Look for beans that have a clear printed roast date on them Any coffee that can’t tell you this information, probably doesn’t want to. So be very wary of any packaging that uses a ‘best before’ or has a ‘2014’ printed on it. How do I find the perfect coffee beans? Look for beans that … Read more
Typically, single origin beans work best with a medium-roast (somewhere past first crack and before second crack) , as this preserves the single-origin flavours. Go too far, and all coffee beans start to taste the same. Cheaper beans are usually darker roasted, as a way of injecting more intense flavour into the mix. How do … Read more
The term ‘specialty coffee‘ or ‘speciality coffee‘ is used to refer to coffee that is graded 80 points or above on a 100 point scale by a certified coffee taster (SCAA) or by a licensed Q Grader(CQI) What percentage of coffee is specialty grade? Specialty coffees represent 37% of US coffee cups and are considered … Read more
premium coffee is coffee made from uniquely flavored beans that are processed with special care This type of coffee is usually relatively expensive, but is preferred by some people for its taste. Premium coffee beans are typically grown at select geographical locations, such as parts of the Caribbean. What is considered premium coffee? Premium Coffee: … Read more
There is a small niche sector of the coffee industry where the word premium adds further gravitas to the ‘Specialty’ descriptor. These are very expensive coffees that are rated extremely highly for quality and taste and are usually very rare Obviously a high demand and low supply creates a price premium. What is coffee premium? … Read more
Third wave coffee is a movement in coffee marketing emphasizing high quality beans are typically sourced from individual farms and are roasted more lightly to bring out their distinctive flavors. Though the term was coined in 1999, the approach originates in the 1970s, with roasters such as the coffee connection. What are the different waves … Read more
How do I identify my specialty coffee? speciality coffee is defined as any coffee that scores above 80 points on a 100 point scale Typically, speciality coffee is grown at high altitudes, with much care and attention from the farmer. From there, it is sold at a premium to coffee traders, or direct to roasters. … Read more