How is coffee made? A guide to making best coffee

May 10th, 2008

Coffee Arabica was discovered growing wild on the plateaus of central Ethiopia around 600 AD. The tree was found in Yemen on the southern tip of the Arabian Peninsula. Coffee as a bean was first worshiped for its medicinal properties then as a beverage for religious meditation. Moving forward, it found a home for itself in dwellings known as coffee house or café.

The beans from the plants must be processed before they make up the great drink. The beans are ripened, harvested and roasted before they are ground for brewing. The process can be varied to produce different tastes There are many ways in making a nice cup of coffee, but obviously, the best way to make coffee is the way you like it, Rule of thumb is always use filtered water , with two measured tablespoons per cup; therefore if you are making a 6 cup pot, you should add 12 tablespoons of coffee.


Coffee naturally contains caffeine that wakes them up with the first cup that they drink. Most of us have coffee addiction. Many of these people are much more alert because they had their cup of this wonderful beverage. Some people will swear that their coffee gives them energy to fulfill their responsibilities. During the course of the day, many of these people around the world will have one or more cups of this tasty beverage to keep them going to produce great work. Some of these people believe that their coffee keeps them going throughout the day. Many of these people would be lost without their favorite drink. However, for health concerns, we have to take note of the caffeine content in coffee. Too much of anything will do no good to our health.

Here’s some of the favorite coffee by coffee lovers around the world :

Espresso
Dark-roasted coffee ground until fine and gritty, then tamped down into the filter basket so that the brewing water can’t run through it too fast

Breve
Espresso with steamed half-and-half

Doppio
A double shot of espresso, hint : this will keeps you wide awake at night, it is preferred not to take this drink 2hrs before your bed time.

Espresso Granita
Frozen espresso, crushed and served in a parfait glass with whipped cream. Mmm yummy

Iced Espresso
A double shot of espresso over crushed ice, definitely a cool coffee drink during summer time

Cafe Ristretto
Extra-strong espresso, made with only one ounce of water and the regular amount of coffee grounds, definitely will give you an extra “ kick” in the morning

Cappuccino
This is a drink made of one-third espresso and two-thirds hot milk and foam

Cafe Latte
This drink has more milk than a normal Cappuccino

Cafe Mocha
One shot espresso, one shot chocolate syrup; fill the rest of the cup with foamed milk, top with whipped cream

Mochaccino
Espresso with foamed milk and chocolate syrup, when 2 strong flavors are mixed, It gives a perfect taste for this drink

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Millstone coffee reviews

March 24th, 2008

Millstone Coffee had its beginning in the Seattle, Washington area.  It has a rich history of providing consumers with premium coffees available in a diverse range of roasts and flavors.  It was acquired by Procter & Gamble in 1995, and since then, it has become a fast-growing premium whole-bean Arabica coffee brand.  There’re a wide variety of gourmet blends, roasts, and flavors and is available in ground and whole bean for coffee lovers to choose from. You can therefore, create a refreshing, flavored, iced indulgence any time of the day, without having to add flavored syrups. 

Millstone Coffee remains committed to selecting the finest premium and specialty grade Arabica coffee beans to produce a variety of blends and flavors to suit every taste and passion. There are 12 flavored coffees selection to chose from, such coffees are light-roasted to give prominence to the overall cup taste. For those who love creamy and smooth taste, you can try their hazelnut cream or you may enjoy a cup of Raspberries ‘N’ Cream coffee for your tea break.

 For those who love roasted coffee, you are given a good selection of light to dark roasted coffee. One of the popular selections is their Colombian Supremo .It is hand-picked from Colombia’s mountain ranges, this classic coffee is distinguished by its full body, rich flavor, and medium-high acidity. 

 Dark coffee lovers will enjoy this unique blend of coffees from Latin America and the Islands of Indonesia. This type of coffee is noted for their bold, smoky, bittersweet taste.

 

Coffee table guides

March 21st, 2008

As mentioned in our previous blog post, designers have transformed the traditional coffee tables into a multi purpose table where you can store your magazines or stuffs in the built in drawers. One of the good example is this unique coffee table below :

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    Summerside Activity Table with 2 Drawers

The measurement of this coffee table is 49 x 32.9 x 4.7 inches. Drawers are stored underneath the desk,Casters on drawers for easy mobility. You can keep your children’s toys in the drawers
Alot of people prefer coffee tables with rounded edge and glass top. Such coffee tables  have a combination of contemporary modern style with function and value. They make a great coffee table with glass inset for any living room.

