What is an SCA Score?

What is an SCA Score?

Coffees are tasted, assessed and scored according to strict criteria set out by the Specialty Coffee Association. In order to...

The Health Perks of Speciality Coffee

The Health Perks of Speciality Coffee

For coffee lovers, there's more to that morning cup than a dose of deliciousness. Speciality coffee doesn’t just wake you up;...

What Is 'Direct Trade' Coffee?

What Is 'Direct Trade' Coffee?

In the ever-growing world of speciality coffee, Direct Trade promises better quality and ethical sourcing. So, what exactly is Direct...

How to get the best out of your coffee beans

How to get the best out of your coffee beans

You’ve just bought some beans that you have never tried before, how do you avoid wasting your whole bag of...

Experimental Fermentations

Experimental Fermentations

Experimental Fermentations – What are they and how to do they affect the taste in my cup?   In the...

What does Swiss Water Decaffeinated mean?

What does Swiss Water Decaffeinated mean?

  So you are a coffee enthusiast, who wants to limit caffeine intake, but not sacrifice the taste and aroma...