Coffee N’ Beans

USBC 2005 Day 2 & Semi Finals

CoffeeGeek provides a comprehensive look at over 150 photos from Day 2 and the Semi Finals from the 2005 United States Barista Championships, in Seattle.
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Nicotine in Tim Horton’s Coffee?
A friend of mine let me in on a secret: the reason Tim Horton’s coffee is so good is because they add nicotine to keep all us Canadian coffee-drinkers addicted. I looked at him with open disbelief. Sure, he said….

Saeco Vienna Deluxe, Grackel Bird

Bottom Line: Same product for less $$$… Click on Grackel Bird to read the rest of this review for more… Thnx
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New Orleans wakes up and smells the coffee… (Independent Online)
Most parts of hurricane-hit New Orleans are without water but coffee giant Starbucks has re-opened its doors to make sure that the jazz city’s residents get their daily dose of mocca java…

The BGA and the Third Wave

Nicholas Cho gives us an introductory article explaining the Barista Guild of America, what's going down at this year's SCAA Trade show in Seattle, and thoughts on the Third Wave.
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CoffeeGeek and You.

Jeanette Chan, our News Editor, has something very important to tell all the readers of the CoffeeGeek website regarding the ongoing health and longevity of this website and resource.
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Moo-Mango Smoothie
A coffee-mango based summer drink recipe.

Blackberry Summer Dream
A blackberry and coffee based summer drink recipe.

Coffee on the Road - Los Cabos, Mexico
In the land of tequila, can one find a decent cup of coffee?

New Orleans' Favorite Coffee Company Ready to Aid, Ready to Rebuild (Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance)
PJ's Coffee, founded 27 years ago in the heart of New Orleans, is taking a positive and aggressive stance on raising funds and rebuilding its brand which was devastated by Hurricane Katrina.

INDONESIA'S COFFEE EXPORTS TO DECLINE: ASSOCIATION (Asia Pulse via Yahoo! Australia & NZ Finance)
Statistics Indonesia`s coffee exports are predicted to decline to 280,000 tons due to increasing domestic consumption, an industry spokesman said.

Can Hot Tea Really Cool You Down?
I'm sure everyone has heard this bit of wisdom during a heat wave. Hot drinks will make you sweat more, which will evaporate and cool you off. Sounds good, I suppose. But is this little gem accurate? Can hot drinks…

Tips for Making Iced Coffee
Yes it’s hot out, which makes it the perfect weather for having iced coffee. If you’re serving cold brewed beverages when friends are over, try some of these tips to make the perfect iced coffee drinks. You’ll make quite an…

Top Coffee/Espresso Combo Machines
Machines that multi-task. Any kitchen gadget that can do more than one thing is always practical. These coffee makers can also make you a great shot of espresso. Now you can be a barista in your own kitchen and make…

La Spaziale S1, Jean Nadeau

Bottom Line: Very well design machine for home use, would be better if it was cheaper.  But as a whole, I find I have no regrets from buying it compared to a HX machine.
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SCAA 2005 Show Floor: Consumer Stuff!

In this photo essay with some detailed comments, we look at some of the floor highlights (and lowlights?) regarding consumer equipment and services, at this year’s SCAA show in Seattle.
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The BGA and the Third Wave

Nicholas Cho gives us an introductory article explaining the Barista Guild of America, what’s going down at this year’s SCAA Trade show in Seattle, and thoughts on the Third Wave.
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Sheraton midprice choses one coffee brand (BizJournals)
Seattle’s Best Coffee LLC, a Starbucks rival that Starbucks now owns, will be the exclusive brewed coffee for the “Four Points by Sheraton” chain of more than 100 hotels.

Top Coffee/Espresso Combo Machines
Machines that multi-task. Any kitchen gadget that can do more than one thing is always practical. These coffee makers can also make you a great shot of espresso. Now you can be a barista in your own kitchen and make…

Krups Pump Machines - Other, Joe Von Kaenel

Bottom Line: I would recommend the Krups XP 2000 and would buy again !!
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2005 USBC Judges’ Certification

An insiders’ look and a photo essay that examines the certification process people go through to be qualified to judge at a national barista competition.
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Bodum Granos Automatic Espresso Machine

CoffeeGeek takes a first gander at a new espresso machine from the folks at Bodum - an automatic, shiny work of art that thinks a lot for itself.
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Solis Master 5000, Michael Sanginari

Bottom Line: If your espresso is being drank, and not judged at a award show, this is a great machine!
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