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Cold brew vs Iced Coffee:  Facts vs Myths: Cold brew and iced coffee are the same thing. Myth: cold brew is a brew method, not all cold coffee is cold brew Cold brew is stronger than iced coffee 💪 Fact and Myth: That could go either way. Cold brew is brewed as a concentrate, so yes, the concentrate is definitely more potent than a traditional iced coffee. However, when served, cold brew is diluted to a more palatable concentration which is similar to iced coffee.   Cold brew is less acidic than traditional iced coffee. This is a great question. Chemists...

Week 9: Sumatra This great coffee is grown on Sumatra Island, in beautiful Indonesia. The unique taste attributed to the beans of Sumatra, comes from the fact that they are low in acidity and have a complex flavor profile. Its chocolaty and earthy flavors are well renowned. The beans are processed differently from other coffee growing places in the world. Because of the wet weather, it has a different drying process which contributes to its uniqueness. It is only dried with the wet-hull method. Only dried until they reach 50% moisture content as opposed to an 11% moisture content like...

After so many debates on the subject, from coffee is bad, to coffee is dangerous to your health, to it is great, etc... no one seemed to agree on the  subject matter. The Mayo Clinic last year, published an article on filtering facts from fiction, on the health benefits/risks of drinking coffee. Published in July 2019, Dr.Hensrud's study shows that if you are a healthy adult, there is no need to worry about pouring yourself that second or third cup. Finally, good news! He informs us also that coffee has multiple health benefits. It is said to help with Type...

Recipe for Cold Brew: So are you ready to try to make some Cold Brew for yourself? Here’s an easy recipe to get you started. Put ¼ lb of coarse ground coffee (We prefer our Breeze Blend, but feel free to use any coffee you would like) into a glass container. Slowly pour 4 cups of water room temperature filtered water over the coffee making sure all of the grinds are soaked. Stir. Cover and allow to brew at room temperature for 20 hours. Strain using a coffee filter, French Press, or cheese cloth. This will create a concentrate that...

Week 8: Honduras This week, our weekly coffee is "Honduras". This country is officially known as the Republic of Honduras. It is known for its rich natural resources including minerals, tropical fruit, sugar cane, textiles and of course coffee. Its climate varies from tropical in the lowlands to temperate in the mountains. With an altitude of 5900 ft., the soil and climate conditions make Honduras an ideal location for coffee farming. These beans provide a nutty mild flavor with citrus tones, in a medium roast body. A friend of mine, enjoys its taste and complexity, referring to it as a great coffee...