It was a typical morning. I was scrambling to get the kids off to school and I set my travel mug on the roof of my car. I know now that was a big mistake. It was when I finally got the kids buckled in and breathed a sigh of relief. I closed the door, and then it happened. My travel mug dropped from about 5 ft and smacked onto the concrete. I watched my coffee spill out along with my chances of having a good day. The lid had completely broken off. I turned the broken mug upside down and tried to shake any remaining liquid into my mouth.…
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How to Use the Clever Coffee Dripper: Clever Dripper Brew Guide
I first came across the Clever Dripper when I was looking for a single cup coffee brewer to use at work and I was hooked. It is small, and durable which makes it a great choice for travel, work, and home use. If you are looking for a manual brewing method that is low maintenance and still produces a great cup of coffee, then the Clever Dripper might be for you. It is easy to use and easy to clean. Mornings can be rough, making coffee doesn’t need to be. Where to Buy the Clever Dripper The Clever Coffee Dripper is available on Amazon. If you choose to make a…
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3 Truly Unique Coffee Brewing Methods
Are you looking to add some variety to your daily coffee routine? Or maybe you’re just looking for some unique coffee brewing methods that you can use to impress your friends. You can add these 3 coffee brewing methods to your repertoire and pull them out whenever necessary. Unique Coffee Brewing Method #1: Cowboy Coffee If you’re looking for a brewing method that is gritty and really shows how tough you are, then cowboy coffee might be the brewing method for you. The cup it produces is not meant for any yellow-bellied city slickers. This coffee brewing method would be perfect for camping trips. You could whip this up…
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4 Types of Coffee Drinkers in “Sneaky Pete”
I love finding coffee references in pop culture. While binge-watching Season 2 of “Sneaky Pete,” one scene jumped out at me. There is a great moment at the beginning of episode 6 where 3 different types of coffee drinkers are having a discussion about coffee. It is a great scene that really encapsulates the wide range of coffee drinkers – from the guy looking for a simple cup of caffeine to the homicidal maniac who will put you in a tub of acid if he catches you using a blade grinder. Some of you can probably relate. What kind of coffee drinker are you? Leave me a comment! If you’ve…
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Coffee Jargon that Every Coffee Lover Should Know
Do you speak coffee? Every subculture has its own language, and coffee culture is no different. Take a look at the list of common coffee shop jargon below, and you will be up to speed in no time. I tried to organize the definitions logically. Well, at least the order makes sense in my coffee-soaked brain. It’s not alphabetical so, if you’re looking for a specific term try using “ctrl f” to search. If you can’t find what you’re looking for let me know, I’ll add it to the list. Coffee Bean Jargon Cherry: The fruit of the coffee tree. Arabica: One of two species of coffee grown for commercial…
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Best Burr Grinders Under $50 because Broke People Need Good Coffee Too
Don’t let a tight budget stop you from having a great cup of coffee. Switching from pre-ground coffee to fresh ground coffee is one of the easiest changes you can make to begin improving the taste of your coffee. Once coffee beans are ground, their flavor and freshness immediately begins to dissipate. Many grinders on the market come with a hefty price tag, but grinding your own coffee beans doesn’t have to break your budget. If you’re not ready to put out the cash for and expensive grinder, don’t worry. You can find decent burr grinders for under $50 and start experiencing better coffee now. Types of Coffee Grinders There…
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Finding the Best Grocery Store Coffee
So, you want to find the best grocery store whole bean coffee. The supermarket is a low-pressure environment where you can browse at your own pace, read package info, and discover new coffee. If you are just starting to get your feet wet with coffee culture, it can definitely be a little intimidating. Believe me, I understand. As soon as you start to explore the world of coffee you’ll encounter words like origin, roast, blend and brew type, just to name a few. Not to mention all the different types of equipment and the coffees with exotic names like Ethiopian Yirgacheffe and Tanzanian Peaberry. It seems like learning a foreign…
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The Best Way to Make Coffee at Work For People that Need More Coffee
I bring a thermos full of coffee to work but some days it doesn’t even make it past the car ride. Sometimes I can really use an extra cup or six to get me through a tough day. Sure, there are a few ways for me to get coffee at work, but they aren’t really the best choices. That is why I started looking for the best way to make coffee at work. My Current Coffee Options
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Review: Costa Rica Honey Process from Happy Mug
Happy Mug Coffee Review When my order from Happy Mug arrived, I was pretty excited to try it. Happy Mug was my first time ordering fresh roasted coffee online and, I have to say, it was a good experience. The service was fast. I ordered it on a Sunday and it was delivered to my doorstep by Wednesday. The shipping period gives the coffee time to start degassing. Coffee needs some time after roasting before it is ready to be brewed. Three business days isn’t bad, especially since they don’t roast the coffee until you order it. Next time I’ll order on a business day to see if there is a…
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Where To Buy Fresh Roasted Coffee Online
Finding fresh roasted coffee in your area might be easier said than done. The closest roaster to me is 15 miles in a direction I rarely travel. While I do make the trip whenever I can sometimes it’s just not that convenient. We all have families, jobs, chores and other responsibilities. We’re all very busy, and that’s exactly why we need good coffee, and we need it DELIVERED. Good news, there are some quality online options to have fresh roasted coffee shipped directly to your doorstep. These are the places I have found to buy fresh roasted coffee online. I’ll continue to add to the last as I find more…
