Coffee Facts

Coffee FactsCold Brew Concentrate, Grady's Cold Brew, Mascarpone Whipped Cream, Oatmeal Crust, Salted Coffee Custard Pie

Salted Coffee Custard Pie Demands Cold Brew Concentrate

Standard home-brewed coffee isn't strong enough to survive this silky, high-impact custard filling. You must use a potent cold brew concentrate to ensure the bold espresso flavors stand up to the heavy dairy and eggs.

New Field Trials Prove Introgressed Arabica Outperforms Traditional Varieties

Oct

Coffee FactsArabica Varieties, Climate Adaptation, Coffee Leaf Rust, F1 Hybrids, World Coffee Research

New Field Trials Prove Introgressed Arabica Outperforms Traditional Varieties

New hybrid coffee varieties are outperforming traditional pure-arabica selections by delivering much higher yields and superior resistance to devastating leaf rust. These breakthroughs use genetics from other species to protect crops against the instability of shifting global climate patterns.

Panama Hosts National Champions for World Barista Championship

Oct

Coffee FactsPanama City, Panama Geisha, Specialty Coffee, World Barista Championship, World of Coffee

Panama Hosts National Champions for World Barista Championship

For the first time ever, Latin America becomes the epicenter of the coffee world as the premier global championship arrives in Panama. Elite baristas must master a high-stakes, fifteen-minute choreographed performance to prove their technical skill and storytelling prowess.

Context Trumps Caffeine in New Global Study on Coffee Enjoyment

Oct

Coffee FactsBlack Coffee, Ceramic Vessels, Coffee Consumption, Consumer Behavior, Sensory Perception

Context Trumps Caffeine in New Global Study on Coffee Enjoyment

Drinking black coffee from a ceramic cup on a Wednesday morning in spring is scientifically the optimal way to experience your brew. A global study reveals that environmental context, from the vessel type to the day of the week, dictates satisfaction more than the liquid itself.

The Disconnect Between Cupping Results and Pour Over Flavor

Oct

Coffee FactsCupping, Extraction Efficiency, Kalita Wave, Sensory Analysis, Specialty Coffee

The Disconnect Between Cupping Results and Pour Over Flavor

Standardized cupping often produces a thin, under-brewed liquid that fails to capture the vibrant notes found in a fresh pour over. This sensory gap suggests that technical precision alone cannot replicate the complex extraction efficiency of a continuous flow dripper.

Indian specialty coffee finds a vibrant new home in Goa

Oct

Coffee FactsChikmagalur, Goa, Indian Coffee, Single-Origin Coffee, Specialty Coffee

Indian specialty coffee finds a vibrant new home in Goa

Beyond the beaches and nightlife, Goa is transforming into a sophisticated hub for India’s burgeoning specialty coffee movement. From omakase-style tastings to listening rooms, local cafes are redefining the region through high-quality beans and curated sensory experiences.

Pastime Coffee Scales Up With New Portland Production Roastery

Oct

Coffee FactsCoffee Production, Pastime Coffee, Portland Coffee Roasters, Sivetz Roaster, Specialty Coffee

Pastime Coffee Scales Up With New Portland Production Roastery

Pastime Coffee has traded its shared communal roots for a specialized 1,000-square-foot production space housed in a former Portland flower shop. This lean new facility uses advanced water-atomized filtration to treat exhaust instead of relying on traditional gas-powered afterburners.

Esther Singer uses scientific rigor to redefine Indonesian specialty coffee

Oct

Coffee FactsBiotechnology, Esther Singer, Indonesian Coffee, Segara Coffee, Specialty Coffee

Esther Singer uses scientific rigor to redefine Indonesian specialty coffee

After a decade researching soil ecosystems at a national laboratory, Esther Singer is applying biotechnology to the complex variables of coffee production. She uses this scientific rigor to move beyond heavy, earthy stereotypes and showcase the true flavor diversity of Indonesia.

La Mulita Connects Colombian Roots to New Hampshire Seacoast

Oct