In this original monograph on Rwandan coffee, you'll find comprehensive information on the history, development, and current status of coffee in Rwanda.

In this original monograph on Guatemalan coffee, you'll find comprehensive information on the history, development, and current status of coffee in Guatemala.

In this original monograph on Burundi coffee, you'll find comprehensive information on the history, development, and current status of coffee in Burundi.

In this original monograph on Colombian coffee, you'll find comprehensive information on the history, development, and current status of coffee in Colombia.

Pink Bourbon is a rare and coveted find. A hybrid of Red and Yellow Bourbon, this varietal stands out in every way, from the striking pink color of its cherries to the extremely sweet and complex f...

In this original monograph on Ethiopian coffee, you'll find comprehensive information on the history, development, and current status of coffee in Ethiopia.

In this original monograph on Colombian coffee, you'll find comprehensive information on the history, development, and current status of coffee in Colombia.

The Epic of Gilgamesh, written around 2500 BC, is the oldest surviving epic tale and one of the earliest examples of literary fiction. In one of its sections, the hero, Gilgamesh, dives into the de...

Cold brew: what it is and how to make it “Give me a sun, I care not how hot, and give me sherbat, I care not how cold, and my paradise will easily be like yours, Persians.” Lord Byron wrote thes...

History of espresso coffee Espresso, arguably the most widely consumed form of coffee among the different types , is like a perfume essence, distilling an entire culture and aroma into a small b...

I recently had the pleasure of meeting Lucía Solís, a fermentation expert deeply involved in the wine industry. Lucía has been working in the specialty coffee industry for the past three years as ...

Coffee is much more than a caffeinated beverage; it's a sensorial explosion, a compendium of science and method, even a refined art. The main ingredient in any type of coffee will always be the fin...

Ground coffee Marco Polo is one of the most famous travelers and merchants, even though his journeys took place in the 13th century. During his many travels, which took him throughout Asia, espe...

The coffee particle size debate Over the past few years, several well-known specialty coffee experts, scientists, and grinder manufacturers have measured and publicly discussed particle size distr...

Water for coffee Water can be a confusing topic. For example, as I've mentioned in "The Professional Barista Handbook" and "Everything but Espresso," "alkalinity" and "alkaline" mean different t...

Coffee beans Imagine you've been entrusted with a message and asked to keep it secret. It's stored in an envelope, and you've been asked to deliver it to a specific person. To do this, you have ...

Specialty coffee. Not all coffees are the same. All coffees are equal, but some coffees are more equal than others. We wanted to start by paraphrasing George Orwell with this quote from his sati...

A French press coffee maker is a total immersion brewing method. No, you don't submerge yourself in the coffee (although sometimes that wouldn't be a bad idea...) but rather, the entire coffee is i...

The origin of a coffee is a crucial element when evaluating its flavor. When we talk about farm-grown coffee, we're referring to the fact that we know not only the country of origin of that coffee,...

Green coffee or roasted coffee? Green coffee has gained popularity as a dietary supplement in recent years. It has a long list of benefits, which we'll explore in this article to see which ones ...

Freeze-dried coffee: when is it an option? If, due to unexpected life circumstances, you one day find yourself facing an emergency and needing coffee, but all you can find is instant coffee… the...

Coffee with milk is one of the most popular drinks. But to make it properly, we need a basic understanding of the theory.

Everything you need to know about the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) In the world of specialty coffee , one name comes up often: the Specialty Coffee Association ( SCA ). For many, the SCA i...

What makes specialty coffees? At first the answer might seem subjective, depending on individual tastes. But we will see that, for a coffee to be truly special, it has to meet a series of cond...

Coffee in summer, a refreshing option Coffee in the summer can be not only stimulating, but also refreshing and delicious. In this post, we'll show you 5 summer coffee recipes that will help you...

Cold coffee Iced coffee is a delicious option for a refreshing and stimulating drink on hot days. But not all cold coffees are created equal. Cold coffee is not the same as chilled coffee. We ...

Specialty coffee is a holistic philosophy based on sourcing the best coffee and treating everyone involved and the planet fairly.

In this original monograph on Colombian coffee, you'll find comprehensive information on the history, development, and current status of coffee in Colombia.

Swiss Water decaffeinated coffee, or water osmosis, is the way to obtain 100% chemical-free specialty decaffeinated coffee.

In a honey-processed coffee, once the cherries are picked, the seeds are pulped, but some of the mucilage is left behind, which is removed once they are dry.

In natural coffee, or dry processing, the coffee seeds (each cherry has two) are left to dry inside the cherry and are pulped once it is dry.

In the washed coffee process, the husk and mucilage are separated from the fruit with a pulper, then the seed is fermented, washed with water and dried.

Quality coffee is like any other product; it requires knowledge, attention, and care throughout the entire chain, from the coffee farmer to the cup. 1. From the seed to the coffee cherry - 2. Coffe...

The traditional Italian coffee maker, also known as a moka pot, greca, or macchinetta, continues to provide excellent service in all our kitchens. Its design never goes out of style, having become ...

We'll explain everything you need to know to froth milk, at home or on the go, so you can create lattes worthy of a professional barista. There are some important guidelines to follow to do it corr...

The benefits of coffee—or its potential harms—are a common conversation among coffee lovers. And everyone has their own opinion. With this article, we want to give you the science-based arguments s...

The origin of coffee: a history and legend dating back more than 2,500 years The philosopher's stone, the magnum opus of the alchemists, the legendary substance that everyone sought, capable of tu...

Documentaries are an excellent way to educate ourselves in an entertaining way. They offer us a glimpse into worlds we wouldn't otherwise know. They can tell great stories in a real way, without sa...

Coffee and cinema: a passionate relationship It is well known among film people that cameras are capricious, there are things they like and things they don't. For example, a camera likes it wh...

Anaerobic fermentation of coffee Did you know that your muscles ferment? Well, maybe they should. When you exercise so intensely (that you feel sore the next day), your muscles produce lactic aci...