Specialty Coffee Beans
Latest articles, industry insights and brewing guides
How Coffee Beans Are Graded Internationally
Discover how coffee-growing countries classify green beans by size, defects, altitude, and shape — with exact standards from Kenya to Colombia.
How Milk Foam Affects Latte Art: Common Mistakes & Fixes
Learn why your latte art fails and how to fix common milk foam mistakes. Improve your steaming technique for better cappuccino and latte results.
Understanding the Golden Cup Standard for Coffee Extraction
Learn the ideal coffee extraction rate (18–22%) and concentration (1.15–1.35%) for balanced flavor, and how to adjust grind, time, and brew ratio.
How a 35mm-Themed Cafe Blends Coffee and Photography
Explore a photography-themed café inspired by the 35mm lens, known for its natural perspective, and discover how it creates a cozy space for community and connection.
How to Make Coffee with a Siphon (Vacuum) Pot for the First Time
Learn how to brew your first cup of coffee using a siphon (vacuum) pot, with step-by-step instructions and tips for beginners.
How to Brew Coffee to Taste Best: The Golden Cup Standard
Learn the ideal coffee brew ratio and extraction range backed by SCAA research for the most balanced and flavorful cup.
What Determines Coffee Flavor? A 3-Week Barista Training Breakdown
Learn how bean quality, roast level, and extraction technique shape your cup—plus how 3 weeks of barista training sharpens your skills.
How to Find the Best Roast Profile for Specialty Coffee Beans
Learn how small changes in roast time and temperature affect flavor, and how to identify the ideal roast level through sound and color.
Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee: What Makes It So Special?
Learn why Jamaica Blue Mountain coffee is rare, expensive, and sought after — from its limited production to elite Japanese demand.
Coffee Drinking Etiquette: 8 Rules You Should Know
Learn the 8 key rules of proper coffee etiquette, from avoiding noise to not using a spoon to drink. Essential for social settings.
How Malaysia’s Specialty Coffee Scene Is Evolving
Malaysia’s third-wave coffee movement is growing fast, driven by passionate independents—not big chains. Discover how Kuala Lumpur, Penang, and Johor Bahru are reshaping local tastes.
Global Coffee Bean Price Trends Explained
Learn why global coffee bean prices may surge soon due to climate issues—but won’t rise much in 2024 thanks to futures contracts.
Caffeine in Coffee: Health Facts and Myths
Learn how much caffeine is safe, how it affects your body, and why decaf isn’t the same — backed by science.
Yunnan Coffee Industry Growth and Future Trends
Yunnan’s coffee output dropped over 40% in 2014 due to drought, frost, and price drops. Learn how the region is adapting and what’s next.
How Coffee Grounds Are Turned Into Shampoo and Clothing
Yes, coffee grounds can be recycled into shampoo and fabric. Taiwanese companies now make eco-friendly shampoo from spent coffee and supply coffee yarn to global brands.
Brazil Drought Pushes Coffee Bean Prices Up Over 80%
Brazil’s ongoing drought has sharply reduced coffee yield forecasts, driving global Arabica and Robusta prices up more than 80% since March.
Essential Coffee Knowledge Every Shop Owner Should Know
Discover the origins of coffee, Nordic roasting techniques, and top-rated machines—key insights for any serious coffee business owner.
Yunnan Builds Coffee Quality Traceability System
Yunnan coffee farms are getting digital IDs to track origin, altitude, and processing—key steps toward specialty-grade traceability by 2014.
How Suzhou Became a Major Exporter of Coffee Mate Products
In 2013, Suzhou exported $510 million in agricultural products, led by Premier coffee whitener maker with global-scale production capacity.
How Coffee Boosts Memory: What Science Found
A 2014 study found 200mg of caffeine improves long-term memory for 24 hours—here’s how it works and what that means for your daily cup.