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Wine regions are a bundle of prestige and hard work. Underneath all these fascinating layers is a long history that often spans centuries. At least, for most wine regions. Normandy, France is a rather unique location in the world of wine. Unlike famed regions such as Bordeaux and Rhone Valley, …
Robusta’s reputation in the coffee industry is slowly, but surely, evolving into something much more positive. Previously compared to Arabica as more bitter and harsh, it’s standing on its own feet as a bean variety worthy of consideration. While Arabica has a milder flavor and lower caffeine content, Robusta has …
Colombian coffee is a household staple throughout the world. The year 2020 alone saw over twelve million bags of coffee exported, which is nothing to say of the country’s prestige in the specialty coffee space. Sitting at a solid third of today’s top coffee exporting companies, Colombia remains a go-to …
While Brazil and Colombia take up a lot of the spotlight on the coffee production front, Mexico remains a sleeper hit. Mexico provides a brilliant climate for coffee production, offering the hot temperatures and tall altitudes that result in award-winning beans. Mexican coffee brands have a reputation of being floral, …
When you think of coffee origins, you likely default to Colombia or Ethiopia. As it stands, today’s best Vietnamese coffee brands are making waves with their long-standing cultural focus on Robusta. Robusta is finally seeing a dynamic shift in perspective throughout the coffee industry. Previously believed to be an inferior …
Merlot vs Cabernet Sauvignon is a common comparison made in wine journeys. These bold and flavorful red wines couldn’t be more different. Sorting out your red wines is daunting when you’re starting out. Even more, experienced wine drinkers can get overwhelmed by all the varieties and origins on display. Merlot …
What’s one of the best wines for spring and summer? Look no further than a tall glass of pinot grigio twinkling on your tabletop. Pinot grigio is among the best-known white wines around the world. This smooth, sweet vintage hits a nice middle ground between the more tart sauvignon blanc …
There’s nothing quite like a jammy, sumptuous glass of merlot. Thing is, it’s tough to sort between the different price points on your way to a relaxing evening. That’s what we’re here for! Merlot is a famed grape for its mellow, yet complex flavor notes. Unlike the more tart pinot …
Microfoam is one of the best things about coffee, full stop. It turns the drink into something almost magical. Foam and froth conjure up several positive images. Fluffy clouds, soft pillows, fallen snow…it’s a lesson in sensory delight every time you lift your cup to your lips. Getting your technique …
Drinking your coffee just black is the most niche way of consuming the drink. This isn’t mere conjecture, either. It’s something I noticed working at cafes for a few years, as well as a trend supported by several recent coffee studies. Americans, and coffee drinkers at large, generally prefer a …
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