Coffee Articles

Food and Drink » Coffee | By Jerry Johnson @ Friday, 30th November 2007 @ 5:36 PM

What is organic coffee? Organic coffee is grown using methods and materials that have a low impact on the environment. Organic production systems reload and preserve soil fertility, reduce the use of toxic and persistent pesticides and fertilizers, and construct biologically diverse agriculture. Third-party certification organizations verify that organic farmers use only techniques and substances allowed in organic production. What does it mean to be certified organic? In order for coffe... more...

Food and Drink » Coffee | By John Hilaire @ Tuesday, 27th November 2007 @ 12:39 AM

Coffee is so popular these days that it ranks as one of the three top beverages that people drink. Different people have different tastes, which is the reason why coffee manufacturers have taken to blends and coffee flavors to meet the demands and tastes of different people. The different kinds of coffee and coffee blends are sometimes called gourmet coffee. The Beginning Of Coffee The discovery of coffee was sometime in the 9th century, in Ethiopia, when a shepherd notice his goa... more...

Food and Drink » Coffee | By David Urmann @ Sunday, 25th November 2007 @ 4:04 PM

A great day begins with a cup of freshly roasted coffee. And that you get from an excellent coffee pod. Pods or coffee pods or espresso pods are a simple way to get a perfect espresso and with excellent results. But for the beginners let's answer a simple question first i.e. what are coffee pods? Coffee pods are freshly roasted coffee, ground perfect, tampered to the correct pressure and then encapsulated in a paper. It is the beginning of a rich experience of the way you drink coff... more...

Food and Drink » Coffee | By David Urmann @ Sunday, 25th November 2007 @ 11:52 AM

Only a few can disagree that a great day starts with a cup of rich coffee. A great flavored cup of hot coffee is a perfect way to begin your day. And most of the readers interested in this article like it that way only. The most important part in getting close to the perfect cup is brewing. This part is quite crucial once you have selected and grinded the fine gourmet coffee beans. Of course, brewing only starts after you have grinded the coffee well. For those who know less abou... more...

Food and Drink » Coffee | By John Hilaire @ Wednesday, 21st November 2007 @ 12:28 AM

For many individuals breakfast is not complete until one enjoys a good cup of caffeine. Many enjoy their cafe with cream, with cream and sugar or simply enjoy a good cup of cafe with nothing added. For many that cup of caffeine is simply brewed at home using an automatic coffeemaker or by purchasing a cup of caffeine down at the local diner or by ordering at a local caffeine shop. However, for some coffee drinkers it may come as a surprise that the original color of the caffeine bean is n... more...

Food and Drink » Coffee | By Gaizka Pujana @ Friday, 16th November 2007 @ 5:29 PM

This has become an extremely popular beverage in all its different forms and is today considered to be the most widely consumed drink in the world. Whether your preferred cup of tea is actually an espresso, latte, cappuccino, filter, mocha or even instant coffee, it should be noted that these drinks are all derived from the little coffee bean. The cup of coffee has received a great deal of fame and publicity over the years and has starred in many movies, plays and books. Coffee has bee... more...

Food and Drink » Coffee | By Gaizka Pujana @ Friday, 16th November 2007 @ 12:57 PM

However you like your coffee whether it is espresso, cappuccino, latte, freshly ground or even instant - it should be noted that coffee is known today as one of the most widespread types of beverage consumed around the world. Coffee is a popular drink that is made from seeds of the coffee plant that have been roasted. This well-liked beverage is believed to have been first discovered and consumed in Ethiopia in the 9th century. Today, the small evergreen coffee bush is grown in Africa, L... more...

Food and Drink » Coffee | By Jim Brown @ Thursday, 15th November 2007 @ 8:49 PM

Coffee is said to be the most popular beverage in the world today. People drink it at the breakfast table at home, at the office during a much needed 15 minute stress break or at the nearby cafe while exchanging stories with a good friend. This love for coffee has made it a staple drink for most of us. And if your family is hooked on this beverage, then maybe it is time to get yourself your very own coffee maker so that you can make your delicious cups at home. Surely, your kitchen would love to... more...

Food and Drink » Coffee | By John Hilaire @ Thursday, 15th November 2007 @ 12:39 AM

There are many countries that are synonymous with the production of coffee beans. Those countries could include Columbia, Brazil, Guatemala, Arabia, etc. However, one may not consider the country of the United States as a producer of fine coffee. This oversight may be due to the fact that one may forget that Hawaii is part of the United States and that Hawaii is known for their production of coffee. Two particular Hawaiian islands that are know for their coffee is the Big Island and the I... more...

Food and Drink » Coffee | By John Hilaire @ Friday, 9th November 2007 @ 1:12 AM

A debate that has been raging for the last few years boils down to one basic thought: is healthy coffee a myth or a reality? Many researchers believe that the health benefits of drinking a cup of coffee greatly outweigh the supposed ill effects of the drink. There is so much information available on the pros and cons of drinking coffee that many consumers are becoming confused. Is coffee a healthy drink or is it harmful to the body and best avoided? Let's try to answer that question. more...