Winsome Wood Round Coffee Table, Espresso

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Elegantly design with glass top, this coffee table.Its flared leg, shelf blends well with any style of room decor.

If you prefer a more classy coffee table, try this coffee table in glass and aluminum  finish.

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This innovative and beautiful table can be used as a coffee table, end table or utility office table and is sure to compliment any décor. CT030 Features: Thick 8mm clear tempered glass Elegant and durable Assembly required Finish: Aluminum and Glass Dimensions: 24″(W) x 18″(D) x 24″(H) Item Weight: Approximately 30 lbs

Unique coffee tables

March 20th, 2008

Coffee tables and occasional tables are historically associated with hospitality, they are shorter than console tables and end tables – the first coffee table came from Turkey, and small individual tables were used in China to serve tea.  Coffee tables are available in a variety of shapes, from square and rectangle to round and oval, even triangular and abstract shapes. Contemporary coffee tables and modern coffee tables have interesting designs and shapes and provide a welcome variation of the standard oval coffee table, round coffee table of square coffee table. 

 Coffee tables aren’t just for inside the house, nowadays you can find them in the living room or sitting room. As most apartments are relatively small Coffee tables are now designed in a more practical yet stylish way and can be the piece that pulls the room together. We tend to fully maximize the usage of such tables and it incorporates cabinets for storage. Coffee tables are now designed to hold computers, as well as your coffee. When we invite friends to our apartments, this table can draw guests together when seated in the living room and provide a place to set drinks, magazines and interesting travel books.  Coffee tables range from tree stumps to designer-type super expensive creations.  Coffee tables with glass, acrylic, or metal bases often fit best with contemporary decor, while wooden,stone top and woven bases are great for homes with a more traditional slant.   Tables made entirely out of glass or acrylic will of course make your room look spacious this is  important if you’re working with a tight space

 

 

Would you love your coffee to be hot or iced cold?

March 18th, 2008

Why hot coffee is always the best choice

Drinking coffee was a social event, in the Arabic world as in the European. Coffee is a widely appreciated beverage that many people love to drink. It is one of the most popular hot beverages that most of people around the world enjoy in morning or during tea or coffee  break. Many coffee lovers are aware that coffee taste best when it is hot. Hot coffee is poured over the mixture and it is stirred to ensure that the sugar is fully integrated.  Hot coffee is just as refreshing as an iced coffee.

 Brewing good coffee is relative to the need of caffeine.  If you are making espresso, you have to make sure the water temperature is between 88C (190F) and 95C (205F) for optimal results.  Brew time from the moment the pump is activated until it is finished. Guideline is 20-25 seconds for the optimal espresso. Brewed coffee is best drunk within 20 minutes so as to taste the freshness of coffee. Coffee lovers definitely know how to enjoy a nice cup of freshly brewed coffee. First, you have to inhale the superb aroma of coffee, just like enjoying wine, and slowly take a sip of coffee and allow the fresh aroma of hot coffee flows down your throat.

 

Boyds Coffee Resource

March 2nd, 2008

Boyd Coffee Company is a leading distributor of coffee, brewing equipment, and dry mixes for food service users. Well known for its high quality coffees and products, they offer more than 650 types of coffee, tea and other food items such as flavourings, beverage accessories, and brewing equipment. , and is headquartered on a 30-acre site east of Portland, Oregon. Boyd Coffee Company (Boyd) provides specialty coffees, espresso, rare estate coffees, teas and related equipment for restaurants and other foodservice operations.

Boyd Coffee Company has been serving food service operations in the Pacific Northwest and beyond since 1900. Boyds Coffee’s full range of blends satisfy preferences across the roasting spectrum, offering incredible tasting coffees that are smooth, lively or full-bodied and appropriately roasted to deliver the intended nuances of each selection.

 Boyd Coffee Company’s new brand, Boyds Coffee, features 21 blends, including five decaffeinated coffees and a selection of seasonal blends and specialty coffee, they also offer single origin, proprietary blends, organics, Swiss-water decaffeinated and other consumer-demanded coffees.  One of Boyd’s specialty coffee is  Hi-Rev® coffee  that has a thick, hearty and powerful brew loaded with caffeine and flavour. For those of us who must give up the caffeine kick entirely, one or two cups of the best tasting decaffeinated coffee can be the answer.  Decaffeinated coffee does contain caffeine, but the amount is quite small. 

