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Single Origin Coffee

You can never compare a hot cup of gourmet coffee with a mere processed coffee you bought at a grocery store you came across on the street. They are worlds apart. They are different from each other in ways you can never imagine if you’ve never tried the former.

Gourmet coffee has a classic and typical taste and a unique and distinct aroma from the beans. The texture and the aftertaste that it has never fail to leave gourmet coffee lovers in a Zen place. Gourmet coffee is generally never bitter as compare to regular coffee. Like a good wine which is known to have a distinctive flavor, a quality gourmet coffee is prepared to give coffee drinkers a pleasurable experience every time.

Gourmet coffee marketing is also different from how regular coffee is marketed. They come in whole beans and they are almost always sourced from estates that are known to possess specific and unique characteristics.

If you are a true blue coffee lover like you claim to be, you should know the distinct properties of different estates. Every estate has its own unique characteristics, familiarize yourself around these stuff and you’re bound to know which properties work for your discriminating taste. Thus, your next coffee orders will be directed to a specific estate.

Gourmet coffee processing is way slower in comparison to ordinary coffee in order for the coffee beans to retain its full flavor and aroma. Take for example the Kopi Luwak you tasted from the Philippines. You probably found a muted acidity with an aroma of roasted nuts plus dark chocolate along with a syrupy and chocolaty aftertaste to it. The place where coffee is cultivated actually plays a big part on the taste, acidity, aroma, and aftertaste of a coffee bean.

That being said, coffee experts have come up with the concept of single origin coffee over the years. The same bean could have a different taste when it is being cultivated in different estates even in the same region. This is one of the reasons why an estate coffee is a step ahead of single origin coffee.

The soil where the coffee is grown as well as the climate, the species, the altitude, and the coffee processing methods define a single origin coffee.

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Posted by Olga Hartman - May 14, 2014 at 9:36 am

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Find Zen In Drinking Gourmet Coffee

Coffee hails from all the different regions in the world. Since coffee is and can be grown almost everywhere too, many cultures and nations have different approach to it. But how is gourmet coffee produced?

Coffee beans are from different parts of the world but they are processed in the same way of turning coffee beans into coffee. Beans are picked, dried and sorted out. Of course only beans that haven’t been broken or splintered into half are picked and packed for commercial use. The roasting process of these coffee beans is one of the, if not the most, important steps in coffee making. The coffee will end up tasting weak if the roasting process is not done well. Conversely, if the coffee has been roasted a little too much, the coffee will end up tasting burnt.

When you talk about gourmet, it means that a food or a drink has been made finer by having an expert judge and improve it.  Though anything improved usually means a higher demand and can mean a little bit costly compared to the usual ones.

Nonetheless, there are still other factors that one must consider for gourmet coffee. It is more than just roasting your coffee perfectly. Just like building a structure, any coffee maker must have a plan that ensures that client needs are met and delivered.

Be honest now, do you have those days when you feel like nothing can make you relaxed and stress free aside from treating yourself with flavored coffee or drinks? Roasters nowadays are able to add flavors to simple coffee, giving it a totally unique taste. Some of these examples are adding chocolate syrups, hazelnut, vanilla and even caramel. Anyone can be guilty of this. People are seemingly addicted to some childhood treats. And their coffee having a new exciting taste can be really satisfying and indulging.

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Posted by Olga Hartman - May 5, 2014 at 8:43 am

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Finding The Right Gourmet Coffee

Coffee is so popular that it is a favorite of many all over the world, and it sparks interest in all of us, something we all can share. Gourmet coffee beans may refer to the high-quality ones, but they can also be those that have enhanced flavors. The choice of these beans though differs from one individual to another. It depends on the personal preference of the coffee drinker, whether they are looking for gourmet flavored beans, or ones that are grown in a particular area

You can avail of them from you local grocery store, but you’re not sure just how fresh and authentic they could be. Coffee shops may be quite expensive, but you can rest assured they’re selling the real deal.

Premium gourmet coffee beans are grown perfect environmental conditions. Imagine an island with a plantation surrounded by trees wherein the air is crisp and clean since it is far away from other lands. The soil is fertile and the climate is ideal. The water that the mountains of this island are getting is from the clean ocean which is why plants can grow easily. Coffee beans must be under shade trees that protect them from the harsh rays of the sun.

Before purchasing your gourmet coffee beans, you may want to shop around about what type of coffee you particularly want since there is an array of options available. Since each area has a different setting and environment, so they are all diverse.

You can opt for a coffee bean based on its acidity, flavor, and strength or robustness. Some gourmet coffee beans may have a more robust and full-bodied flavors while some may have a tinge of spice.

By doing meticulous research, you are on your way to finding the perfect gourmet coffee beans that suit your palate. Taste testing won’t hurt, too.

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Posted by Olga Hartman - April 21, 2014 at 4:48 pm

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Gourmet Coffee For You And Me

If you are getting tired of hum drum coffee, then it’s about time to go for something diverse and exciting. Go ahead and spritz up your mornings with a cup of “gourmet coffee”.

The dictionary defines gourmet food down as this, “Gourmet food is that which is of the highest quality, perfectly prepared and artfully presented.” If you only want the highest quality when it comes to food, you choose a classy restaurant. When you need premier quality coffee, you can get this at the comfort of your own home. You can actually make it where ever you want.

