The Kona Gold coffee has been traditionally grown for centuries in small batches with only relying on labor-intensive skill. Kona district is blessed with good quality, volcanic soils, raised ground, ideal temperature and the right amount of rainfall that makes it the perfect environment for planting and growing coffee. The environment in which the coffee is planted is very important as it determines the taste of each coffees characteristics....more
Fundamentally, roasted coffee beans need grinding or milling in order to brew them. Grinding or milling is done to facilitate the brewing process and it is an important aspect as grinders strongly affect the quality of brewing because it needs to be matched with the brewing method used. The finest coffee will be produce with both factors working in perfect harmony.There are two types of coffee grinder and they are either burrs or blades. With...more
Normally grown inland from the southern coast, the Sumatran Coffee production actually began in the 18th century and majority of it is labeled Mandheling or Lintong which basically means the place where it was initially planted and grown. They are different from coffees of Java as they are planted and grown by small landholders or coffee farmers who may only have a few trees on their property and they are normally dry-processed with just semi-washed. The ripe coffee cherries are crushed by hand and spread in the sun to dry for an extended period of time rather than being rinsed in water during the night after they have been harvested. To date, coffees of Sumatra are grown at different places in Sumatra as well other than just Mandheling and Lintong districts. These coffees have low and subtle acidity due to how they are processed. Their bodies are full and buttery, with sweet and pungent almost syrupy and somewhat earthy taste that just lingers on ones tongue. These intensely aromatic and typically smooth-bodied coffees of Sumatra are characterized by their steady flavor and full, sweet-scented aroma. The flavor is normally very concentrated, and each distinctive blend is roasted...more
Coffees come in various characteristics and flavors. While the origin characteristics influence the look, taste and smell of the coffee, the roast degree also influences the end product. In this case, Jamaican Coffee is no different. A coffees flavor category is determined based on the combination of its origin and roast degree. Coffees of Jamaica...more
Coffee was primarily planted in Mexico in the 18th century from Jamaica. The Mexican Coffees are typically simple and are most often than not used as a base for blending. Originated from central to southern regions of the country, the most famous coffee market names consist of Coatepec, Oaxaca Pluma, Chiapas, Veracruz and Tapachula. Their coffee...more
Author: samehtaFlavored Coffee is not a new trend and has been in the market from centuries. Nowadays, you will notice every coffee drinker has favorite coffee flavor in their kitchen. Most of the basic flavored coffees are flavored with sugar, milk or cream. Very few people enjoy their coffee “truly black” because adding sugar or a bit of half can be considered “flavoring” the coffee. Different cultures enjoy different flavors in their coffee. In Africa, Coffee is flavored with salt or butter and western countries would find this flavor distasteful. The whole point is enjoying your coffee the way you want it, flavored or not. New coffee flavors by different flavor drops are:GingerbreadEvery morning, many people in America enjoy this flavor in their coffee. Gingerbread has combined flavors of molasses, ginger and cinnamon. The first time you would have tasted this flavor would be in a coffee shop during winter. This flavor can be enjoyed during hot summer in the form of iced coffee. After tasting it once, people would love to have this flavor again and again. You can enjoy this flavor by preparing gingerbread coffee flavor yourself or by purchasing Capella Gingerbread...more
Almost everyone loves coffee and there are times that these people would want to make the same type of store brewed coffee at home. The problem is that almost every coffee store has claimed that their coffeemakers are the "best" or "unrivaled". It...more
Author: Deandre CastroIf you like iced coffee then I expect as you are probably a serious coffee lover you love the starbucks iced coffee recipe. If you are reading this article then you have tasted and know what iced coffee is and you will certainly...more
Author: Deandre CastroFor millions of people a cup of coffee in the morning is the spark plug to get them started and able to face the battles they may encounter during the day. There are several different types of coffee one can choose from in order...more
Author: samehtaCapella flavor drops were first to introduce flavored drops in the market. By just adding a few drops in your coffee you can get your favorite flavor. Capella flavored drops are free from fats, calories or sweeteners. These drops can...more
Arguably one of the most popular beverages in the world, coffee has earned its nickname of Black Gold. Coffee drinkers worldwide have long enjoyed the caffeinated boost that coffee delivers, but over the years, more discerning tastes have prompted...more
Rare is the person who does not enjoy a good cup of coffee. While a hot mug of java taken black is the magic formula that starts the day for some, others prefer the subtle complexities of flavored coffee. The added dimensions of nuts, chocolate and...more