MINDFUL COFFEE JOURNAL
ACIDITY, BITTERNESS AND SWEETNESS Every coffee has elements of bitterness and acidity. The other flavours like umami, starchiness, saltiness, and sweetness can be developed throughout the roasting or preparation process. Numerous factors, such as water quality affect the coffee’s final flavours. The majority of people connect coffee with bitterness and acidity alone. They will describe […]
TO MAKE GREAT COFFEE IS ONLY ONE SIDE OF THE COIN. TO ACHIEVE MAXIMUM ENJOYMENT, LET US FLIP THE COIN AND SEE WHAT ELSE IS THERE TO EXPLORE. A coffee experience is well known for its complex sensory characteristics and is often consumed for the sensory experience it provides. What kind of coffee do I […]
Why I prefer to drink coffee at home There’s one important reason why it’s better to drink coffee at home. It isn’t the fact that no one can make coffee better than you. (That isn’t likely.) The truth is, to fully appreciate something, one needs to be intimately involved in its conception. Thus, if I […]
A cup is a vessel dedicated to carry our coffee to great places, so don’t underestimate it! Consider, for instance, the strong parallels this container shares with our clothing. Employing various combinations of apparel, we can flaunt certain parts of our body, soul, and creative spirit. The same is true when showcasing coffee. Imagine the […]
This is a very common saying. In fact, I’ve used it myself on numerous occasions. But that was before I’d come to appreciate the Asian view on coffee culture—one that is far more liberal. In the East, people take a less pretentious approach than their western counterparts, and judgement is splendidly lacking. Does bad coffee […]
There’s nothing quite like a fresh start Coffee is not just a drink. It’s a wonderful sensational experience! To fully appreciate the aromas and flavors of our coffee drinks, we should make it a habit to cleanse our mouths properly before taking the first sip. What’s the best way to cleanse our palates? There are […]
Coffee travel around South – East Asia When I was travelling around Asia, I spoke with many local baristas. I also used the chance to participate in various coffee brewing workshops. I am amazed, how baristas in Asia generally have a strong desire to really understand the complex processes of coffee growing, harvesting, processing, roasting, […]
We live only to discover beauty. All else is a form of waiting ~ Kahlil Gibran, Lebanese writer (1883- 1931) Let’s experience the beauty of life – every moment! Let’s not wait for something to happen because the Now is all we have. Beauty happens all the time. ?
Mindful Coffee Moments: Grinding Coffee Beans The mortar and pestle are ancient grinding utensils and historically closely associated with creating medicine. They are effective tools to prepare ingredients and to bring out aromatic and essential oils in a natural way. In the Ethiopian culture, coffee preparation is a mindful ceremony during which the beans are […]
Energy in coffee – four small articles Smell, Taste, Enjoy or what is true coffee passion. Every coffee-lover should have at least three coffee monkeys inside themselves. Each monkey has a different task. One focuses on tasting flavours. Another one explores the aromas with his/her nose. And one more monkey feels the body of the […]
Large-sample experiment, conducted in Brazil A recent study had been conducted during a specialty coffee event in Brazil. The goal of the study was to investigate whether or not different shapes of coffee cups will affect the coffee drinking experience of taste and flavour. 276 participants – both amateurs and professional consumers – were asked […]
Simple things and small shifts in thinking can change our life… and the world. Often times, we are getting too comfortable in our daily routines. We stop challenging ourselves and lose the drive in making our life more meaningful, interesting and fun. One of the thing is “coffee”. Overview There is a way to make […]
Ideal recipe for coffee brewing, what it will work for each coffee “DOESN’T EXIST!” Coffee recipes are ideal, for beginning and coffee shops. Once you start with coffee brewing. After, you will get some new skills, try to avoid of using some recipes. Even in good coffee shops, where are experienced Baristas and often they […]
The way a person does one thing is the way they do everything. – an old Zen saying. How are we holding our coffee cups? Do you pay attention :-)? As a matter of fact, some psychologists suggest that the simple act of holding a coffee drink reveals some of our key personality traits or […]
“Work hard, be kind, and amazing things will happen.” – Conan O’Brien Visiting a coffee farm During our recent visit to Chiang Mai, in Northern Thailand we had been invited by local farmers to their coffee plantation to pick coffee cherries with them. This task was not as easy as we thought it would be! […]
Overview Did you know that Prague is the home of a famous, metaphorically called ‘Dancing House’ – a building that represents the Yin and Yang philosophy of life? The Yin and Yang symbol dates back to ancient China and represents the belief that everything in the universe consists of two forces that are opposing but […]
