Table of Contents
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Light Roast vs. Medium Roast - Coffee Roasting Explained
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What Is A Coffee Roaster? Wholesale, Subscriptions & Coffee Roasting Explained
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Ground Coffee vs. Instant Coffee: What Are The Main Differences?
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Espresso Explained: What's The Difference Between Espresso And Filter Coffee?
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Coffee Tasting Guide – Top 10 FAQs Answered
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Coffee Tasting Terms Explained — How To Taste Coffee Like A Professional
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A Visit from the Producers of El Vergel - What We Learnt
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Coffee Traceability: What Is It and Why Does It Matter?
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The Cost of Coffee - What’s Behind the Rise in Coffee Prices?
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Natural? Washed? Honey? Coffee Processing Methods Explained
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How Do Colombia’s High Altitudes Affect Coffee Flavour?
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Specialty vs. Commodity Coffee: What's the Difference?
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Coffee Tasting Experiences - What to Expect During Your First Cupping Session
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Decaf Coffee Beans - How Is Coffee Decaffeinated?
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The Coffee Supply Chain - How Does It Work?
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The Impact of Colombian Coffee Cooperatives on the Specialty Coffee Industry
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How to Buy Specialty Coffee Beans - A Beginner’s Guide
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Arabica Coffee Beans - Why the World Loves Coffee Arabica
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The Colombian Coffee Triangle - The Past and Future of Colombia’s Most Famous Coffee Producing Region
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Single Origin vs. Blends - What’s the Difference?
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What Is Third Wave Coffee? A Practical Definition
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Colombian Coffee Beans - What Makes Them So Special?
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Understanding Different Coffee Roasts - A Beginner’s Guide
Jim Kersey
How Is Climate Change Impacting the World of Coffee?
While local adaptation and agricultural innovation is helping some to mitigate the effects of climate change, several studies carried out over the last decade predict we’re looking at a drop of up to 50% of total landmass suitable for coffee production by 2050.
Bethany Lees
Innovation in the Coffee Industry: The Koji Method
We’re invigorated by experimental coffee processing techniques, which is why we're so excited about Koji, our new bean.
Bethany Lees
What Is Natural Coffee Processing And How Does It Impact Your Coffee?
We dive into the natural processing method, and see how it weighs up against the washed and honey processes.
Bethany Lees
Our Visit To Colombia: Meeting Coffee Farmers And Discovering New Coffee Beans
Last month we travelled through Colombia. Our aim was to visit as many coffee growers and farms as possible in just a few weeks. Here's what we learnt...
Bethany Lees
Coffee Freshness - How Fresh Is Too Fresh?
We’ll walk you through why coffee freshness is so important, as well as some top tips on how to preserve the freshness of your coffee.
Jim Kersey
Coffee Subscriptions – Coffee Clubs, Bean Boxes and In-Shop Subscriptions Explained
The UK coffee subscription landscape is incredible. Many of the nation’s most established coffee roasters have doubled down on their online subscription models since the pandemic, while a huge number of new and digital-first brands have also entered the market.
Bethany Lees
Is Whole Bean Better Than Pre-Ground Coffee?
The vast majority of supermarkets and specialty coffee roasters offer both whole beans and pre-ground coffee. But which is the better choice?
Jim Kersey
Coffee Origins – How Does Location Affect Flavour?
Factors ranging from climate and altitude to the way local farmers process their beans have an impact on flavour. We explore how coffee origins influence coffee profiles from different countries.
Bethany Lees
5 Reasons To Visit A Coffee Roastery
A coffee roastery is one of the most exciting places to be if you’re a coffee lover or interested in how the process works. However, there are still misconceptions about what a coffee roastery is and how it relates to the other parts of the global coffee supply chain.
Bethany Lees
The Beginner's Guide To Different Coffee Types
There are so many different types of coffee out there, from Espresso-based drinks to fancy pour overs like the Chemex and V60. We’ve put together a beginner’s guide to different coffee types to make it easier for you.
Bethany Lees
Light Roast vs. Medium Roast - Coffee Roasting Explained
We see ‘light roast’ or ‘medium roast’ on countless packets of coffee, but what do they mean? How does roasting affect colour, flavour, aroma, and brewing method?
Jim Kersey
What Is A Coffee Roaster? Wholesale, Subscriptions & Coffee Roasting Explained
The majority of coffee shops around the world buy their beans from a wholesale roasting company. But what is a coffee roaster? We explore!
Bethany Lees
Ground Coffee vs. Instant Coffee: What Are The Main Differences?
If you’re looking to brush up on your coffee knowledge or want to make the change from instant coffee to ground coffee, then you’re in the right place. In this post we explore the many differences between ground coffee and instant coffee, including the type of beans typically used for each, caffeine content, shelf life, taste, and the way these coffees are brewed.
Bethany Lees
Espresso Explained: What's The Difference Between Espresso And Filter Coffee?
What makes an espresso different to filter coffee? Many factors ranging from the size of the drink, the caffeine content, the taste, and even the aroma all play a part. But most importantly, these coffees differ due to the way they are made.
