Kopi luwak, also known as civet coffee or cat-poop coffee, has been made famous by its appearance in the media as well as in Hollywood movies. But what exactly is kopi luwak coffee? Kopi luwak is a coffee drink made from coffee beans that have been eaten and excreted by the Asian palm civet. The…
Coffee ranks as the second most traded commodity on the planet, with producers generating more than nine billion kilograms (19 billion pounds) annually.[1] We’ve put together a list of the world’s top 25 coffee-producing countries producing arabica and robusta coffee beans. There’s been a lot of change in recent years as coffee production increases or…
Here is our guide to the best speciality coffee in North East England. And also roasteries in Newcastle, Gateshead, Sunderland, Middlesbrough, and Durham in the North East of England. Speciality coffee in Newcastle Camber Coffee Located on Market Street just a few minutes from the town centre, Camber Coffee is one of the big hitters…
Cold brew isn’t just an excellent drink to enjoy in summer but a great way to make bitter-free concentrate that will keep for up to a week in the fridge. In this guide, I’m going to show you five recipes and answer all your cold brew questions. How to make cold brew #1: Quick and…
Small and simple changes that you make to your coffee preparation have an incredible effect on your final cup of coffee. We’ve put together a list of 50 different ways to make the best coffee of you life that you can try today. What’s more, we’ve even grouped them into beginner, enthusiast, and expert. Beginner…
The seemingly endless list of coffee drinks found on café menus can be overwhelming. We’ve put together the most comprehensive list of all the different types of coffee-based drinks you’ll find online. We explain in simple terms the differences between the best-loved coffee drinks from around the world, including stunning pictures so you can easily…
Are you looking to avoid the bitterness in coffee? For most people, bitterness is a natural element of coffee, which is why we automatically reach for the sugar. But which coffee is most bitter and why? Darkly roasted coffee is the most bitter due to the break down of chlorogenic acid lactones into phenylindanes during…
No doubt you’ve seen ‘100% Colombian Coffee’ on coffee packet labels at the supermarket. Colombian coffee stands apart in the minds of coffee consumers as something special. But why? What is Colombian coffee exactly? Explore our guide to Colombian coffee and discover its unique qualities, superior Arabica beans, and rich flavors that make it a…
Whilst a lot of people enjoy the bitterness in coffee, for some it’s overpowering. Many enjoy the aroma of freshly brewed coffee but can’t stand the bitter taste. But all coffee is bitter, right? Wrong. Arabica coffee beans make coffee that is less bitter than robusta beans. High-quality arabica coffee that has been roasted light to medium barely…
Many of us have grown up with and enjoyed French press or Italian moka pot coffee. But there’s a new kid on the block: the AeroPress. You’ve heard about it and you think you want one, but should you buy an AeroPress? The AeroPress makes delicious coffee quickly. It’s made from BPA-free plastic meaning it’s…