The Science Behind Extraction Time in Coffee Brewing
Extraction time — the duration water remains in contact with ground coffee — is one of the most decisive variables […]
Preparation Methods & Recipes
History & Culture of Coffee
How Coffee Spread Across Europe and Changed Social Life
When coffee first arrived on European shores in the early seventeenth century, it entered a continent dominated by alcohol. Beer
Curiosities & Caffeinated Lifestyle
Why Coffee Breaks Improve Workplace Productivity
In many workplaces, the coffee break occupies an ambiguous position. It is simultaneously encouraged and subtly scrutinized — welcomed as
Types, Grains and Varieties
Understanding Coffee Roast Profiles: Light, Medium, and Dark Explained
The roasting process is where green coffee beans are transformed into the aromatic, flavorful seeds we grind and brew each
Preparation Methods & Recipes
Brew Ratios Explained: How Coffee-to-Water Proportion Impacts Flavor
Of all the variables that determine the quality of a brewed cup of coffee — grind size, water temperature, contact
Types, Grains and Varieties
Heirloom Coffee Varieties: What Makes Them Unique?
In the world of specialty coffee, few terms carry as much mystique — or as much ambiguity — as “heirloom.”
Curiosities & Caffeinated Lifestyle
Why the Smell of Coffee Affects Mood and Productivity
Most discussions about the effects of coffee focus on caffeine — its stimulant properties, its half-life in the body, its
Preparation Methods & Recipes
Pre-Infusion in Coffee Brewing: What It Is and Why It Matters
In the pursuit of better coffee, many brewers focus on the obvious variables — beans, water, temperature, grind size, ratio.
Curiosities & Caffeinated Lifestyle
Coffee Traditions Around the World: Rituals and Cultural Meaning
Coffee is far more than a caffeinated beverage. In cultures spanning every inhabited continent, it has become embedded in social
Consumer Guide & World of Coffee
What Makes Specialty Coffee Different From Commercial Coffee?
The term “specialty coffee” has become nearly ubiquitous in recent years. It appears on café menus, retail packaging, and marketing