Is More Expensive Coffee Always Better?
As the inflation rate continues to creep upward, many of us are taking a closer look at our monthly expenses and wondering where we can cut back. A coffee subscription…
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Why the Same Beans Taste Better at the Café
Every one of us has been here before: We enjoy a revelatory cup of coffee (or coffee drink) at a café, so we buy a bag of their beans on…
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What to Order at a New Coffee Shop (Or a Coffee Bar) When You Don’t Know the Menu
Don’t worry, it’s not just you. A coffee menu is intimidating to just about everyone who doesn’t have barista listed somewhere on their CV. Yes, even seasoned coffee drinkers. That’s…
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What ‘Light, Medium, and Dark Roast’ Actually Mean for Flavor
It’s easy to drink coffee every day and still feel mystified by so much of coffee culture. Not actually knowing what’s meant by a light, medium, or dark roast is…
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Single Origin vs. Blends: Which Should You Choose?
In recent blog posts, we’ve done a deep dive into the different kinds of coffee roasts and discussed how tasting notes are computed. Another key piece of information when shopping…
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How Much Coffee Should You Actually Use? A No-Scale Guide
Coffee-making, for you, is a ritual. Your burr grinder is set to grind exactly the amount you need at the precise level you prefer. You heat your water—which is cold…
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Will the Middle East Conflicts Affect Coffee Prices?
The gas pump was the first place many of us directly felt the effects of the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, which began in earnest on February 28 when…
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Make Your Own Cold Brew and Save a Few Bucks
Gas prices, right? If you’re trying to figure out how you can tighten up your weekly budget, consider making your daily cold brew at home until this all blows over….
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Curious About Decaf Coffee? You’re Not Alone.
The act of brewing coffee, or even buying a cup, has been described as habitual. And these habits often lead to loyalty. This is how a coffee drinker can become…
