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The History Of Coffee

The History Of Coffee

Explore the captivating journey of coffee from its ancient origins in Africa with Kaldi the goat herder to its spread through Arabia, Europe, and Brazil. Discover legendary tales of smuggling, pirate attacks, and secret coffee plantings that fueled coffee’s rise to global fame. Dive into this rich history of coffee’s world-spanning evolution!

How to brew tea

How to brew tea

Brew the perfect cup of tea with our guide on ideal brewing times, temperatures, and techniques. Learn how to make loose leaf, tea bag, and iced tea for ultimate flavor.

 History of Tea

 History of Tea

Discover the captivating history of tea, from its origins in ancient China to its global influence on cultures like Tibet, Japan, and England. Explore tea’s impact on trade, tradition, and culture worldwide.

Difference Between K-Cups and Pods

Difference Between K-Cups and Pods

Learn the key differences between K-Cups and coffee pods. Discover which option is compatible with your brewer, pros and cons, and the best choice for your coffee needs.

How to Brew Coffee

How to Brew Coffee

Master the art of coffee brewing with our guide! Learn the essential techniques and brewing methods to make a consistently great cup, from drip coffee to espresso.

Tea Packaging Options

Tea Packaging Options

Learn about the pros and cons of loose tea and tea bags. Discover how packaging affects tea flavor, freshness, and brewing experience for your perfect cup.

How to Grind Coffee

How to Grind Coffee

Coffee Grinding Basics The way you grind your coffee (and when you grind) is the first step toward influencing how the final brew tastes. Believe it or not, you can have the highest quality coffee, the perfect roast, pure water, premium filters, and an...

How to Roast Coffee

How to Roast Coffee

Learn the art of coffee roasting, from the first crack to the perfect roast levels. Discover how green beans transform into rich, flavorful coffee and how roast levels impact aroma and taste.

Coffee Packaging Options

Coffee Packaging Options

Explore popular coffee packaging formats, from bulk whole bean bags to single-serve options like pods and K-Cups. Learn about the benefits of pillow packs, filter packs, and how proprietary systems like Keurig impact your coffee choices.

Coffee Origins

Coffee Origins

Discover the world’s coffee-growing regions within the Coffee Belt, from Brazil to Ethiopia. Learn about the two main coffee varieties—Arabica and Robusta—and explore the top 10 coffee-producing countries, their unique coffee flavors, and the challenges that shape global coffee cultivation today.

How to Store Tea

How to Store Tea

Keep it Dry to Keep it Fresh Luckily it is a lot easier to store tea than it is to store coffee. By its nature, tea is a lot more stable than fresh coffee. It is still important, however, to store your tea properly to keep it fresh. Tea's worst enemy is moisture....

Types of Tea

Types of Tea

Discover the main types of tea, from black and green to oolong and white. Learn how each tea is processed and explore alternative teas like chai, rooibos, and yerba mate.

Where Tea is Grown

Where Tea is Grown

Explore the world’s top tea-growing regions, from China to India, Japan, and beyond. Discover how geography and culture shape the unique flavors of global teas.

How to Store Your Coffee

How to Store Your Coffee

How Long Does Coffee Stay Fresh? So you bought a pound or two (or ten) of your favorite gourmet coffee beans, you opened the bag, smelled that wonderful aroma, and brewed a pot. Now what? What are you going to do with that opened bag of coffee? Coffee is too good (and...