Conflict coffee: Our increasing desire for speciality coffee

conflict coffee

The Hipster need for the rarest and most rural-grown coffee has seen a boom in roasters seeking beans from some of the most war-torn nations on Earth.

Premium beans are constantly increasing in popularity, the trend looks set to continue, and so roasters are looking even further for some of the most exclusive crops available.

Former conflict areas, where tensions still run high and even some active conflict zones are now becoming prime coffee growing locations… …continue reading Conflict coffee: Our increasing desire for speciality coffee

Last updated by Damien Wilde on Tuesday the 1st November 2016

Coffee around the World: Red Eye

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Coffee comes in many forms, we love experiencing new drinks and with over 600 years of evolution and revolution in the coffee industry, alongside ‘traditional’ drinks there are some strange concoctions that you would never have imagined.

For those looking for a refined caffeine boost, then a Red Eye is going to be the rocket fuel that powers you through the day.

Anyone who doesn’t like their coffee strong, then you need not apply… …continue reading Coffee around the World: Red Eye

Last updated by Damien Wilde on Monday the 31st October 2016

Brilliant Bonfire Night beverages

Guy Fawkes Night is one of the busiest and most popular traditions in the English calendar, we head out in our droves to see effigies of failed ‘freedom fighter’ Guido Fawkes burned in blazing bonfires and celebrate the demise of the those who committed treason almost 400 years ago.

Whilst we brave the cold (and sometimes the Great British weather), the hot drink provides the perfect tonic to warm up whilst watching the fireworks.

Think you’ve left it too late to come up with a menu for Bonfire Night? We’ve taken the hassle out of it with two top recipes…

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Last updated by Damien Wilde on Thursday the 27th October 2016

Drinking coffee every day could prevent dementia

New research has shown that drinking coffee every single day could reduce your risk of developing dementia.

The study was conducted by the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, and has shed some light on how coffee can help prevent dementia.

These findings add to a an ever-increasing list of coffee health benefits…

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Last updated by Damien Wilde on Wednesday the 26th October 2016

National Nut Day: 5 facts you might nut know

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National Nut Day is held every single year on October the 22nd, and this food holiday celebrates the delicious, nutritious snack in all it’s guises.

Nuts are not only a great snack, the prized food is packed with good fats and are an exceptional energy source for both humans and wildlife.

Why haven’t you added nuts to your diet already? Here’s five nutty facts that you might not know.

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Last updated by Damien Wilde on Saturday the 22nd October 2016

Coffee production down for second year in a row

The world coffee market is facing up with the reality of a deficit of 3.3 million bags, making it the second year in a row that production has no quite met demands.

Despite this warning, the global coffee production increased by 5.5% in September as Robusta prices increased steadily just before the year end.

This data comes direct from the International Coffee Organisation, with some encouraging news coming from the organisation.

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Last updated by Damien Wilde on Friday the 21st October 2016

How much is coffee worth to you?

How much is coffee worth to you

How much do you value your cup of coffee? Is it something that you are happy to pay full price for every single time? Or would you prefer to get your hot drinks for free?

Well, a Liverpool based coffee shop has actually decided to ask their customers that very question, by launching a honesty box system for their takeaway coffee.

Crazy or crafty? Are we too tight as a nation to make this work in other establishments?…

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Last updated by Damien Wilde on Thursday the 20th October 2016

Coffee can actually cause a ‘drunk effect’

Coffee can actually cause a 'drunk effect'

For all those people out there who rely on coffee to actually sober up (or at the very least wake-up) we have some startling news.

Actual research has shown that ‘caffeine intoxication‘ can cause similar effects to that of good old fashioned being drunk.

Some of the major caffeine addicts out there might want to assess their coffee drinking habits after this research…

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Last updated by Damien Wilde on Tuesday the 18th October 2016

Coffee around the World: The Caffe Gommosa

Caffe Gommosa

Originating from America’s Pacific Northwest, the Caffe Gommosa is sure to be a hit with customers who want a much sweeter, but are seeking a different way to experience their espresso.

This coffee drink is definitely an acquired taste, especially as translated from Italian, it literally means ‘rubbery coffee’.

Now you’re interested…this will really get guests guessing as to what your new menu item actually entails…

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Last updated by Damien Wilde on Monday the 17th October 2016

A simple guide to brewing coffee without a coffee machine

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The growth of espresso-style coffee has opened up new markets for drinks made beyond the traditional coffee machine.

If you’re not quite confident enough to introduce an espresso machine to your cafe, bar or restaurant, then this simple guide is the perfect way to make quality tasting coffee without having to train like a Barista.

Provided by our lovely friends at the Coffee Tasting Club, these simple little guide will have you making top-class coffee in no time… …continue reading A simple guide to brewing coffee without a coffee machine

Last updated by Damien Wilde on Thursday the 13th October 2016