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History ‘If Ethiopia is the heart of coffee, Yemen is the mind.’ – Albert Zijlstra, Volcanocafé Between the 8th and the 12th century, wild Coffea plants had been discovered in the jungles of Ethiopia. It is believed that local nomadic mountain people were the first ones noticing the coffee’s stimulating effect. Copyright secured by Digiprove © 2018Some Rights ReservedOriginal content […]
The passionate pursuit of an ideal Kodawari Kodawari is the noun form of kodawaru, an intransitive verb meaning “to be sensitive to minor things”. Japanese Culture and Behavior: Selected Readings., edited by Takie Sugiyama Lebra, William P. Lebr “Kodawari, the desired quality of focus and perfection-seeking, is a constant goal for makers of coffee, and […]
A blog about the Coffee culture of a less known, but vibrant city within the EU Find yourself in one of the inspiring coffee shops within this innovative and timeless city Košice – the second biggest city in Slovakia – has a rich history and a long multicultural tradition. It’s a fascinating cosmopolitan city, where […]
Go within every day and find the inner strength so that the world will not blow your candle out. – Katherine Dunham The act of preparing and enjoying a cup of delicious coffee is a wonderful morning ritual, especially during the winter time. The moments between waking up in the morning and getting ready for […]
Two main coffee brewing methods INFUSION METHODS: It can be any method, where the water consistently flows through ground coffee from the filter to the cup. The exit holes of the coffee-maker are open and not blocked. Pre-infusion gives you control over clarity and extraction of the coffee brewing process. Copyright secured by Digiprove © 2017-2019Some Rights ReservedOriginal content here […]
The New Year celebration with cup of coffee Usually, The New Year, I am starting with my traditional cup of coffee, created from the nice people that I have met during the previous year. For each person, I add one coffee bean. Copyright secured by Digiprove © 2019Some Rights ReservedOriginal content here is published under these license terms: X License Type:Attribution, Share […]
Coffee – stories from coffee beans to coffee cups Every story has an end, but in life, every end is a new beginning. – Dakota Fanning (Uptown Girls) As a matter of fact, design parameters – such as the size, the shape and the opening of a cup – alter the multisensory tasting experience of […]
The Akha People of Northern Thailand One does not have the ability to throw away our customs any more than a buffalo has the ability to have its footprints one place and its body someplace else. Copyright secured by Digiprove © 2018Some Rights ReservedOriginal content here is published under these license terms: X License Type:Attribution, Share AlikeLicense Abstract:You may copy this content, […]
Grinder If the grinder, is not of very good quality, you will get lots of dust in the coffee. The dust will get into the coffee mainly when you do coffee via French press, Mokka pot, or you can use steel filters. The brewing process can continue afterwards, and the taste of the coffee drink […]
Cups vs. Mugs Beauty comes in all shapes and sizes What are the differences between cups and mugs? There are many possible different definitions for cups and mugs. Generally, it can be concluded that the capacity is the main aspect that differentiates cups from mugs. Cups are smaller than mugs. A cup typically holds not […]
The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The next best time is today. – Chinese proverb Trees on Coffee plantation We need trees. Why are trees so important? According to the Irish Botanist, Diana Beresford-Kroeger, trees are the most important living organisms on earth! Trees protect and feed our planet. They […]
The art of lighting “The secret to life is to put yourself in the right lighting. For some, it’s a Broadway spotlight; for others, a lamplit desk. Use your natural powers — of persistence, concentration, and insight — to do work you love and work that matters. Solve problems. make art, think deeply.” – Susan […]
Possible sensory characteristics of the final coffee drink CORRECT: sweetness, complex acidity/fruit tones, sweet & ripe, full body, long ending UNDER-EXTRACTED: Sourness, saltiness, grassy, quick finish, lacking sweet, straw feeling OVER-EXTRACTED: bitter, sharp, dry, saltiness FLAT FLAVOURS: Usually the problem is not only created during the brewing process (for example by not choosing a suitable […]
Blooming – what is it? The blooming process is one of the more important processes of the coffee preparation. The main reason is that this time one starts the first relation/connection between the water and the coffee grains. Also, this time you start to create the flavours. Copyright secured by Digiprove © 2018-2019Some Rights ReservedOriginal content here is published under […]
