Coffeegrinding1010: January 2011

Monday, January 31, 2011

Best In Show - Turkish Coffee

Best In Show comic about Turkish Coffee.

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Some cool cappuccino images: Cappuccino Image by pdbreen Paris, January 2009 Copyright 2009 Patrick Breen Canon EOS 5D Mark II/EF24-70mm f/2.8L USM @ 68 mm 1/60 sec at f/5.0, ISO 800, 1/3 EV, Aperture priority, no flash Four Barrel Wednesday: Huckleberry Donut and Cappuccino Image by Premshree Pillai

Source: http://www.allcoffeerecipes.com/cappuccino/cool-cappuccino-images-18/

CoffeeGeek Holiday Gift List - Over $60 Suggestions

Here's our suggestions on some great gifts ranging from $60 up to several hundred dollars - If you want to get that special CoffeeGeek in your life something really special, this is the list to peruse!
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Source: http://www.coffeegeek.com/opinions/coffeeatthemoment/12-10-2009

Coffee Gear That Won't Break the Bank

Making great coffee at home is something that should be easy and inexpensive. With the right equipment it is.

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CoffeeGeek Holiday Gift List - Under $30 & Under $60

Looking for last minute gift suggestions for that coffee-enthused person in your life? Looking for suggestions to give to that relative who buys you powdered coffees each year? Have a look at our suggestions for gifts under $30 and under $60!
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Source: http://www.coffeegeek.com/opinions/coffeeatthemoment/12-08-2009

Coffee Cupping Basics from Coffee Reserve

So, what is cupping? Is it an art, a science, or both? In a nutshell, cupping is a technique used to evaluate the quality of coffee including aroma and flavor.

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Coffee Enema Benefits vs Dangers

Every activity - especially those concerning your health - have risks and coffee enemas are not free from risks. However, many of us are willing to assume risk in our lives because of the benefits.

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ineedcoffee/~3/iObCZkrn5Po/

Sunday, January 30, 2011

Thurston County Commissioner Sandra Romero announces coffee hours ...Google Alerts - coffee

Source: http://www.google.com/url?sa=X&q=http://www.theolympian.com/2011/01/30/1525443/thurston-county-commissioner-sandra.html&ct=ga&cad=CAcQARgBIAIoATAAOABAy5CX6gRIAlAAWABiBWVuLVVT&cd=aXR5Q5onON0&usg=AFQjCNH7u3eGPv_4ll_Nln2ULDxjMEZT8Q

Brewing a robust living in the BayGoogle Alerts - coffee

Source: http://www.google.com/url?sa=X&q=http://www.stuff.co.nz/business/small-business/4600104/Brewing-a-robust-living-in-the-Bay&ct=ga&cad=CAcQARgBIAAoATAAOABA_MKX6gRIAlAAWABiBWVuLVVT&cd=bFZO_iB4QoM&usg=AFQjCNFmVsRY0U4TbN_TSK3sNnbHCZbkXg

Cappuccino at the Merchant, Perth, Western Australia

Some cool cappuccino images: Cappuccino at the Merchant, Perth, Western Australia Image by Rob van Hilten

Source: http://www.allcoffeerecipes.com/cappuccino/cappuccino-at-the-merchant-perth-western-australia/

Happy Anniversary, My Starbucks Rewards!

Source: http://blogs.starbucks.com/blogs/customer/archive/2011/01/18/happy-anniversary-my-starbucks-rewards.aspx

ArticleDashboard.org � Huge Savings When Buying Your Coffee Beans ...Google Alerts - coffee

Source: http://www.google.com/url?sa=X&q=http://articledashboard.org/huge-savings-when-buying-your-coffee-beans-direct&ct=ga&cad=CAcQARgBIAIoATAAOABAmvuV6gRIAlAAWABiBWVuLVVT&cd=9Ju8diYQCC0&usg=AFQjCNEWp1i0pdJckfJ5XtYWcY_kfU4EaQ

Water bill increase, drive-by shooting arrest among week's top storiesGoogle Alerts - coffee

Source: http://www.google.com/url?sa=X&q=http://www.bellinghamherald.com/2011/01/30/1840474/water-bill-increase-drive-by-shooting.html&ct=ga&cad=CAcQARgBIAAoATAAOABAscSU6gRIAlAAWABiBWVuLVVT&cd=06D68uTvV1Y&usg=AFQjCNFtHb6a_hGFgCT2EwmKRzU_UERD1A

Sioux Falls parents and student concerned about proposed cutsGoogle Alerts - coffee

Source: http://www.google.com/url?sa=X&q=http://www.ksfy.com/Global/story.asp%3FS%3D13934111&ct=ga&cad=CAcQARgBIAAoATAAOABA3IuU6gRIAlAAWABiBWVuLVVT&cd=Yw6SLXtFALQ&usg=AFQjCNH7KYUTdQrkTVcDQEaxmfSHF-iwNg

Coffee is Loaded With Antioxidants

I always knew coffee had some antioxidants, but was unaware than it had more than tea. Antioxidants protect the body from free radicals.