Popularity Of Dome Coffee

February 25th, 2008

Vien Tann, EzineArticles.com Basic Author This article was written by our expert editor

Dome coffee is a chain of café restaurants and franchises based in Perth, Australia. Dome coffee was founded in Perth in the early 1990s. Dome is one of Australia’s favorite coffee houses. Being a dominant chain of café, you can easily land yourself into a Dome coffee franchises if you visit the western part of Australia. Now there are more than 70 Dome coffee franchises in Australia, south East Asia and you can even enjoy a nice cup of fine Dome coffee if you visit the Middle East.


Dome is well renowned for its coffees, which are made from 100% Arabica beans that are selected and roasted to perfection by Dome coffee master roaster. Dome café restaurants have a unique European ambience with tables outside the air-conditioned dining area for smokers and other patrons who prefer to sit outdoors.

Dome serves some of the world’s best coffee and excellent food to the pickiest dinners today. It also features a European-style menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Pizzas, pastas and salads are served, along with daily specials, vegetarian dishes, sandwiches, a special menu for kids and desserts take-aways are also available


Dome coffee also have excellent service, they will make sure their service is prompt and friendly. Dome coffee chains are often well-lit, perfect for visiting anytime of the day. Dome coffee chains are perfect for your coffee/study time, time with friends or even family gatherings and dinners. One of their best seller drinks is ice mocha, a nice beverage with chocolate topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on iced coffee.

Coffee Drinks Reviews

February 23rd, 2008

Check out the following coffee drinks reviews :

Senseo Douwe Egberts Coffee Pods, Variety Pack, 16-Count Packages (Pack of 4)

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There is so much rich flavor in this coffee it’s hard to believe the drink is calorie-free. It has the complex, subtle, thick texture and flavor of a fat- and carb-laden drink. If you’ve been worrying lately about the effects of your daily Caramel Macchiato on your waistline (not to mention your wallet) you have to give this coffee a try. It’s wonderful and guilt-free! The pods are a little more expensive than regular varieties (the package is the same price but there are slightly fewer pods per bag) but boy is it worth that little extra!

Here’s what you can in this package

 

  • Case of four packages, each containing 16 single-serving coffee pods (64 total pods)
  • Contains one each of Sumatra Blend, Brazil Blend, Kenyan Blend, and Colombia Blend
  • Made from the finest gourmet coffee beans from around the world, pre-measured and sealed inside their own filter for maximum freshness
  • For use with Senseo coffeemakers; virtually drip-free easy disposal
  • The coffee beans used in Senseo pods are roasted by Europe’s Douwe Egberts, the world’s third largest coffee roaster

Lavazza Crema e Aroma Coffee Beans, 2.2-Pound Bag

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  • One 2.2-pound bag
  • Blend of whole arabica and robusta coffee beans for making espresso
  • Strong, full-flavored, dark-roast coffee with thick crema
  • Central/South American arabicas; African robustas
  • Roasted and packaged in Italy

if you a truely a coffee lover, you’ll feel like a Mensa genius after trying Lavazza Crema e Aroma Beans. This price is genuinely a bargain if you shop around the internet. Even if you’re using a $20 grinder with a whirly bird blade and a Sam’s Club espresso machine, your toes will curl with a brew of these beans. No I don’t work for these guys. But if you really love your morning espresso or cappuccino smooth and hearty you’ll love Lavazza. Just be prepared for friends start dropping by and mooching a fix once word gets out.

Gloria Jean’s Coffees Flavored Coffee Variety, K-Cups for Keurig Brewers, 25-Count Boxes (Pack of 2)

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If you love flavored coffee, this would probably be a good catch for you.All of the flavors are good. The best part is really the variety ,its definitely not to weak like other brands

What you will be getting from this pack :

 

  • Swiss Chocolate Almond
  • French Vanilla Supreme
  • Hazelnut
  • Butter Toffee
  • Cappuccino

Five Each: Medium - French Vanilla Supreme, Hazelnut, Butter Toffee, Cappuccino, and Swiss Chocolate Almond. You can’t brew a better cup. Keurig Brewed.