The Brew Journal
Ever fall in love with a specific coffee, only for it to disappear from the menu a few months later? It's a frustrating experience, but it’s also a sign of quality. Here’s why the best coffee is a seasonal delight, just like your favorite fresh fruit.
Was coffee really discovered by a herd of party-crazed goats? Is the flat white the result of an international coffee war? The history of your favorite brew is a hilarious mix of truth, legend, and caffeine-fueled chaos. Let's dive into the stories behind the sips.
Let's debunk a huge coffee myth: you do not need a shiny, thousand-dollar machine to make an incredible cup. The secret to amazing coffee isn't about expensive tech—it's about fresh beans, a few key essentials, and a little bit of know-how that won't drain your bank account.
We hear the word "sustainability" a lot, but what does it actually mean when it comes to the coffee in your cup? It’s more than just a label on a bag. It's a global commitment to fair wages, healthy ecosystems, and the smallholder farmers who are the backbone of the specialty coffee industry.
You’re staring at two bags of coffee from the same country. One is $15, the other is $30. What gives? From treacherous mountain harvests to experimental processing methods, the journey of a coffee bean is filled with hidden factors that shape not only its flavor but also its final price tag