The Coffee Notebook
Washed, natural or honey: how coffee processing affects its taste
Every cup you taste is the fruit of an exploration. Even before roasting, before the hot water caresses the beans, there is a key moment: coffee processing. This is a...
5 Perfect Gifts for a Coffee Lover (and for yourself!)
The holidays are approaching, and the quest for the perfect gift begins. If you've got a coffee lover in your life, forget generic gifts: opt for a local, sensory and...
What is "slow coffee"?
For some years now, the term slow coffee has been gaining ground among specialty coffee lovers. But what exactly is slow coffee? Behind this expression lies an artisanal approach to...
Ground or bean coffee: what difference does it make in the cup?
It's a question many coffee lovers ask themselves. The answer can be summed up in one word: freshness. Specialty coffee brings out the aromatic richness of the terroir, and this...
Guide to coffee-producing countries: understanding origins to make better choices
Today, coffee is the second most consumed beverage in the world after water. But behind every cup lies a story of terroir, culture and know-how. Understanding coffee-producing countries not only...
How to make good coffee A complete guide for demanding coffee lovers
Any discerning coffee lover will tell you that making the best coffee is more than just pressing a button. The quality of a cup depends on a series of precise...
How to read the label on a bag of coffee: a simple guide to making the right choice
Beneath every label lies a story. To read a bag of coffee is to open a door on the world of coffee, to understand where the beans come from, how...
Matcha: traditions, explorations and recipes
Matcha: traditions, explorations and recipes Bright green, fine powder, herbal taste and subtle umami. Matcha is much more than just a tea. It's a ritual, a sensory exploration that spans...
How to Make Coffee While Camping (For People Who Truly Love Good Coffee)
A crackling fire. The scent of pine trees warmed by dawn. And in the palm of your hands, a cup of brewed coffee, warm and comforting. Making coffee on a...
Light roasts: exploring unsuspected complexity
There's a widespread myth surrounding light-roast coffees: they lack taste and intensity. In reality, these coffees, often described as "pale" or "light", offer a unique taste journey. Their finesse is...
Matcha vs Hojicha: what are the differences between these Japanese teas?
Matcha green tea has conquered the world in recent years, thanks to its brilliant color, health benefits and central role in the Japanese tea ceremony. But another Japanese tea is...
Diego Bermudez: Colombia's master of coffee fermentation
The world of specialty coffee today is driven by visionary players who are constantly pushing back the boundaries of taste and quality. Diego Bermudez is one of these emblematic figures....