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Winter Sunshine & First Snow Espresso Blend
This winter espresso blend by FrontStreet Coffee roaster Aaron took over a year to develop, offering a balanced, seasonal profile.
Zambian Coffee Beans: Flavor Profile & Export Trends
Explore Zambian AA coffee’s bold acidity, winey notes, and earthy depth—similar to Kenyan profiles—and learn which regions grow the best beans.
Roasted Yunnan Pu'er Coffee Beans Review
Yunnan Pu'er coffee beans may look uneven raw, but roast well and taste full-bodied. A solid choice for specialty coffee fans.
How Yunnan Kopi Luwak Coffee Is Made
Learn how Yunnan produces Kopi Luwak, from feeding civets ripe beans to processing their feces into rare fermented coffee.
What Is Yunnan Catimor? AA Grade Coffee Bean Images
See close-up photos of AA-grade Yunnan Catimor green coffee beans, grown in Ning’er County. Small, uniform, and typical of Yunnan’s small-bean varieties.
Why Are Coffee Bean Prices Soaring Globally?
Brazil’s drought and rising demand have driven global coffee prices up over 80%. Here’s what it means for your cup.
Indonesia’s Coffee Exports Fall to 2-Year Low
Indonesia’s coffee exports may drop by 14.4 million bags year-on-year due to rising domestic demand and poor harvests from heavy rain.
Third Wave Specialty Coffee Beans from GeeCoffee (Part 1)
Explore GeeCoffee’s approach to third wave specialty coffee, from sourcing and roasting to health benefits and easy home brewing options.
Why Roasting Coffee Beans Twice Is a Bad Idea
Roasting coffee beans in two sessions ruins flavor development. Once interrupted, the Maillard reaction can’t be replicated—ever.
Coffee R2O: Roast-to-Order Specialty Coffee in Burnaby
At Burnaby’s Coffee R2O, you choose the green beans and roast level—then watch your coffee roasted fresh on-site for same-day brewing.
Taiwanese Coffee Shops Where Atmosphere Meets Craft
Explore how a Taiwanese trio blends heirloom spaces, floral gardens, and hand-brewed coffee into unforgettable sensory experiences.
Is Instant Coffee Really 20x Higher in Calories Than Ground Coffee?
Instant coffee often contains far more sugar, fat, and additives than brewed coffee. Here’s what you’re really drinking.
How to Make Classic French Café au Lait with Dark Roast Beans
Learn how to craft the perfect café au lait using dark roast coffee and steamed milk, with tips on ratios, pouring technique, and flavor balance.
Taiwanese Coffee Grown in High Tree Coffee Farm
Visit a Taiwan coffee farm where shade-grown beans thrive in a hillside café offering tastings amid coffee trees and peaceful scenery.
Guizhou Grows Its Own Specialty Coffee Beans
Coffee grown at 2,100 meters in Guizhou’s Weining county is set to hit the market in September. Farmers report yields of 300–400 kg per acre.
What Are Yunnan Small-Grain Coffee Beans?
Yunnan small-grain coffee beans, mostly grown at 1200–1500m altitude, are known for their compact size and clean washed processing. Learn what makes them 'small.'
Papua New Guinea Coffee: Flavor, Facts & Farming
Discover Papua New Guinea’s distinctive washed Arabica coffee, grown at high altitudes with bright acidity and fruity sweetness. Learn its origins and global trade.
Choosing the Right Home Coffee Machine and Making Better Coffee
Explore affordable home coffee machines and tips for brewing better-tasting coffee at home, with recommended grind sizes, temperatures, and equipment.
What Is Carbon Neutral Coffee?
Carbon neutral coffee is certified by climate organizations to offset its emissions. But what does that really mean, and is it worth it?
How to Choose a Hand Coffee Grinder and Roaster
Yes, hand grinders let you adjust grind size, but they require effort. We break down the best budget models, how to use them, and why electric roasters aren’t worth it for home use.