot drinks in hand, for a majority of people this...
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What Coffee to Gift Someone, Based on Their Dream Vacation
Posted by Bean & Bean onIf you’re looking for a gift for someone who enjoys coffee, then we have just the idea for you. Give them a coffee based on their dream vacation. It can be a destination they want...
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How To Make The Perfect Cup of Coffee
Posted by Bean & Bean onBored with the coffee you make at home? Want to change things up a little and try something different? Want to learn the secret tips and tricks baristas use to give their coffee that extra...
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