Archive for November, 2009

Everyone Loves a Good Cup of Coffee

Monday, November 30th, 2009

For thousands of years the bean of this plant has been harvested and utilized by various cultures for its plentiful health and taste properties.  Today it is also utilized by students, executives, and moms-on-the-go for its beloved caffeine benefits.  Yet whether it is consumed for its practical health and caffeine properties, or simply for a [...]

About coffee beans

Sunday, November 29th, 2009

Coffee was originally planted under shades of other large trees. The process of shade planting is still popular in many regions of the world. In this traditional method, the coffee berries used to ripen slowly and take its natural form before they can be plucked from the tree. But with the increase in demands for [...]

How the Vending Machine and Industry Work

Friday, November 27th, 2009

Beverage Vending Machines didn’t just get popular. They are relatively amazing, for they were already in existence as early as 215 B.C. During this time, ancient Egyptians were using a device that has been identified to dispense holy water at places of worships after depositing a coin. In the United States, vending machines were introduced [...]

Holy JavaBean, Batman - Is Coffee Actually Good For You

Thursday, November 26th, 2009

Not sure if you are old enough to remember the old “Batman” TV show with Adam West? No matter, the research is in. If you have been feeling guilty about enjoying that morning cup of Joe, don’t? Drinking a moderate amount of coffee may actually be good for you.
You are probably aware that your favorite [...]

There are Perfect Drip Coffee Makers for Everyone

Thursday, November 26th, 2009

Have you ever gone to the store and found yourself overwhelmed by the sheer number of coffee makers? In today’s time, there are plenty of options for drip coffee makers, including size, shape, model, and even color. When you just want to be able to make a quality cup of coffee at home or at [...]

Burr Coffee Grinder

Wednesday, November 25th, 2009

Fundamentally, roasted coffee beans need grinding or milling in order to brew them. Grinding or milling is done to facilitate the brewing process and it is an important aspect as grinders strongly affect the quality of brewing because it needs to be matched with the brewing method used. The finest coffee will be produce with [...]

Traditional Sumatran Coffee - Simply Irresistible

Wednesday, November 25th, 2009

Normally grown inland from the southern coast, the Sumatran Coffee production actually began in the 18th century and majority of it is labeled Mandheling or Lintong which basically means the place where it was initially planted and grown. They are different from coffees of Java as they are planted and grown by small landholders or [...]

Jamaican Coffee

Tuesday, November 24th, 2009

Coffees come in various characteristics and flavors. While the origin characteristics influence the look, taste and smell of the coffee, the roast degree also influences the end product. In this case, Jamaican Coffee is no different.
A coffee’s flavor category is determined based on the combination of its origin and roast degree. Coffees of Jamaica are [...]

Coffee Myths, Facts and Information

Tuesday, November 24th, 2009

This article will discuss the myths, facts and information about coffee.
Every day people around the world drink millions of cups of coffee. It has become a staple of life. We see a StarBucks on every corner. Is coffee really this good or is it so addictive? I think it is both really. I think good [...]

Mexican Coffee – An Absolute Treat

Monday, November 23rd, 2009

Coffee was primarily planted in Mexico in the 18th century from Jamaica. The Mexican Coffees are typically simple and are most often than not used as a base for blending. Originated from central to southern regions of the country, the most famous coffee market names consist of Coatepec, Oaxaca Pluma, Chiapas, Veracruz and Tapachula. Their [...]