Food and Drink » Coffee | By John Hilaire @ Saturday, 3rd November 2007 @ 12:19 AM

If any individual was to be asked to provide a one word description in response to the word Hawaii, there would be a variety of answers. Some of those responses could include the word aloha, Pearl Harbor, Waikiki, Honolulu, the hula, etc. Of course all of these word associations in response to Hawaii would be completely accurate. However, if the individual asked was a coffee drinker the chances would be great that they would respond with the word coffee. In particular one Hawaii coffee th... more...

Food and Drink » Coffee | By Kerry Ng @ Sunday, 28th October 2007 @ 10:06 PM

Coffee lovers will tell you that the best coffee comes from beans grounded immediately before the coffee is brewed. Old Time coffee drinkers know this by heart. That's why No kitchen is complete without a coffee grinder. Waking up in the morning and grinding up a fresh batch of coffee beans and throwing it into the coffee maker and then anticipating that first sip of fresh hot coffee! Now that is the good life! What Makes a Great Coffee Grinder? When it comes to coffee grind... more...

Food and Drink » Coffee | By Jimmy Cox @ Monday, 22nd October 2007 @ 8:44 AM

Coffee is not only universal, but controversial. It is a strange fact that other people's coffee often seems mysteriously to be more delicious than your own. This is possibly an extension of the basic premise that any meal you did not cook will seem excellent. There are approximately a hundred ways to make coffee - (yes, there are!) - but there is probably only one way that suits you. Our personal preference is a Chemex - but in the past we have loved percolators - and in our ... more...

Food and Drink » Coffee | By Gary Terrazas @ Tuesday, 9th October 2007 @ 2:17 PM

Many people drink coffee every day. They drink it with breakfast, lunch, and even dinner. The workplace introduces many people to coffee as they feel it keeps them awake, alert, and more productive. Coffee makers vary from single cup to multi cup but all generally do one thing. Make coffee. You might wonder where to find a coffee maker that is just right for you. There are many places either near you or on line where you can find a coffee maker. If you ask most people where to find ... more...

Food and Drink » Coffee | By Adrian Adams @ Monday, 8th October 2007 @ 2:16 PM

If you've ever wondered how to make the perfect pot of coffee you aren't alone. With so many coffee makers, brewers, and cappuccino makers many people often wonder if they are making the best quality cup of coffee that they are capable of brewing. By taking some steps into consideration, you can ensure that your next pot of coffee is the best that it can be. First, a great pot of coffee begins with good water. If your water is of poor quality, it is recommended that you use... more...

Food and Drink » Coffee | By Adrian Adams @ Monday, 8th October 2007 @ 2:16 PM

You know that you love to drink coffee every day. You've probably also realized that nothing wakes you up like the fresh brewed aroma of coffee as it percolates first thing in the morning. However, did you realize that in addition to being your favorite drink, and start to your morning routine, that there are a number of household uses that you can use coffee for? Well, not exactly your fresh brewed pot, but the coffee grounds. Many people simply discard grounds after they are thr... more...

Food and Drink » Coffee | By Shawn Hickman @ Friday, 31st August 2007 @ 6:06 PM

Coffee, the drink of choice to start, end, and get through the day for millions. If you are reading this then you are probably one of those millions, or is it billions? Either way, there are a lot of us that would never dream of getting through our day without this wonderful brewed beverage. When you think about it, coffee may be one of the driving forces in our world. How many works of art, great pieces of literature, business ideas, government policies, or anything else for that matter ... more...

Food and Drink » Coffee | By Ann Stewart @ Friday, 31st August 2007 @ 4:59 PM

A 2005 study found that 'In contrast to early studies, recent research indicates that habitual moderate coffee intake does not represent a health hazard and may even be associated with beneficial effects on cardiovascular health 'In fact, no clear association between coffee and the risk of high blood pressure, heart attack or other cardiovascular diseases has been demonstrated Data collected for the first National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey Epidemiological (NHANES I... more...

Food and Drink » Coffee | By Ivanovich Cuxev @ Saturday, 18th August 2007 @ 10:13 PM

There is something so relaxing and lazy about sitting at a table having an aromatic cup of coffee. It is hard to stop at one cup that is for certain. However, coffee isn't what it used to be. Since gourmet coffee has hit the shelves it is not longer just something to you do just to perk you up in the morning, it something you drink to enjoy the taste and irresistible flavor of these incredibly made coffees. People who do not drink coffee often wonder what is so great about gourm... more...

Food and Drink » Coffee | By Adrian Adams @ Friday, 3rd August 2007 @ 4:24 PM

While you may have heard the phrase "green coffee" thrown around at your local cafe, many people are still unaware of what it actually is. No, it isn't oddly colored java or moldy beans! Essentially, green coffee is coffee that is unroasted. When you purchase brown, glossy beans at the store, these beans have already been roasted and are ready for grinding - however with green coffee, you do all the roasting yourself. Why choose green coffee? In truth, the choice between gree... more...