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ineedcoffee/~3/AUpw6U-UXms/

Saturday, January 29, 2011

Espro Press, Bold Java

Bottom Line: Great cup, dazzling eye candy, solid presentation worth adding to your arsenal. Grab one.
Read review...

Source: http://www.coffeegeek.com/reviews/vacpots/espropress/BoldJava

Best In Show 10

Two more coffee comics from Best in Show.

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Man Crashed Into Coffee Shop After Short Police ChaseGoogle Alerts - coffee

Source: http://www.google.com/url?sa=X&q=http://www.fox19.com/Global/story.asp%3FS%3D13931731&ct=ga&cad=CAcQARgBIAAoATAAOABA-bWR6gRIAlAAWABiBWVuLVVT&cd=P-iRWTE3gpo&usg=AFQjCNFid_jjUthp9j325zWQFOX-jwmUlA

Mini Coffee Cupcakes Recipe

Makes 24

CAKES
75g butter softened
75g caster sugar
2 medium eggs
2 tsp coffee essence or espresso or very strong coffee
125g plain flour
1 tsp baking powder

DECORATION
200g icing sugar sifted
2 tbsp coffee essence or very strong coffee
chocolate-covered espresso beans (optional)KITCHEN KIT
1 x 24-hole mini-muffin tin mini-muffin cases

Preheat the oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4 and line the muffin tin with paper [...]

Source: http://coffeerecipes.com/?p=327

Canadian Coffee & Tea Expo 2010 Day 2

The second and final day out at the airport visiting the Canadian Coffee and Tea Expo - we'll have the finals of the Barista Championship, finals of the Cup Tasters' Competition, and reports from more show booths!
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Source: http://www.coffeegeek.com/opinions/showreports/09-27-2010

Spiced Christmas Coffee with Brandied Whipped Cream

Serves 8
1/4 cup chilled whipping cream
1 1/2 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 tablespoon brandy
1 cup freshly ground (mild roast) coffee (preferably a mild roast Ground in De’Longhi Burr Coffee Grinder and brewed in De’Longhi Coffee maker
5 teaspoons ground cardamom
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
7 cups water

Place ground coffee, cardamom, sugar, cinnamon, [...]

Source: http://coffeerecipes.com/?p=320

Are Shiny Oily Coffee Beans a Mark of Freshness?

Shiny Oily Coffee being an indicator of freshness is a common misconception. Actuality the oily surface outside of the roasted coffee bean is caused by a degradation of the bean when oils bleed through to the bean surface. This is caused by a dark roasting process or age of the bean. These coffee bean oils [...]

Source: http://www.volcanicacoffee.com/gourmet-coffee-beans/are-shiny-oily-coffee-beans-a-mark-of-freshness/

Friday, January 28, 2011

With Starbucks set to enter India, Talk explores if coffee has become the ...Google Alerts - coffee

Source: http://www.google.com/url?sa=X&q=http://www.indianexpress.com/news/Brewing-it-Strong/743434/&ct=ga&cad=CAcQARgBIAAoATAAOABAkfmN6gRIAlAAWABiBWVuLVVT&cd=Tq3Bs5t0QdY&usg=AFQjCNH7VyiUrnkUidfc_4nvoG4xSrOjrA

The Clever Coffee Dripper

The Clever Dripper is a new individual cup brewing device that uses the full immersion method of a French press and has a super clean finish due to a paper filter, or reusable cloth filter.

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New French Roast Starbucks VIA� Ready Brew

Source: http://blogs.starbucks.com/blogs/customer/archive/2011/01/21/new-french-roast-starbucks-via-174-ready-brew.aspx

Espro Press, Bold Java

Bottom Line: Great cup, dazzling eye candy, solid presentation worth adding to your arsenal. Grab one.
Read review...

Source: http://www.coffeegeek.com/reviews/vacpots/espropress/BoldJava

Sara Lee plans to separate its Coffee and Meat BusinessGoogle Alerts - coffee

Source: http://www.google.com/url?sa=X&q=http://techweek.org/28251sara-lee-plans-to-separate-its-coffee-and-meat-business.html&ct=ga&cad=CAcQARgBIAAoATAAOABAw46L6gRIAlAAWABiBWVuLVVT&cd=g24Yxe1Y9JU&usg=AFQjCNGLt9C2TxIOh4olxDhUlEzz8YqmYw

New Bodum French Coffee Press

We are starting to include coffee accessories in just launched the new Bodum French Coffee Press. Beyond making one of the brews for your gourmet coffee it also has a nice design and is made of stainless steel. It is for sale at $49.99.

