8 articles tagged with "basics"
Coffee sensory skills are neither a talent nor magic—they are mindfulness. Learn how to distinguish acidity from bitterness and why balance is more important than mythical notes of jasmine.
Discover the origins of coffee. Find out why we drink fruit seeds, what distinguishes Arabica from Robusta, and how bean anatomy affects your morning.
Good coffee at home doesn't require an expensive machine or a barista course. Discover 5 fundamental rules that will transform your morning.
The size and uniformity of the particles are the foundation of your coffee. Learn why freshly ground beans change everything and how to adjust your grinder to avoid bitterness.
What is the difference between specialty coffee and supermarket coffee? Discover the magic 80-point barrier and find out why these beans taste completely different.
Natural, Washed, or Honey? Learn how bean processing on the farm changes its taste – from fruity jams to pure, tea-like crispness.
A specialty coffee label is the user manual for your sensory experience. Learn to decode the region, variety, and flavor profile so you never buy a bag blindly again.
Why does coffee from 1800 m a.s.l. cost more and taste like fruit, while lowland coffee is chocolatey? Discover the impact of altitude on the density and profile of your bean.