BEFORE ALL ELSE: AFTERTASTE

What is “Aftertaste”? After swallowing a mouthful of coffee, every one of its elements mingle together, forming what’s known as the aftertaste. Needless to say, the aftertaste is very important. In many cases, it’s what makes a particular blend so unique. Post-imbibement, sip complete, we’re set to ask the magic question. “What does this remind […]

LIVING AN INTERESTING LIFE…. WITH COFFEE

I was brought up to believe you should always live the most interesting life you can.     Nick McDonell, American writer What makes coffee experiences interesting?  Moments that we remember…Forever For me, interesting experiences are inspiring moments that I will remember. Let’s close our eyes and let’s think about the last time we truly enjoyed wonderful […]

GO DEEPER & DISCOVER THE WORLD OF FLAVORS

Four coffee essays My last journey to Thailand inspired me to think differently about the process of coffee roasting. In the recent past, I observed, how light roasted coffee became more and more popular in Europe. I remember that earlier on, coffee lovers generally preferred more dark roasted coffee. Now, I realize, that a time […]

COFFEE PAPER FILTERS

COFFEE FILTERS Coffee filters were invented in the early 1900s by Melitta Benz, a housewife from Dresden, Germany with a big passion for coffee. She was brewing coffees daily and was not happy with the fact that too many coffee grounds were getting into her final cup. To solve this problem, she linked two things […]