A glance at the calendar tells us it is already mid-August. Sadly, that means more than half the summer holidays are behind us. If you have not managed to make the most of those sunny days, or feel you could get much more out of summer 2021, do not worry — there is still time! We have a few ideas to help you enjoy the last two weeks to the fullest. Interested?
No professional coffee machine at home? No problem! Alternative brewing methods offer several practical ways to make your coffee. Let us forget about coffee machines for a moment and focus on the equipment and methods that can replace them effectively and inexpensively. Let us get started!
Turmeric in food, dietary supplements and drinks has become a trend that grows stronger every year. Seeing a turmeric latte on Instagram, YouTube or TikTok tends to inspire one of two things: looking for it on a café menu or making golden milk at home. It is time to find out more about turmeric latte!
Have you ever wondered why so many people associate coffee with Italy, even though its origins are attributed to Ethiopia? The reason is simple: the Italians were the first to master the art of making espresso, turning it into one of their country's symbols. Want to learn more about coffee in Italy, local coffee customs and the different Italian coffees? Let us begin!
The stages coffee beans go through are familiar to almost every enthusiast: cultivation, harvesting, processing and finally packaging and shipping to the farthest corners of the globe. One part of this process deserves particular attention: dried coffee fruit, separated from the main product — the bean — is now enjoying a second life. What surprises does this apparently useless part of coffee, cascara, have in store?
Do you always have to visit a café to enjoy delicious, aromatic coffee? Not quite. With the right ingredients and tools, and a little practice making black coffee, caffè latte and other favourites, café-style coffee at home is within reach. Interested? Let us explore how to prepare an excellent café-style drink in the comfort of your own home, step by step.
Do you drink one, two or perhaps three coffees every day? Here is the important question: where do the used grounds end up — in the bin or down the drain? If you have always thought those were the only places for them, it is time to reconsider. Coffee grounds have remarkable potential and are now used in many areas of everyday life. Want to know more?
Although in the twenty-first century we tend to shy away from anything “chemical”, there is no denying that making coffee is pure chemistry. More precisely, it is an advanced course in organic chemistry for anyone unafraid of pyrolysis, Strecker degradation or the Maillard reaction: chemical processes that occur inside the bean during roasting and decisively shape its sensory profile.
Espresso is an art in itself and the essence of everything coffee can be. It is true #coffeeporn: an aromatic liquid with the consistency of cream, a colour as dark as Jack the Ripper’s past and a flavour as deep as the philosophy of the German neo-Romantics. Simply put, everything that is best about coffee, held in a tiny cup with room for just 50 ml.
Despite what the name might suggest, a barista's job has little to do with working in a bar and serving cocktails. A barista does serve drinks, but they are coffees — in 1,001 forms, dozens or hundreds of times a day. It is a profession that demands a lot: you need to understand coffee, the equipment used to brew it and, just as importantly, people. A barista is rather like a bartender, except that they serve caffeine instead of alcohol, and work not late at night but at an almost inhumanly early hour. A barista's smile at 7 a.m. is a shot of optimism, and the coffee they hand over is often the best cure for a Monday. So what does the job actually involve?
There are many additions to coffee, from dairy or plant-based milk through sugar, cinnamon, cardamom and rum to flavoured syrups. Of course, the list of ingredients that pair beautifully with coffee is much longer, but today we want to focus on those syrups! If you enjoy experimenting and your usual coffee has become boring, it is time to take an interest in natural flavoured coffee syrups. Why? What should every coffee lover know about these products? Read on.
More and more people are considering buying a convenient, modern capsule coffee machine. Is the coffee made with this device healthy? What is really inside coffee capsules? You will find answers to these and other questions below.
Did you know that Brazil is the world's largest coffee producer? Although Ethiopia is considered coffee's homeland, Brazilian plantations supply the greatest quantity of this crop to the market. What is the history of coffee in Brazil, a country covering more than half of South America? In what conditions do its coffee beans ripen? And what flavours and aromas can we expect from a Brazilian coffee? We explore all of this below. There is also a special discount code for Brazil Santos coffee!
Mexico ranks among the world's ten largest coffee producers. Are you curious about the history and cultivation of coffee in this part of the globe? Or perhaps you would rather know what makes Mexican coffees distinctive? Let us explore all these questions, ideally over a cup of aromatic coffee.
