Coffee Bean
Latest articles, industry insights and brewing guides
Bourbon Coffee Variety: Flavor, Yield & Origins
Learn how Bourbon coffee compares to Typica, why it thrives at high altitudes, and what makes certain mutations like Yellow or Red Bourbon unique.
Brazil’s Coffee Industry: Regions, Production & Trade
Learn how Brazil became the world’s top coffee producer, its key regions, and how it shapes global trade — with key data and historical context.
16 Single-Origin Coffee Beans by Country Explained
Explore 16 specialty coffee beans from around the world, detailing taste profiles, origins, processing methods, and country-specific flavor notes.
How to Store Coffee Beans for Freshness
Learn the best way to store opened and unopened coffee beans to preserve flavor, including ideal temperature, humidity, and container tips.
KRUPS EA9010 Makes 17 Coffee Varieties with One Touch
The KRUPS EA9010 coffee machine brews 17 coffee styles at the touch of a button, with memory for up to 8 users' personalized drinks.
How to Make Taiwanese Sea Salt Coffee with Milk Foam
Taiwanese sea salt coffee is a twist on cappuccino with salted foam. Learn the exact method and flavor sequence for this layered drink.
World Coffee Beans: Top Origins and Varieties Explained
Explore major global coffee origins and famous beans like Kenya AA, Jamaica Blue Mountain, and Ethiopian Yirgacheffe.
How Many Types of Coffee Beans Are There?
There are mainly two types of coffee grown worldwide: Arabica and Robusta. Arabica makes up 75% of global production, while Robusta accounts for 25%.
How to Choose the Right Coffee Beans
Learn how to select quality coffee beans based on flavor, origin, and roast level, with insights from traditional coffee origin stories.
How a Coffee Cherry Becomes a Specialty Bean
Not all red coffee cherries become specialty beans. Learn what steps—ripeness, processing, and handling—determine if a cherry becomes a great cup.
How Are Coffee Beans Classified? What Makes a Good Bean?
Coffee beans vary by size, shape, and processing. Learn how beans like peaberries form, why some are prized, and what defines high-quality coffee.
How to Wash and Process Raw Coffee Beans
Learn the key steps in washing and processing green coffee beans, including fermentation, drying, and polishing for washed, natural, and honey methods.
Best Taobao Stores for Buying Specialty Coffee Beans
Discover the top-rated Taobao stores for sourcing specialty coffee beans, from consistent roasts to rare Japanese-style lots.
How to Store Freshly Ground Coffee Properly
Keep your freshly ground coffee fresh longer by storing it in an airtight container in a cool, dry place — and never in the fridge.
How to Tell Good Coffee from Bad Coffee
Learn what makes a great cup of coffee by understanding origin, freshness, and flavor profiles. Avoid common misconceptions.
How to Choose and Store Quality Coffee Beans
Learn how to pick the best coffee beans by roast level, freshness, and aroma, plus tips for proper storage to preserve flavor.
Costa Rica Tarrazu Coffee Varieties and Flavor Profile
Explore Tarrazu's high-altitude SHB coffee with bright acidity and floral aroma. Learn why this Costa Rican region produces some of the world’s best specialty beans.
Costa Rica Coffee Regions and Flavor Profile
Explore the 8 key coffee regions of Costa Rica, their distinct flavors, and why this Central American nation produces some of the cleanest, brightest coffees in the world.
Where the World’s Best Single-Origin Coffee Beans Are Grown
Discover the top global regions producing premium single-origin coffee beans, from Ethiopia and Colombia to Jamaica and Panama.
What Is Coffee Peaberry and Is It Better?
Peaberry coffee beans occur in 5% or fewer of coffee cherries. Learn what causes them, why they’re rare, and whether they taste better.