Cascara coffee is making waves in the specialty coffee scene, offering a fresh and flavorful twist on how we think about the coffee plant. Unlike traditional coffee, which is brewed from roasted beans, cascara is made from the dried skins of the coffee cherry—the fruit that surrounds the bean. The outer husk is usually discarded … Read more
Peaberry coffee is a rare type of coffee bean that forms when only one round bean grows inside a coffee cherry instead of the usual two flat beans. Peaberry beans are rounder than regular beans, which allows them to roast more evenly. Plus, they usually have a brighter and cleaner taste. Peaberries are also rare, … Read more
As a self-professed coffee lover, I’m constantly on the hunt for new and fascinating coffee experiences. That’s why I was immediately intrigued when I first heard about “white coffee” – a unique type of coffee beans that produces a surprisingly distinct coffee drink. Believe it or not, white coffee is not actually a coffee drink … Read more
Kopi Luwak coffee, also known as Civet Coffee, is made from coffee beans that are eaten and defecated by Asian Palm Civets. Civets eat the ripe coffee cherries, which are then processed by enzymes in their digestive system. Kopi Luwak is essentially made from the feces of the civet, which is why it is also … Read more
There are four primary types of coffee roast i-e light, medium, medium-dark, and dark roast. Each brings out different flavors, acids, and aromas from the coffee beans. Key Takeaways Whether you want to improve your home brewing skills or upgrade your coffee shopping skills, it’s important to understand the different coffee roasts. In this article, … Read more
Decaf coffee is basically regular coffee with most of its caffeine (at least 97%) taken out. Different processes are being employed to remove caffeine from the beans. Some methods are more natural, while others use chemicals or carbon dioxide. The point of decaffeinated coffee is to let people enjoy the taste and pleasure of coffee … Read more
The main difference between Light roast and dark roast coffee is that light roasts are roasted at lower temperatures for shorter period highlighting the natural, bright flavors of the coffee bean while dark roasts are roasted at higher temperatures for longer period which brings out deeper and richer flavors. Coffee lovers, it’s time to shed … Read more
French Press is one of the most popular coffee brewing methods around the World. But, it is not easy to find the best pre-ground Coffee for French Press. The problem here is that most popular brands only sell coffee grounds that are fine or medium-fine in size. These coffee grounds are suitable for brewing pour-over … Read more
The journey from coffee cherry to cup begins on the farm, but the real flavor transformation happens after harvest through coffee processing. The processing method is very important as it can dramatically affect the aromas, acidity, body, and quality of the drink. Even if the coffee cherry was grown at perfect conditions and picked at … Read more
The Honey Coffee Process is an innovative new way to process coffee beans. It is only been around for about a decade but has gained massive popularity in recent years. Key Takeaways What is Honey Processed Coffee? Honey-processed coffee is a unique method of processing coffee beans. After harvesting, cherries are de-pulped but not washed … Read more