Coffee Sock Review: How To Brew With Cloth Coffee Filters
These cloth filters from Coffee Sock have shaken up my regular coffee routine quite a bit. Here are 3 reasons I love using them.
10 Things That Make Coffee Even Better
There are some things in life that are just meant to be together.This post is dedicated to those things that make coffee even better than it is on its own.
Why Are Some Coffees So Expensive?
This is an overview of the variables that affect the price of coffee beans. There are hundreds, so this list is not exhaustive.
I Analyzed 24 Coffee Companies’ Branding Techniques. Here’s What I Learned
Want to know what makes compelling coffee branding? I studied dozens of coffee companies – here’s what I discovered.
Flatlands Coffee Needs Your Help – An Interview with Ben Vollmar
Specialty coffee shops are beginning to pop up all over the place, and not just in major coastal cities. Flatlands coffee aims to bring high quality coffee and service experience to Bowling Green, Ohio, the home of a humble 30,000 people. Check out their Kickstarter...
My First Week As A Barista At Yellow House Coffee
As many of you saw on Twitter (follow me!), I recently was given a job at a local coffee shop, Yellow House Coffee. The shop isn't grand in size, but the quality of the coffee and the community make up for that in a heartbeat. Yellow House opened almost a year ago in...
Summer is Knocking, Greet it With Iced Coffee
So you wanna brew iced coffee? You're in the right place. Summers can get hot. Real hot. As a result, the scene of sitting by the fire drinking a warm cup of coffee begins to lose its romantic appeal. That's okay. It'll be back in the Fall. For now, a new scene should...
Experiment and Explore Coffee: The Advanced Basics
I approach coffee in a way most haven't yet realized is possible: with excitement and eagerness. With eyes opened to a whole world of flavors, brewing methods, and people, how could I not be excited? The thrill of trying a new coffee (currently drinking a Geisha from...
Specialty Coffee Traveling Tips
Taking specialty coffee traveling with you doesn’t have to be complicated. These simple tips and checklist will ensure your journey includes great coffee!
5 Ways to be Super Awkward in a Coffee Shop
Coffee shops are places of community, peace and growth, but every once in a while they all become the venue for sickening awkwardness. It's only natural for us humans to experience moods and attitudes that lead us toward odd and abnormal behaviors, but it doesn't have...
The History of the Siphon Pot
There are many reasons to love vacuum brewers, not the least of which is that they make awesome coffee. Learn more about the history of the Siphon Pot.
Roasting for the First Time – The Process and Results
I recently learned that coffee roasting at home is accessible, but I didn't realize it would merely require a trip to a thrift store and a shipment from Sweet Maria's. It's incredible. I found a West Bend Poppery 1 from my local Goodwill for $8 - a little pricey...
New Kickstarters: Drip the Film and Manual Coffeemaker No1
March has brought the specialty coffee industry two new Kickstarter campaigns: Drip the Film, and the Manual Coffeemaker No1.
A Quick Rundown of Coffee Subscription Services
You've probably heard of several subscription services by now that are beginning to capture the hearts and wallets of people everywhere. From inexpensive razors to healthy food, subscription services are taking America by storm. But did you know that there are quite a...
Ink N Drink Markers – Never Burn Your Tongue Again
If you’re a paper-cup-drinker than I highly encourage you to look into Ink N Drink. If not, just silently admire.
The Immerset – Immersion or Pour Over Brewer?
Update - The project's funding goal was not reached. It appears the specialty coffee market is expanding greatly with dozens of new shops, roasters, and products being opened or released very month. The newest one to hit the promise land of Kickstarter is the...