Source: http://www.volcanicacoffee.com/gourmet-coffee-beans/new-bodum-french-coffee-press/

Gimme Candy � The Hawaiian Kona Coffee MystiqueGoogle Alerts - coffee

Source: http://www.google.com/url?sa=X&q=http://www.gimmecandy.com/2011/01/the-hawaiian-kona-coffee-mystique/&ct=ga&cad=CAcQARgBIAIoATAAOABAvsmJ6gRIAlAAWABiBWVuLVVT&cd=bojfO3m1yJs&usg=AFQjCNHQAPvm87SZ9nZOkflNcPuLNMUY_A

Thursday, January 27, 2011

CoffeeGeek Holiday Gift List - Over $60 Suggestions

Source: http://www.coffeegeek.com/opinions/coffeeatthemoment/12-10-2009

Calculating the Cost Per Cup of Tea

If you are in the tea business, you should know how much each serving of tea is costing you. This knowledge can tell you which teas are profitable, which ones are not, and which ones you can have a sale with and still make money.

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Coffee Shake

1 teaspoon instant coffee granules
3/4 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons white sugar, or to taste
6 ice cubes
2 teaspoons chocolate syrup (optional)
Combine the instant coffee, milk, vanilla extract, sugar, ice, and chocolate syrup in a blender; blend until smooth.

Source: http://coffeerecipes.com/?p=336

Table Top Press Pot Review

Earlier this year, I posted an article titled Buying a French Press - Picking the Right One. I isolated the only three variables that I felt were necessary to make a purchase decision.

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Yoga class with music to raise funds for UNICEFGoogle Alerts - coffee

Source: http://www.google.com/url?sa=X&q=http://www.sheboyganpress.com/article/20110127/SHE04/101270331/1097&ct=ga&cad=CAcQARgBIAAoATAAOABApJeF6gRIAlAAWABiBWVuLVVT&cd=saTc081YG1E&usg=AFQjCNF4e2Gn0gh4YNXA7RCKz4uh1UnRjA

Canadian Coffee & Tea Expo 2010 Day 1

Reports from the 2010 Canadian Coffee and Tea Expo in Mississauga, Ontario, including the Canadian Barista Championship and the Canadian Cup Tasters' Championship
Read more...

Source: http://www.coffeegeek.com/opinions/showreports/09-26-2010

Ashton Kutcher, Scout Willis literally sing coffee's praisesGoogle Alerts - coffee

Source: http://www.google.com/url?sa=X&q=http://blog.zap2it.com/pop2it/2011/01/ashton-kutcher-scout-willis-literally-sing-coffees-praises.html&ct=ga&cad=CAcQARgBIAAoATAAOABAzJyD6gRIAlAAWABiBWVuLVVT&cd=BfXM54URmiE&usg=AFQjCNGhQ60foVtIbc6vuz-xGMQJh_Oxeg

Wednesday, January 26, 2011

VIDEO: Ashton Kutcher and Scout Willis Get "Sober" with Coffee TributeGoogle Alerts - coffee

Source: http://www.google.com/url?sa=X&q=http://www.tvguide.com/News/Ashton-Kutcher-Scout-1028381.aspx&ct=ga&cad=CAcQARgBIAAoATAAOABAgZ-C6gRIAlAAWABiBWVuLVVT&cd=r_qhYmEeTfc&usg=AFQjCNHK18MrNwf7nWvyVTmi8sYqBEv0DQ

Pike Place? Roast ? Three Years Later

Source: http://www.starbucks.com/blog/pike-place-roast-three-years-later

State of Espresso 2010

More observations on the State of Espresso in 2010, including pressure and temperature profiling, more on single origins, consumers vs pros, and trends in espresso.
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Source: http://www.coffeegeek.com/opinions/markprince/08-16-2010

2010 National Book Award Finalist to Appear at Carleton CollegeGoogle Alerts - coffee

Source: http://www.google.com/url?sa=X&q=http://apps.carleton.edu/news/news/%3Fstory_id%3D703595&ct=ga&cad=CAcQARgBIAAoATAAOABA8cuB6gRIAlAAWABiBWVuLVVT&cd=UksR6Dgdg-0&usg=AFQjCNGvPgN-7OO4Y9ITEqldPJS2Ht8DEQ

Courtyard Caf� brings different coffee experience to Bell Tower ShopsGoogle Alerts - coffee

Source: http://www.google.com/url?sa=X&q=http://www.naplesnews.com/news/2011/jan/26/courtyard-caf-brings-different-coffee-experience-t/&ct=ga&cad=CAcQARgBIAAoATAAOABA7fqA6gRIAlAAWABiBWVuLVVT&cd=rjLAaIMOMgw&usg=AFQjCNHZAfeuqFpJCd09GU0aC119XBzOLw

