Latte Art – you’ve seen it. Would you like to learn how to make it? “When steaming milk for espresso, milk frothing techniques are performed to create a smooth and sweet milk that can be poured into heart and flower patterns.”     Read more at:http://www.coffeeresearch.org/espresso/milktexture.htm  

A lot of work goes into processing and producing coffee beans. Take a peek into this little slice of coffee processing, from pulping to drying. “Overripe coffee cherries, undeveloped coffee cherries, sticks and leaves float in water.  Ripe coffee beans and green coffee cherries are dense and sink.  Therefore, the first step in coffee production consists of separating the “floaters” from the …

Roasting is so important to how your coffee tastes, and yet most know so little about it. Now’s the time to remedy that! “There are many factors affecting the flavor of your coffee. Naturally, the origin of the bean and the care with which it has been treated will affect the coffee in your cup, and so will the color …

Everyone has an opinion, but we of all the “golden rules” of coffee listed in this article we heartily agree with #1 – For a good cup of coffee, get your coffee from a professional roaster! “Making a good cup of coffee at home is not a complicated thing. In fact, you only need to remember a few fundamental rules …

What happens to coffee farmers between harvests? How can you support these coffee farmers who are vital to bringing delicious coffee into your life? Read on! “Imagine picking ripe coffee cherries, making money based on how much you pick, as your family income. Then, as soon Harvest season is over, you have no idea how you will put food on …

What are the most popular brewed coffee drinks? Find out! “Brewed Coffee is ground coffee brewed over water. The below Top 5 Coffee Drinks are different representations of that basic coffee drink recipe. These are the Top 5 Coffee Drinks prepared at home and in coffee shops.”    

Separate the facts from the myths when it comes to coffee consumption for moms – how does it impact fertility and pregnancy? Find out! “The good news is that if you are a diehard coffee addict, you may not have to give up your cup of Joe altogether when welcoming your little one into the world. But with the vast …

As this article states, the “most sensitive ingredient” in your coffee is the farmer. “Coffee farming is where coffee begins its journey. Coffee growing is where the quality of the coffee begins and where it is really decided. Anything that takes place after coffee farmers is only helping to preserve the flavor that was cultivated during the coffee growing.”   Read …

There is a lot of debate about how best to keep your coffee fresh. This site has some quick tips for you! “Many people have their 1lb coffee bag ground when they buy it at the store. It’s understandable. It is an accurate grind and easier. But how long is the coffee good once it’s ground? How long is it …

Did you know coffee was declared illegal 3 times by 3 different cultures? Learn more about that and other interesting coffee facts. “Contrary to popular belief light roast coffee actually has more caffeine than dark roast coffee. The reason for this is that the longer coffee is roasted the more caffeine cooked out of the bean. I think of it like …