Coffee Bean
Latest articles, industry insights and brewing guides
How Coffee Beans Are Graded by Size and Altitude
Coffee beans are graded by screen size (8 to 29+) and altitude (from 2000m to over 4500m). Learn how size and elevation define quality and value.
The 10 Types of Coffee Defect Beans Explained
Discover the 10 most common types of defective coffee beans and how they impact flavor, roastability, and cup quality in specialty coffee.
10 Key Factors When Selecting Green Coffee Beans
Learn the 10 essential elements to inspect when buying green coffee beans, from size consistency to drying flaws, to ensure quality roast potential.
What Types of Brazilian Coffee Beans Exist?
Brazil produces a wide range of coffee types, including natural, pulped natural, and washed. Over 98% comes from just four states, mainly as unwashed sun-dried beans.
What Is Ethiopian Mocha Coffee? Flavour, Roast & Brewing Guide
Explore Ethiopia’s famed Mocha coffee: small beans, washed process, City roast, sweet-fruity acidity & winey notes. Best as single origin or blend.
How to Evaluate Raw Coffee Beans Visually and By Smell
Learn what makes a high-quality green coffee bean: color, shape, freshness, and scent. See what to avoid and how pros assess green beans.
What Makes Kenyan AA Coffee So Special?
Kenyan AA coffee is prized for its bright acidity, rich fruit flavors, and balanced profile, grown at high altitudes and processed with precision.
How Are Raw Coffee Beans Washed? 4 Processing Methods
Explore the four main ways green coffee beans are cleaned and processed, including washed, natural, honey, and semi-washed methods.
What Makes Honduran Coffee Beans Unique?
Honduran coffee offers delicate floral and fruity notes, balanced acidity, and a smooth body—ideal for both beginners and Specialty Coffee fans.
Flores Coffee: Indonesia’s Hidden Single-Origin Gem
Flores Island in Indonesia produces limited quantities of high-quality Arabica coffee known for its caramel sweetness and velvety body.
Six Ethiopian Coffee Origins Explained
Learn the distinct profiles of six Ethiopian coffee regions including Yirgacheffe, Sidamo, and Harar, with production volumes and processing methods.
How to Identify Authentic Kopi Luwak Coffee
Learn how to spot real kopi luwak by examining green beans—especially those still in their parchment—with distinct color and texture cues.
How to Roast, Grind, and Brew Brazilian Coffee at Home
Learn how to roast, grind, and brew Brazilian coffee for the best flavor—covering freshness, grind size, and brewing methods like drip, French press, and espresso.
Popular Specialty Coffee Types Explained
Explore 20+ globally loved specialty coffees, from Jamaica Blue Mountain to Brazilian Santos, with roast tips and flavor profiles.
How Roast Level Affects Acidity in Coffee
Find out how roast levels impact the acids in coffee and whether coffee is really acidic. Key acids, PH values, and what it means for your cup.
How to Store Coffee Beans: Carbon Dioxide & Oxygen Control
Learn how to preserve freshness by using upright containers, avoiding fridge condensation, and managing CO₂ to slow oxidation.
How to Store Roasted Coffee Beans Properly
Learn the best ways to store roasted coffee beans to preserve freshness, aroma, and flavor for as long as possible.
How to Buy Coffee Beans: Freshness and Preferences Matter
Learn how to choose fresh coffee beans, specify roast levels, grind size, and where to shop for the best quality beans.
How Long Do Coffee Beans Really Last?
Discover how long whole and ground coffee beans stay fresh, how to store them properly, and how to tell if they’ve gone bad.
How to Identify High-Quality Coffee Beans at Every Stage
Learn how to spot quality coffee beans by listening while grinding, observing color and clarity, and assessing aroma and flavor during extraction.