Gourmet coffee can cost more than the standard supermarket brands, but there’s just no comparison when it comes to quality. You can enjoy it alone, or whenever guests arrive at your humble home.

To whip up your own gourmet coffee, begin with the coffee beans. Gourmet Coffee beans can be bought in many different forms, you can buy it by the pound or by the kilo and so on and there is a wide array of varieties to choose from. Some of the well-loved gourmet coffee beans include Kona, Jamaican Blue Mountain, and Sumatra types.

I love coffee for life, I just can’t imagine life without coffee. I love it for the rich taste it lets me experience every time I get a sip, and I love it just as much for the kick I get out of it.

Even when I’m running late in the morning, I still find time to make a cup of gourmet coffee for me. I’ll be perpetually thankful to the one who discovered this elixir.

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Posted by Olga Hartman - January 26, 2014 at 12:11 pm

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15 Things Every Coffee Drinker Should Know

When you talk about gourmet, it means that a food or a drink has been made finer by having an expert judge and improve it.  Though anything improved usually means a higher demand and can mean a little bit costly compared to the usual ones.

A lot of people now prefer gourmet coffee to its supermarket counterpart for reasons not hard to fathom. But let’s get back to basics, why can’t we do without coffee? If you happen to be one of the people who can’t interact with humans before coffee, you might find this video interesting.

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Posted by Olga Hartman - January 2, 2014 at 12:09 pm

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Importance of Water Temperature for Gourmet Coffee

How does the temperature have influence on the flavor profile, you may ask. Just so you know, coffee is best served at temperatures of 70°C to 80°C or 155°F to 175°F. A lot of people opt for the higher temperatures. It’s actually way higher than the ideal temperature of coffee.

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Posted by Olga Hartman - December 20, 2013 at 10:37 am

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Gourmet Coffee Catering Service

Gourmet coffee catering can give you a break. This kind of business will give you the best hot and cold drinks, coffee included! You can get their services at your next party, reception, or any other events where drinks are called for. They will do all the work for you.

They will show up to the event and have everything set up. They will have a more than sufficient supply of coffee, tea, and hot apple cider. Expect to have a wide array of choice of beverages. Anticipate that hot drinks will be loved the most, well, yeah, because coffee! Even all the cleaning up, they’ve got it covered. All the napkins and cups, you need not worry. They got it.

Hiring the services of a beverage catering company is generally great. For your monthly meetings, get their monthly service! All the employees and bosses will love having a fresh cup of Joe in the morning meetings.

It will spare you a significant amount of time and will make coordinating your business meetings a lot less stressful on your part!

A lot of those who patronize this kind of catering company claim that they have had so many successful events, parties, and meetings. They have discovered that hiring a gourmet coffee catering company is a fabulous, and stress-free way to go!

One of the best things about these catering services is that a lot of them are small operations, so they are on the prowl to give the best quality and customer services to their clientele. If you are planning to have an event and thinking about how to make it a deliciously successful one, hire the service of a gourmet coffee catering service!

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Posted by Olga Hartman - December 12, 2013 at 4:46 pm

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What Is Gourmet Coffee – How Is It Different and How Is It Made?

Today, the word “gourmet” in gourmet coffee must give you even a slight idea that there is something premium or elite about this coffee, and that’s what gourmet coffee really is!

 

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Posted by Olga Hartman - November 24, 2013 at 10:11 am

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Gourmet Coffee Drink Recipes : Irish Steamer Recipe

Gourmet Coffee Drink Recipes : Irish Steamer Recipe

We all have our staple and go-to coffee recipe, but variety is the spice of life! That said, it’s better to be always on the lookout for something new. Yes, even with the cup of Joe you have every morning. Looking for new ideas? Watch this video.

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Posted by Olga Hartman - November 10, 2013 at 1:46 pm

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The Wonders Of Gourmet Coffee

There are people who get a kick out of grinding their own gourmet beans as preselected for them, but aficionados of gourmet beans love creating their own fusion of different beans to come up with a unique kind of flavor.

However, you need not have to be a connoisseur just to be able to enjoy gourmet beans. The beans themselves, even sans being ground in uniquemixes, have an impeccable taste and can be ground on their own.

Luckily, today, there are a lot of online stores now that give reasonable prices for a wide array of selection of premium gourmet beans. It’s not exactly a secret that the supermarket version of coffee is way cheaper, however, you should  know that when you go for gourmet type of beans, you get to have a richer, stronger, and more encompassing flavors of coffee. Some of which even come with hints of chocolate, vanilla, fruit and many other glorious essences.

There are so many interesting characteristics of gourmet coffee beans that give them their extraordinary flavors like roasting time, flavors and undertones. Try it on for size and you might just get your fancy tweaked.

You know what they say, sharing is caring. That said, it’s best to have your coffee shared with other people, especially ones you care about. You can give premium gourmet coffee beans as a gift. If the recipient happens to not have any coffee grinder at home, it’s best to grind the beans first before giving them.

A lot of people have been underrating the myriads of gourmet coffee flavors. If you can, always go for gourmet coffee. Don’t settle with mediocrity, and gourmet coffee beans will never give you it. Luxury and impeccability, those are what gourmet coffee beans scream.

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Posted by Olga Hartman - August 28, 2013 at 1:11 pm

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