Coffee Culture
Latest articles, industry insights and brewing guides
What Are Elephant Beans and Why Were They Once Royal?
Elephant beans—aka Maragogype—are the largest coffee beans, up to 3x bigger than normal. Find out where they grow best and how they taste.
Salvadoran Hot Spring Process Coffee Explained
Discover how Santa Teresa Estate in El Salvador uses geothermal spring water at 32–34°C to create a uniquely sweet and smooth washed coffee.
Celebes Tongkonan: Indonesia’s Ultra-Rare Coffee Bean
Celebes Tongkonan is a scarce, high-end Indonesian coffee from Toraja, produced in fewer than 1,000 1.5kg sacks annually.
How to Use Instant Coffee Creatively Beyond the Mug
Turn instant coffee into ice cream coffee and coffee jelly with simple steps. Learn practical uses for instant coffee beyond your morning cup.
How 2012’s Nestlé Coffee In Music Season Inspired Young Voices
In 2012, Nestlé Coffee’s In Music Season toured 14 cities and 20 campuses, blending live performances with coffee to help students express themselves through music.
Key Coffee Tasting Terms Explained for Specialty Coffee Drinkers
Learn essential coffee flavor and texture terms like acidity, body, balance, and clean—plus how roast level affects sourness and bitterness.
Major Coffee Bean Varieties Explained
Explore the defining traits of 9 classic coffee bean types, from Jamaica Blue Mountain to Japanese charcoal-roasted blends.
The Forgotten History of Suriname Coffee
Suriname was South America’s first coffee producer, introduced in the 1700s—but today it no longer grows coffee. Here’s what happened.
The Lost Coffee of Guadeloupe: What Happened?
Once a major Caribbean coffee producer, Guadeloupe grew over a million trees in 1789. Today, just 150 hectares remain in cultivation.
The Origins of Coffee in Martinique, Once a Key Caribbean Producer
Learn how Martinique became the birthplace of coffee in the Western Hemisphere—and why it no longer grows any today.
The History and Flavor of Philippine Coffee
Philippine coffee was once a top global exporter—here’s how it rebounded, what varieties it grows, and how to roast it best.
The Story of Bolivian Coffee: Origins, Flavor & Market
Learn where Bolivian coffee comes from, how it’s traditionally roasted, and why its market presence has historically been limited.
What Makes Salvadoran Coffee So Balanced?
Discover why Salvadoran coffee offers such balanced flavor, from its elevation grades to rare varieties like Pacamara.
The History and Science Behind Instant Coffee
Instant coffee was invented in 1901 and refined through spray and freeze drying. Here’s how it evolved, why it tastes different, and how to improve it.
Starbucks Expands Beyond Coffee in Changsha
Starbucks is opening a premium juice chain and a Tazo tea house in Changsha as part of its non-coffee diversification strategy.
Office Coffee Culture: Rituals, Realities, and Ritual Brewing
Explore how free office coffee builds company culture, fosters gossip, and becomes an outlet for stress relief in corporate environments.
How to Clean and Maintain Your Home Coffee Machine
Keep your home coffee machine tasting great with expert advice on descaling, filter cleaning, and routine care for long-term performance.
The Forgotten Coffee of Sudan’s South
Sudan’s southern coffee once fed enslaved people—and fueled Yemen’s trade. Learn about its unique history, flavor, and why it nearly vanished.
Ecuadorian Coffee: Flavor Profile & Origins
Ecuadorian coffee, especially from the Chanchamgo Valley, offers balanced acidity and floral aromas. Best roasted medium to dark for blends.
Nicaraguan Coffee: Origins, Flavors, and Market Shifts
Explore how political history shaped Nicaraguan coffee, why certain regions excel, and how to roast these beans for best results.