Coffee N’ Beans

The Milk Frothing Guide

Everything you could possibly want to know about milk and milk frothing is presented to you by CoffeeGeek.com and Aaron Delazzer
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The Midwest Regional Barista Jam

In a blast from the not so distant past, Aaron Duckworth gives his report on what it’s like to attend and take part in a barista jam - this one’s the late 2006 MidWest Regional Barista Jam, sponsored in part by CoffeeGeek.
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Delonghi Pump Driven Espresso Machines, Johnny De Long Hi

Bottom Line: The DeLonghi EC140 needed modification to work safely and properly. That said, it makes a fine espresso with a nice crema.
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Roasting coffee with a popcorn popper

CoffeeGeek serves up simple instructions on how to start your own home roasting career, with the help of a standard, off the shelf popcorn popper, and lots of enthusiasm for learning about the process.
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Barista Guild Report: 2007 SCAA Conference and Beyond

Ellie Matuszak brings us up to date on the latest news from the Barista Guild of America, including plans for the 2007 SCAA Conference and new opportunities for potential members.
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How to Buy an Espresso Machine

CoffeeGeek’s comprehensive guide on how to make the right decision the first time when buying a quality espresso machine. Filled with insider tips, budget recommendations, and more.
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Beginner’s Guide to Cupping

Geoff Watts of Intelligentsia Coffee gives you a primer on how to cup coffee at home! Using simple tools, and with a beginner’s vocabulary, you can evaluate coffee like the pros!
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Inanimate Objects Comics #29
The 29th Installment of Inanimate Objects.

Before You Buy a Coffee Maker
A coffee maker is pretty much an essential piece of kitchen equipment, even if you prefer to stop at your local coffee shop in the mornings. But if you don’t…

Beginner’s Guide to Cupping

Geoff Watts of Intelligentsia Coffee gives you a primer on how to cup coffee at home! Using simple tools, and with a beginner’s vocabulary, you can evaluate coffee like the pros!
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Coffee Klatch No More (The Memphis Daily News)
The owners of the one-room coffee bar and caf across the street from Memphis City Hall have heard that mayor Willie Herenton is a fan of their fre….

Stevia, an all-natural sweetener
Stevia is a popular herbal product that is far sweeter than sugar, and is a more natural alternative to other processed sweeteners. There is some controversy in the US over…

TNKS forest illegally converted into coffee and oil palm estates (Antara News)
Residents have started turning Seblat National Park (TNKS) forested land in Jambi province into coffee, oil palm, rice and corn plantations, especially from Muaraimat to Sungai Penuh in Kerinci regency.

The Milk Frothing Guide

Everything you could possibly want to know about milk and milk frothing is presented to you by CoffeeGeek.com and Aaron Delazzer
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Exploring Coffee in Dubai: A Traveler’s Diary from Cup to Cup

Tim Wendelboe, the 2004 World Barista Champion, reports from Dubai City in the United Arab Emirates on his search for coffee culture and a decent espresso.
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Capresso CoffeeTEAM Therm

We take a product overview first look at the latest coffee brewer from Capresso - quite possibly the first auto drip maker with a timer that we can recommend (for the timer, of course!)
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Greenwich Time - Michael Kheyfets, Bonnie Connors and Elizabeth Petrone cup coffee durng the first … (Greenwich Time)
Michael Kheyfets, Bonnie Connors and Elizabeth Petrone cup coffee durng the first meeting of the Connecticut Coffee Society at Napa & Co. in Stamford last month.

Gaggia MM Grinder, Tom Ufer

Bottom Line: Good looking, good price. does not grind coarse enough for press pot.
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KitchenAid ProLine Coffee Maker, Daniel Normolle

Bottom Line: Immediately appealing, but, in the long run, not a great value.
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Before You Buy a Coffee Maker
A coffee maker is pretty much an essential piece of kitchen equipment, even if you prefer to stop at your local coffee shop in the mornings. But if you don’t…

QuickMill Anita Espresso Machine, Rich Hart

Bottom Line: Anita and Chris are a match made in Heaven.
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Coffee Soda
An interesting mix of rich creaminess and bubbly fizz. Kind of like a typical ice cream float, but with a few added touches of coffee and cream. Brazilian Lemonade The condensed milk…

2007 US Barista Competition - The Finalists

Dan Kehn reports on the 2007 United States Barista Competition Finals, with a detailed look at the competitors and their signature drinks.
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Starbucks recognizes Ethiopia’s ownership of premium coffee strains (International Herald Tribune)
In a partial reversal of its position, the retail coffee giant cedes ownership of the Yirgacheffe, Harar and Sidamo coffee varieties to Ethiopia, whether or not they are trademarked.

Cafe Culture Downunder

George Sabados, in his regular column "An Australian Viewpoint," talks about cafe culture in Australia and New Zealand - how it developed, how it compares to the US, and where it’s going.
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Robusta coffee prices hit nine-year high (Stuff)
Robusta coffee prices have risen to a nine-year high as increasing demand absorbs a record crop from top producer Vietnam, and the market looks set to remain strong on continuing consumption growth.

Review of the Brugo Travel Mug
I’ve reviewed one of the neatest products I’ve seen in a while. A travel mug that lets you cool your coffee one sip at a time. Does it really work…