Coffee 101

Coffee info and education for coffee lovers, whether you're a novice or expert.

Q-Grader Sipping Coffee
Coffee 101

Q Graders: Experts in Coffee Quality

October 26, 2021 | 2 min read

There are many coffee professionals, but few hold the prestigious mark of an esteemed coffee quality expert, the Q Grader....

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US Grown Coffee: Kona

October 12, 2021 | 3 min read

Kona is quite unlike any other growing region in the world and has captured the hearts and cups of tourists and coffee lov...

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Coffee bags full of beans
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Experimental Coffee Processing: Anaerobic Fermentation

September 23, 2021 | 3 min read

Whether you’ve heard about coffee fermentation before or not, it’s good to understand this scientific process and why many...

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Coffee 101, Coffee Science

All About the Grams: The Importance of The Coffee to Water Ratio

September 14, 2021 | 3 min read

There is one major piece of this puzzle that the single-serve industry has got all wrong for far too long…the amount of co...

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Coffee Growing On Hill
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Impact of Growing Altitude on Coffee

September 07, 2021 | 2 min read

Along with general geographic traits like climate and soil, elevation is a critical component to the resulting taste profile.

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The Specialty Coffee Journey: Farm to Cup

August 24, 2021 | 3 min read

It’s important to understand the beautiful process of maintaining the highest quality standard from farm to cup. Here’s ho...

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Coffee Cherries
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Inside Bruvi® Lab: Finca El Paraiso

August 10, 2021 | 3 min read

By pushing the limits of experimental processing and not being confined by coffee tradition, El Paraiso plays by their own...

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Coffee Sustainability: Cascara, Coffee Fruit Tea
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Coffee Sustainability: Cascara, Coffee Fruit Tea

August 03, 2021 | 2 min read

Cascara is a commonly discarded byproduct of coffee, but when brewed right, it can be a great replacement for your afterno...

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Understanding Acidity in Coffee
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Understanding Acidity in Coffee

July 13, 2021 | 3 min read

While preference in coffee acidity levels is quite subjective, there are a lot of factors that lend to one coffee deliveri...

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Coffee Talk: “Pulling” a Shot of Espresso
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Coffee Talk: “Pulling” a Shot of Espresso

July 06, 2021 | 3 min read

If you’ve immersed yourself in the world of espresso or spent any amount in a coffee shop, you will certainly hear someone...

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How Coffees from Different Regions Across the World (Usually) Taste
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How Coffees from Different Regions Across the World (Usually) Taste

June 01, 2021 | 3 min read

There are some key characteristics that differentiate the various growing regions across the world. Learn how to tell the ...

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Know Your Coffee: Coffee Varietals and Cultivars
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Know Your Coffee: Coffee Varietals and Cultivars

May 18, 2021 | 4 min read

If you understand the variety of your specialty coffee, you will have a much better idea of what you can expect. Here’s so...

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Measuring Ground Coffee
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Why is Instant Coffee Still a Thing?

May 11, 2021 | 3 min read

More than one third of the world’s retail brewed coffee is instant coffee. Why drink instant coffee when you can get gourm...

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Coffee Grounds On Table
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When Does Coffee Go Bad?

April 27, 2021 | 3 min read

How do I know if the coffee beans sitting in my cupboard are still good? It’s not a simple answer but I’ll give you the to...

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A Trip to New Orleans: Coffee & Chicory
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A Trip to New Orleans: Coffee & Chicory

April 20, 2021 | 3 min read

While walking through the lively French Quarter you will notice many cafes that serve a less than typical brew, chicory co...

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How Bruvi® Evaluates Coffee
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The Art of Evaluating Coffee: How to Cup Coffee

April 06, 2021 | 3 min read

Quite simply, coffee cupping is just a comprehensive evaluation of a coffee’s taste, smell, and overall quality. This can ...

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How To Use AeroPress
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Decoding the AeroPress

March 23, 2021 | 3 min read

The beauty of the AeroPress is its simplicity. With coffee, water, a quick stir and a little time you can brew delicious c...

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The Last Coffee Drink Guide You’ll Ever Need
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The Last Coffee Drink Guide You’ll Ever Need

March 16, 2021 | 5 min read

Are you overwhelmed by all the coffee choices you have these days? Do you find yourself reverting back to the same drinks ...

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Mastering the Moka Pot
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Mastering the Moka Pot

March 09, 2021 | 3 min read

The Moka pot is a stovetop brewing method that has made a comeback among nostalgic hipsters and coffee lovers alike. Follo...

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Coffee Trends: Here’s What You Should Know
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Coffee Trends: Here’s What You Should Know

March 03, 2021 | 3 min read

The 2020 National Coffee Data Trends (NCDT) Report uncovered some interesting findings about who, what, where and how coff...

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Coffee 101

A Guide to the Perfect French Press

February 23, 2021 | 3 min read

The beauty of a French Press is its inherent simplicity. Once you figure out the right coffee to water ratio, water temp a...

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Iced Cold Brew Coffee
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Cold Brew Coffee 101: Not All Iced Coffee Is Equal

February 16, 2021 | 4 min read

Whether you’re a cold brew drinker or not, we’re here to tell you everything you need to know about what makes this coffee...

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Coffee Arabica
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What’s the Difference Between Arabica and Robusta Coffee?

February 02, 2021 | 3 min read

Fun fact, not all coffee comes from the same plant! There are two main species of coffee plants that grow the beans you fi...

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Understanding the Coffee Flavor Wheel
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Understanding the Coffee Flavor Wheel

January 05, 2021 | 3 min read

The coffee flavor wheel includes a variety of unique flavors that make up the specialty coffee you know and love from Bruv...

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