Caffeine is a naturally occurring substance found in coffee, tea, and cacao. Millions of people worldwide depend on this stimulant for a morning energy boost. And while caffeine does not adversely affect the vast majority of people, for some it can cause digestive problems, anxiety, and tremors,...
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Insider Tea Steeping Tips to Ensure an Exceptional Cup Every Time
Are you tired of offering guests a nice cup of tea, only to worry obsessively if it’s watered down, or – worse – watch them wince after a bitter first sip? Keep reading for some key tea steeping tips that will ensure a phenomenal cup each and every time. Before placing the kettle on the stove,...
Do You Know How Our Flavored Coffee Beans are Flavored?
Hazelnut. French Vanilla... Cinnamon. French. Toast. Specialty flavored coffee beans have become a mouth-watering staple at coffee shops and cafes over the last several decades, giving coffee lovers a virtual kaleidoscope of options to choose from. But have you ever wondered how flavored coffee...
Follow These 7 Steps to Brew the Best Drip Coffee for Your Holiday Guests
There are so many ways to brew coffee, and no single method truly outclasses another. Sure, aficionados will gush over the pour-over method or their French press – and rightfully so – but when friends and families are gathered at your home for the holidays, inevitably the auto drip coffee brewer...
Conquer Holiday Shopping When You Purchase Coffee Beans Online
Hear that? The clock is ticking for last-minute holiday shoppers. Let it tick. You can conquer the holiday shopping season while saving yourself time, money, and stress when you purchase coffee beans online. Consider the following: Avoid the crowds: Imagine: no traffic jams, no lines, and no...
Finding the Perfect Fall Coffee Recipe Can Be a Piece of Cake
Most of us think coffee cakes are something to eat with coffee, not something made from coffee. And, to be fair, that’s how coffee cakes originated hundreds of years ago in Europe – all cake, no coffee. Still, there’s nothing quite like a coffee cake that incorporates an actual brew, like those...
Talking Organic Fair Trade Coffee
We’re talking organic fair trade coffee with Steve Izzo from Orinoco Coffee & Tea in suburban D.C. Steve’s been in the coffee trade for years and has real hands-on experience with the fair trade market and the growing role of organic. Steve, how deep are your roots? Steve: I’ve been deeply...
Cooking With Coffee | Coffee Toffee
If you really want the coffee flavor to shine through, I’d recommend brewing a strong cup of coffee or use espresso. What You Need Ingredients 1 cup (2 sticks) butter 3/4 cup granulated white sugar 3/4 cup light brown sugar 1/4 cup brewed coffee (or espresso) 1 tablespoon light corn syrup...
Cooking With Coffee | Black Magic Cake
This devilish cake might just be the perfect dessert for your next gathering. What You Need Ingredients For the Cake butter for pans 2 cups white sugar 1 3/4 cups all purpose flour 3/4 cups unsweetened cocoa powder 2 teaspoons baking soda 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon salt...
Easy Lemonade
Looking for an easy way to make your own lemonade without having to add more product lines to your shop? Look no further than Monin Lemon Syrup! INGREDIENTS 2 oz. Monin Lemon Syrup 5 oz. water 2 wedges fresh lemon ice PREPARATION 1. Combine all ingredients, except fresh lemon...