Even till this day, when internet is doing billions dollars of business, there are many folks that are skimpish when it comes to shopping online. One of the most frequent questions I was asked is: it is safe to buy coffee maker online?There are hundreds, if not thousands of online coffee store, selling things from coffee makers, flavored coffee, green coffee to their own roasted coffee and some have been around as long as the internet. Should...more
One of the most popular coffees in the world is Kona coffee. If you have never tasted it, you'll be surprised to find out that even non-coffees drinkers find Kona coffee delightful. Hailing from the Big Island of Hawaii, it was brought there in the nineteenth century by Brazillian explorers. Today, you can find hundreds of small coffee farms in Hawaii that grow this glorious bean. In fact, it is so popular, there are even different types of Kona...more
Usually bulk coffee is available on the internet at a severe discount. However, you should always keep in mind that your shipping costs may outweigh any discount you receive because of the bulk order. The beans are typically shipped in 5 to 25 pound bags. And often overlooked factor when deciding who to buy your coffee from online is the location of the shipper. The closer the shipper is, the less your delivery costs will be and the more fresh your beans will be.A simple search on Google will reveal that there are tons of bulk coffee programs online. If you are a true coffee drinker, you will want to join an auto ship plan that ships a certain amount of coffee each month. Each company differs in the amount they will ship on these programs, so be sure to check with them before you order. Because they are roasted in house, most house blends are up for sale. You can expect to see Sumatra, Central American, Kenyan, and South American beans, but before you go ordering tons of coffee beans directly, be sure you test the quality of the coffee in low quantities first. Ideally, you want to keep the quantity down anyway because you want to consume it before it goes stale.Traditionally buying...more
African coffees tend towards the exotic in flavors as compared to the more well know Latin American coffees. These flavors include what's described as fruity and floral with high acidity and medium body. Let's review several of the more popular African coffee growing countries.KenyaThe king of African coffees, washed Arabica Kenya coffee, is...more
Like any avid, high strung coffee lover, I am always looking to enjoy my coffee with a kick by putting it through an espresso machine. Because there are so many choices, it can quickly become overwhelming when it comes time to purchase one. Here are the basics of choosing and purchasing an espresso machine.You can break up an espresso machine into...more
For most of us, the freshly brewed smell of coffee is the morning wake up call. Morning coffee is more than a morning ritual. It is a time to relax and enjoy exotic flavors while buried in the day's newspapers. With so many different flavors of coffee, it is not possible to figure out which are the better ones. It is also a subjective matter as individual tastes differ. You should experiment with different varieties to see what appeals most to your taste buds. After extensive research market analysts have arrived at the following as some of the most popular coffee flavors: .Medical experts would say water is definitely better for your health than soda. There is vitamin water available that are no more than bottled water with coloring, vitamins and flavor. Instead of buying this type of ready-made flavored water, you can exercise your imagination and add many things to water at home to make water more enjoyable to drink. Most of us are aware of the term electrolytes used for marketing for energy drinks. Please note that electrolytes are just ions that are found in common table salt. Adding a little bit of salt to water helps your body absorb the liquid more quickly. As long as you...more
Everyone loves gourmet coffee. If you are a coffee lover, chances are you love gourmet coffee. Even if you do not drink it regularly for some reason, you probably love the taste more than anything in the world, and rightfully so. Here are a few tips...more
There are many opinions about organic coffee beans. The reason there are so many opinions is because there are many reasons you would want to buy organic. There is a major shift nationally to go to all organic products and coffee is no different....more
The following general rules apply to all brewing methods.To get the best tasting drink, you should start with a ratio of two tablespoons of ground coffee per 6 ounces of water and adjust to your taste. Use the best possible water available. Tap water...more
There are two basic types of coffee trees: Arabicas and Robustas. Robustas are hardy, high-yielding trees that grow at lower elevations in the tropics. They yield low-quality coffee with a harsh astringent taste, so Robustas are generally blended...more
Caffeine is a mild natural stimulant that is found in many plant species. Its function in the plant is to serve as a natural pesticide for certain insects that are enemies of the plant. As far as human consumption is concerned, caffeine has many...more
I love coffee; this could be the title of the next best seller for all the employees. Hours spent waiting for the beloved coffee-break, to relax and collect energy again. There are a lot of legends and curiosities on the creation of this miraculous...more