Most of us experience tiredness, excessive sleepiness or a lack of concentration at some point during the day. We usually reach for a strong coffee, but it is not the only drink that can help with an energy slump. Why not try... cocoa? Surprised? Let us take a closer look.
Our coffee series continues! This month we explore coffee grown in Honduras. Central America's second-largest country has enormous potential for coffee cultivation. How does it compare with other producers, and what makes its coffee distinctive? Discover this and more below, including a special discount code for Honduras SHG from our roastery. Let us begin!
This term entered the coffee industry some time ago. It is being used increasingly often, yet it still sounds unfamiliar to most people. What is a microlot? Or perhaps the better question is: what are microlot coffees?
Not everyone may know this, but around 100 coffee species grow worldwide! Arabica is the clear leader: we all recognise it, and it is probably what most of us buy and drink every day. Robusta is the second most widely available, yet we still hear little about it. Why? Could Robusta surprise us?
Hot, aromatic coffee is the drink many of us choose first thing in the morning. A little black coffee stimulates us, supplies energy and, above all, tastes wonderful! We enjoy it so much that few of us stop at one cup a day. Perhaps it is time to explore alternatives? If you are looking for healthy alternatives to coffee, stay with us: we have prepared some suggestions worth considering.
Awareness of environmental issues has grown considerably in recent years. We increasingly take our own bamboo, cotton or jute bags when shopping for groceries. So why not bring a reusable cup when going to a café for coffee? Let us explore the reasons to make the change!
Organic coffee is attracting more and more attention. This is hardly surprising: environmental awareness in Poland continues to grow, which is undoubtedly a positive development. Products labelled “organic” need little introduction today, and their quality appeals to health-conscious consumers. What can we expect from certified organic coffee? Let us find out.
Our coffee series continues, with Guatemalan coffee named product of the month! Wondering what coffee tastes like from this country of wild vegetation between the Atlantic and Pacific? Before exploring its flavour, let us look at the environment where the beans grow. Focused? Ready? Let us travel to Guatemala for a moment.
Coffee aroma has swept Poland. Compatriots are increasingly less likely to drink the "black with grounds" familiar from a previous era. We open ourselves to new sensations, looking for more flavor and aroma notes, which the coffee maker often helps to create. In this text, we suggest what is the best coffee bean and how to choose your favorite coffee for your coffee machine!
Before the coffee reaches the roaster, it goes through a very complex process. It turns out that the grains have to travel many thousands of kilometers before they are burned. This is all preceded by cultivation, harvesting, and processing of the product, which is still raw. When the finished coffee is in our kitchen, it has dozens of different treatments behind it. The way of the grain is really very interesting, and not only for people who are in love with the taste and aroma of the so-called small black. It turns out that even the slightest changes at the stage of bean processing on the plantation, have a big impact on how the final flavor note of the coffee bean presents itself.
For many people, a cup of so-called "little black" is even a ritual. Often there is also an afternoon latte or cappuccino for afternoon tea. However, some people have doubts about how frequent coffee drinking affects our health. Well, there is a lot of talk about the fact that coffee can negatively affect blood pressure, and also that it leaches magnesium from our body. However, how is it really?
Do you often feel tired, weary or excessively sleepy? Lifestyle can be a major factor: too little sleep, an unbalanced diet, lack of physical activity, stress and stimulants. It is time for a change. Discover simple ways to respond to physical and mental fatigue and help restore your energy.
Have you planned exercise today? Is a demanding endurance or aerobic workout ahead? Before starting, consider a cup of coffee. Most people know a nutritious meal matters after exercise, but not everyone knows that coffee beforehand may offer benefits for the workout itself. What kind of benefits? Read on.
For many of us, a mug or cup of strong, aromatic coffee is an essential part of every morning. We value the black drink for its stimulating effect, but flavour and aroma matter just as much. Those qualities, together with the desire for new coffee experiences, are probably the main reasons more people are choosing flavoured coffees. Let us take a closer look.
Grain coffee is no longer seen only as a substitute reluctantly chosen for children or pregnant women. Increasingly, it appeals to people whose diets centre on healthy, natural products. Discover what this drink offers. Is it a product for modern times?
Have friends recommended chicory coffee as a great substitute for your usual cup? Explore its properties and health-related reputation, then decide for yourself whether it is time to try this drink!