Jim Kersey
Coffee Tasting Guide – Top 10 FAQs Answered
There’s a strict protocol to follow if you are coffee cupping, but the general act of coffee tasting can take many forms. Here’s our coffee tasting guide for beginners.
Bethany Lees
Coffee Tasting Terms Explained — How To Taste Coffee Like A Professional
Whether you’ve got a coffee cupping session coming up, or you just want to learn how to appreciate your morning coffee more, it’s never a bad idea to brush up on your knowledge of coffee tasting terms.
Jim Kersey
A Visit from the Producers of El Vergel - What We Learnt
From challenges faced by climate change to why they choose to grow specialty coffee over commodity coffee, here’s what we learnt when we interviewed the Tolima-based producers of our popular El Vergel coffee.
Bethany Lees
Coffee Traceability: What Is It and Why Does It Matter?
The desire for traceability in the specialty coffee industry is growing, with more interest than ever in where coffee comes from, who grows it, and how it gets from farm to cup.
Jim Kersey
The Cost of Coffee - What’s Behind the Rise in Coffee Prices?
The cost of a simple cup or bag of coffee is connected to so many of the world’s most critical issues, ranging from the climate crisis to the global pandemic. We explore what’s really behind the rise in coffee prices.
Jim Kersey
Natural? Washed? Honey? Coffee Processing Methods Explained
Although you don’t need to know the difference between natural, washed or honey processed coffees to enjoy them, cafes, roasters and specialty coffee retailers are increasingly using these terms as selling points for their beans.
Jim Kersey
How Do Colombia’s High Altitudes Affect Coffee Flavour?
Coffee beans grown at higher altitudes tend to produce coffees that are more complex, rich and distinct due to the cooler temperatures that extend the growth time of the coffee plant, adding more depth in flavour.
Bethany Lees
Specialty vs. Commodity Coffee: What's the Difference?
There's never been so much interest in specialty coffee as there is now. A growing number of coffee shops and roasters define themselves by their commitment to specialty coffee, and, in a way, their opposition to 'commodity coffee'.
Jim Kersey
Coffee Tasting Experiences - What to Expect During Your First Cupping Session
Anyone can taste coffee but 'cupping' refers to the standardised process of evaluating coffees used by the coffee industry. We explore what you need to know before your first tasting (or cupping) experience.
Jim Kersey
Decaf Coffee Beans - How Is Coffee Decaffeinated?
We shed light on what decaf is and how exactly coffee is decaffeinated using methods like the sugar cane decaf process so you can make a more informed decision when choosing your next bag of Colombian decaf coffee beans.
Jim Kersey
The Coffee Supply Chain - How Does It Work?
Whatever your connection is to the world of specialty coffee, we’re all at the mercy of the coffee supply chain. And knowing a little more about how it works (and the threats that it faces) can help you understand just how appreciative we should all be of great coffee when it’s available to us.
Jim Kersey
The Impact of Colombian Coffee Cooperatives on the Specialty Coffee Industry
While the coop system isn’t perfect, it’s played a crucial role in developing the Colombia's specialty coffee market and allowing smallholders to band together and promote the attractiveness of their beans. Learn more!
Jim Kersey
How to Buy Specialty Coffee Beans - A Beginner’s Guide
Learn how to start buying better specialty coffee with our beginner’s guide. We discuss roast dates, flavours (notes), supermarkets, descriptions on coffee packets, and provide a simple checklist for when you’re in a fix.
Jim Kersey
Arabica Coffee Beans - Why the World Loves Coffee Arabica
Arabica coffee beans offer a smoother, sweeter taste than Robusta. And despite being harder to grow, are widely considered to be the superior bean in the world of specialty coffee.
Jim Kersey
The Colombian Coffee Triangle - The Past and Future of Colombia’s Most Famous Coffee Producing Region
Nearly a third of Colombia’s coffee growing happens within the “Colombian Coffee Triangle” and its major cities are strongholds for a century-old tradition of coffee farming. Learn more.
Jim Kersey
Single Origin vs. Blends - What’s the Difference?
Should you buy single origin beans or coffee blends? We explore what sets these bean types apart and what you should look for when buying your next bag of Colombian coffee beans.
Jim Kersey
What Is Third Wave Coffee? A Practical Definition
Third wave coffee means different things to different people. We explore what it means and whether it still has relevance today in the world of specialty coffee.
Jim Kersey
Colombian Coffee Beans - What Makes Them So Special?
Colombia is widely known for producing some of the best specialty arabica coffee beans. But what makes single origin Colombian coffee beans so special? We explore how everything from growing conditions and climate to harvesting practices and the Colombian Coffee Growers Federation (FNC) have all played a part.
Jim Kersey
Understanding Different Coffee Roasts - A Beginner’s Guide
We all know coffee roasting matters to the final flavour but the reasons why are unclear for many. Does dark mean bitter? Does light mean fruity? Is medium roast a safe “middle ground”? Learn how different roasts influence coffee flavour.
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