Blended Coffee Beans vs. 100% Only

A frequently asked question (FAQ) is, “Which is better, blended coffees or 100% beans?”  Well that’s like asking, “Which tastes better, the chicken or the egg?”  The correct answer, in both cases is, “it depends.”
It depends on what you are trying to accomplish.  And you will discover the approach in just a moment.  But first, [...]

How to Find The Best Gourmet Coffee Beans

You want to ensure you get the best quality gourmet coffee beans.  But like most of us you don’t have the time to search for days, or longer, to find the bean to make that perfect cup.  Below are some tips on how to find that perfect gourmet coffee bean.
Let’s face it, you probably aren’t [...]

Cafe Baristo - A New Little Coffee House

A person could open their eyes to what’s new in the world, and discover wonderful things in the process.  I did that today.  As I left a client’s office I saw the small yard signs.  You know what I mean.  It is like when your neighbor puts out three or four campaign signs for that [...]

Espresso Yourself

While I am not a barista, here is a method for making espresso that a barista taught me.
The Necessary Ingredients

My first instinct was to start with the “best” coffee I could find. Wrong. Everything with coffee start with the quality of the water, and it is doubly true with espresso. If [...]