Agroforestry and other regenerative agricultural practices are essential to reducing, and hopefully reversing, industrial agriculture’s continued harm to the environment. While far from the only thing you can look for when searching for regeneratively-grown coffees, one indicator of quality is the phrase “shade grown.”
Mention the AeroPress in polite coffee conversation, and you’re sure to hear a flood of opinions on this little brewer. Beloved by some and hated by others, the AeroPress is an inexpensive brewing device designed to quickly make a delicious single cup of coffee with ease. If you’re looking for a simple yet highly versatile way to experiment with your coffee brewing skills, the AeroPress is a worthy investment. And, at only $40, it’s a pretty inexpensive one, too.
Imagine: it’s a bright, cozy morning in Yosemite. You’ve just woken up to the sounds of nature--the chittering wildlife, the gentle streams in the distance--and you emerge from your tent, ready to start the day with a piping-hot cup of coffee. Traveling makes brewing coffee a lot more complicated than prepping your pour-over station at home.
So, you’ve mastered the art of espresso. You’re slinging shots faster than you can say “cappuccino.” Now, it’s time to upgrade your home barista skills: it’s time to steam some milk! This has always been my favorite part of being a barista. The sound is essential to the café experience, and the feeling of nailing the perfect milk texture for latte art is one that can’t be beat. If you’re looking to learn and one day master this skill at home, you’ve come to the right place.
About 62% of Americans have at least one cup per day, while the average American coffee drinker has on average just over 3 cups per day. That’s a lot of coffee, and especially if you find yourself reaching for espresso-based beverages like cappuccinos and lattes, it can be an expensive habit. Fortunately, it’s easier than ever to make excellent espresso at home thanks to the rise in affordable home espresso machines.
Whether you’re buying coffee for yourself or a friend, it can be overwhelming trying to pick the right one. Coffee labels are a treasure trove of information as long as you know how to read them, so let’s dive into the words and phrases that will lead you to your next favorite cup.
Nothing quite beats a good farmer’s market. The food is consistently fresher and of better quality than what you can find at the grocery store. Not only that, but farmer’s markets establish a connection between farmer and consumer that cannot be replicated in the aisles of a supermarket.
Nothing is quite as refreshing as an ice-cold drink on a sweltering Summer’s day. There’s no better way for coffee-lovers to quench their thirst than with a freshly-brewed glass of cold brew. So why not brew your own cold brew at home? Not sure how, here's an introduction to brewing delicious cold brew at home.or straight up, cold brew is a refreshing drink that’s sure to put some pep in your step.