The short answer is no, drinking coffee does not dehydrate you—at least, not in the way many people think. While caffeine is a mild diuretic (meaning it can increase urine production), the fluid you consume with your coffee more than makes up for that effect. Studies...
If you’ve ever ordered or brewed an espresso and noticed that golden, foamy layer on top, you’ve seen crema in action. Crema is that rich, caramel-colored froth that sits on the surface of a freshly pulled shot. It’s often seen as a sign of a...
There are three factors you can play with to get the perfect shot: ☕ Make sure you use the right quantity of coffee. This depends on the size of your Portafilter. Most common is 20-22g for a double shot ☕ Adjust your grinder to a finer setting...
When it comes to coffee, two of the most commonly known and consumed bean types are Robusta and Arabica. Arabica beans, which make up about 60–70% of the world’s coffee production, are prized for their smooth, nuanced flavour profiles. Grown primarily in higher altitudes, Arabica...
Our organic Peruvian beans are farmed exclusively by women as part the Café Femenino initiative. Women in remote and rural coffee communities face a host of challenges that keep them trapped in poverty. Many of these isolated women live in male-dominated societies and have very little...
Step by step guide to brewing the best Stove top coffee: ☕ Fill the bottom of your Moka pot with cold water to just below the pressure valve ☕ Grind the beans: You need medium-fine coffee for stovetop ☕ Fill the coffee holder and tap the side to...
Our Peruvian beans are a blend from 12 different producers in Northern Peru, which creates a cup that’s typical of the region. The coffee dries on the farmer’s patio and is then analysed, cupped and graded before the producers are paid in full, the same...
If you're a Cafetiere lover we've put together some top tips to help you make the perfect cup: ☕ Warm the Cafetiere with boiling water ☕ Grind the beans: Cafetieres need medium coarse coffee ☕ For one person, add 2–2.5tbsp of coffee to the press (and 250ml of...
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