Part II: Why Is The Slow Pour Important?
You’ve heard the fuss over pour-over, but still aren’t sure what makes this coffee ritual so special. We last chatted about why the slow pour is important and how the...
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Brew Hack: Homemade Peppermint Tea
It’s chilly out there. What better way to warm up the holidays than with some homemade peppermint tea?
Paper vs. Metal
Some folks ask us what’s the difference between a paper and metal filter when brewing. A lot, actually. From flavor to process, there’s quite a few differences between paper...
Brew Hack: Pomegranate Infused Cold Brew
Fall is upon us – it’s time to indulge in some tastes of the season. Instead of going the traditional route with pumpkin spiced everything, we decided to switch...
What is a Coffee Bloom?
Key takeaways A coffee bloom is the visible bubbling and expansion of freshly ground coffee when it comes into contact with hot water, caused by the rapid release of carbon...
Why Your Coffee Tastes Bitter
You wake up drowsy eyed, craving warm coffee. You get dressed, gather your things, and prepare a big cup. After much anticipation (because you read our article on circadian...
The Ultimate Coffee Grind Size Chart & Guide
Different brew methods call for particular grind sizes. Although personal taste affects how coarse or fine you grind your beans, there are some basic guidelines. We’ve snapped photos of five...
Failing Through Kickstarter Prototypes
Making products is difficult. Making coffee and tea products we think bring something new to the table is even more difficult.
SCAA Recap: Cool Products
This past April, with our homemade trade show booth in tow, we journeyed to Seattle for our first SCAA (Specialty Coffee Association of America) event. Here’s our recap of...
