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Coffee Origins, Growing, Roasting, Blending & Cupping

You’ve moved beyond navigating the local coffeehouse menu and figuring out how to brew at home – you’re ready for more serious coffee reading! Here, you can learn about advanced aspects of coffee, including coffee regions and origins, how coffee is grown, roasting and blending, the espresso family and how to cup coffee, so grab a cuppa Joe and read on!
African & Arabian Coffee Tasting Notes
Africa and Arabia produce a wide range of coffee favor profiles. From Bugishu to Yirgacheffe, this guide covers the aromas and tastes of Africa and Arabia's many coffees.
Coffee Roast Types - Light, Medium, Dark
Coffee roasts range from light (such as Cinnamon Roast) to Medium (such as Breakfast Roasts) to dark (such as French Roast). Know the differences with this guide from The National Coffee Association.
How to Pull a Great Espresso Shot
Pulling a great shot of espresso is an art form that takes time and effort to learn, but this easy guide provides the basics for building your skill.
Coffee From Seed to Cup
According to the National Coffee Association, there are ten steps that transform coffee from seed to cuppa. These are those steps.
Coffee Cupping Basics - How to Taste Coffee
Coffee cupping helps you develop your palate and select your ideal coffees. Here's how to do it like a pro.

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