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Home Barista vs. Barista If we want to prepare and enjoy tasty coffee at home, it is important to keep in mind that every little detail during the brewing process matters. Always remember you can prepare better coffee at home than in coffee shops, the professional Baristas! Copyright secured by Digiprove © 2018Some Rights ReservedOriginal content here is published under […]
Coffee enjoying & Brewing skills Buy freshly roasted, whole beans. I prefer to purchase beans that come with a roasting date that is not older than 2 to 4 weeks. I use them within 6 weeks. Copyright secured by Digiprove © 2017-2018Some Rights ReservedOriginal content here is published under these license terms: X License Type:Attribution, Share AlikeLicense Abstract:You may copy this content, […]
The good life is one inspired by love and guided by knowledge. – Bertrand Russell COFFEE TRAVEL STORY NO.1 When I was travelling around Asia, I spoke with many local baristas. I also used the chance to participate in various coffee brewing workshops. Copyright secured by Digiprove © 2018-2019Some Rights ReservedOriginal content here is published under these license terms: X License Type:Attribution, […]
Trust our Instincts or Rely on Knowledge and Data? Tuning into our physical sensations and gut instincts will help us in making the right decisions, not only when preparing coffee. Let’s not ignore what our body is trying to tell us. Let’s not just follow recipes, without seeing, touching, tasting, listening and smelling. Copyright secured by Digiprove © 2019Some Rights […]
LIFE IS ART. The Gallery Drip Coffee shop is located at the bottom floor of the Bangkok Art and Culture Center, right next to the entrance. Surrounded by lofty glass windows, the space of the coffee-shop is limited yet it is bursting with inspiring work of art. Guests are invited to enjoy coffee while appreciating […]
In Hong Kong, the weather is usually hot and humid with plenty of sunshine. Moments from Hong Kong I was surprised when I discovered that most specialty coffee shops serve their coffee drinks together with a glass of warm water. In Europe, we usually drink cold or even iced water – and not just during […]
Kissaten is Japanese style of the morning ritual, “Eat good with a cup of coffee in the morning.” This is the first step for success day. Here, you can find five amazing places to get fully energetic breakfast with tasty coffee in Chiang Mai / Thailand. The city is called also “Capital city of coffee in South-East […]
Bajawa, Flores Island – Indonesia Sky above. Earth below. Peace within do you know where is it this place? Read more…. The charming and picturesque town Bajawa is located in the central highlands of the snake-shaped island of Flores, Indonesia. It’s the capital of the Ngada Regency, which is part of the East Nusa Tenggara […]
Singapore The city offers an interesting specialty coffee culture. It’s a blend of traditional and futuristic, forward-thinking highlights. It combines traditional Asian coffee preparing rituals that are inspired by the Buddhist tea ceremony with various modern aspects. A lot of inspiration comes from Australia’s unique coffee culture. Coffee-lovers in Singapore are dynamic and creative, but […]
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 […]
Knowing what difference water can make About 98 percent of your cup of coffee is water. Knowing and taking into account the quality and characteristic of water is a crucial part in the art of coffee-brewing. Different locations around the world have different kinds of water. The mineral balance and added substances of the water […]
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There are many different ways to enjoy coffee. It all depends on you and your preferences. The magic of lightly roasted beans I like to drink light roasted coffee – simple and straight, without milk or sugar. I prefer more acidic coffee and enjoy discovering as many different, vibrant flavors and aromas as possible. Freshly […]
Moments fro Asia During my last day in Chiang Mai, I rented a bike and decided to drive out of the city center to explore more interesting places. After driving around for a couple hours, I discovered a Buddhist temple, next to a small village. I left my bike at the gate I entered the […]
It does not matter if you are preparing Espresso, Pour-Over, Chemex or Hario. Do not mind what other people are saying. Only you know, what is best for you. You chose your favorite coffee preparation process. Do not let other people manipulate you. A coffee prayer could help you to improve the way you are […]
How to correctly drink coffee, or how do you like to drink coffee? Do you mix your coffee drink with a spoon? Do you drink it at once or do you wait? Do drink it cold, or very hot, warm?What is the best way to enjoy your coffee, did you think about this? Maybe it […]
Vietnam is not known for specialty coffee. Well, not yet. During our visit to the second largest coffee producing country in the world, we discovered an emerging specialty coffee movement. There is a growing close-knit, highly entrepreneurial natured community that is keen to spread their passion for high-grade and carefully crafted coffee beans and bring […]
