Sunday, August 26, 2007

Cupping - A Sensory Experience


Cupping - A Sensory Experience
If you've tried freshly roasted coffee you probably have a decent idea how palate-pleasing it can be. But, how good is it really?

The History And Main Types Of Coffee
It's a mainstay in many households the world over with a commodity ranking of number two, just behind oil production. But how did the worldwide coffee craze get started and what exactly is the history of the little bean loved the globe over for the coffee it creates?According to legend, the first use of coffee dates back to the 800s when a goat herder named Kaldi discovered his goats had more energy after eating the berries from a specific bush. Kaldi's story takes place in east Africa and is co

Frothing Milk Basics
Frothing is probably the most underappreciated part of coffeehouse culture. After all, without the foam, your cappuccino or latte is just plain espresso.

Coffee Hotspots - An Inventory of Biodiversity
Planet earth is the only GREEN planet of the Solar system that can support life. It is indeed a gem of creation and a magnificent masterpiece of Nature, sustaining millions of life forms.

A Coffee Break with French Vacationers: La Rochelle, France
Crowded outdoor cafés in a genuine historical setting makes La Rochelle a great place to visit. As one of the most popular tourist spots on the Atlantic coast, this costal city is a haven for good coffee in a great atmosphere.

Why a Kona blend coffee over Kona alone?
Kona blend coffee is popular for basically one reason and one reason only.