New owners, same great coffeeGoogle Alerts - coffee

Source: http://www.google.com/url?sa=X&q=http://www.telluridenews.com/articles/2011/01/26/business/doc4d3f88f5b36e1235972564.txt&ct=ga&cad=CAcQARgBIAAoATAAOABA2bSA6gRIAlAAWABiBWVuLVVT&cd=ksXsdTtobik&usg=AFQjCNGYUblCtI784yuyGjeP_4kN1BTZmQ

Kenya's Average Coffee Prices Falls 13% to $512.14 at AuctionGoogle Alerts - coffee

Source: http://www.google.com/url?sa=X&q=http://www.businessweek.com/news/2011-01-26/kenya-s-average-coffee-prices-falls-13-to-512-14-at-auction.html&ct=ga&cad=CAcQARgBIAAoATAAOABA_Mz_6QRIAlAAWABiBWVuLVVT&cd=fL2-N1zsuqs&usg=AFQjCNEL1rvTg5osduaMk-XqG-ULjRtQmA

Tuesday, January 25, 2011

Savings Experiment: The Perks of Brewing Versus Buying CoffeeGoogle Alerts - coffee

Source: http://www.google.com/url?sa=X&q=http://www.walletpop.com/2011/01/25/savings-experiment-the-perks-of-brewing-versus-buying-coffee/&ct=ga&cad=CAcQARgBIAIoATAAOABA1O_-6QRIAlAAWABiBWVuLVVT&cd=qk9PwbL8Gp0&usg=AFQjCNHBpdnv0ftqeLo89Bdh0_JTnIT67g

_ Coffee drops _

Some cool coffee images: _ Coffee drops _ Image by NuageDeNuit Voce del verbo difetto. Dessert: Columbian coffee souffle tart & coffee ice cream. Image by ulterior epicure Read about this meal at the ulterior epicure. roasted Panamanian coffee Image by tonx from the Best of Panama auction – ranked #7. An organic coffee from [...]

Source: http://www.allcoffeerecipes.com/coffee/_-coffee-drops-_/

Irish Coffee: Celtics succeed one possession at a timeGoogle Alerts - coffee

Source: http://www.google.com/url?sa=X&q=http://greenstreet.weei.com/sports/boston/basketball/celtics/2011/01/25/irish-coffee-celtics-succeed-one-possession-at-a-time/&ct=ga&cad=CAcQARgBIAAoATAAOABAvfP86QRIAlAAWABiBWVuLVVT&cd=kmvyA1us_uA&usg=AFQjCNHXBGy-w2dJEuO_8dErziyk64Yw0A

?Trenta? Means More Refreshment

Source: http://blogs.starbucks.com/blogs/customer/archive/2011/01/20/trenta-means-more-refreshment.aspx

Best In Show - Turkish Coffee

Best In Show comic about Turkish Coffee.

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Coffee Enema Benefits vs Dangers

Every activity - especially those concerning your health - have risks and coffee enemas are not free from risks. However, many of us are willing to assume risk in our lives because of the benefits.

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ineedcoffee/~3/iObCZkrn5Po/

Mark Your Calendar: Free Coffee Mate on 2/4 | Mojosavings.comGoogle Alerts - coffee

Source: http://www.google.com/url?sa=X&q=http://mojosavings.com/2011/01/24/mark-your-calendar-free-coffee-mate-on-24/&ct=ga&cad=CAcQARgBIAIoATAAOABAvO356QRIAlAAWABiBWVuLVVT&cd=IEnb5vSlD1I&usg=AFQjCNF9-wxDUS5OLVX63zFZVoG5wIfHyg

Table Top Press Pot Review

Earlier this year, I posted an article titled Buying a French Press - Picking the Right One. I isolated the only three variables that I felt were necessary to make a purchase decision.

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ineedcoffee/~3/G3OXbohKhIw/

Coffee is Loaded With Antioxidants

I always knew coffee had some antioxidants, but was unaware than it had more than tea. Antioxidants protect the body from free radicals.

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ineedcoffee/~3/AUpw6U-UXms/

Monday, January 24, 2011

Soon, Java Mountain won't be pouring the coffee at hospitalGoogle Alerts - coffee

Source: http://www.google.com/url?sa=X&q=http://www.gazette.com/articles/hospital-111707-coffee-pouring.html&ct=ga&cad=CAcQARgBIAAoATAAOABAiN746QRIAlAAWABiBWVuLVVT&cd=ngLGF6CpuG8&usg=AFQjCNGUIeFE0UJ4i4b0QqXO1-CAvokO7Q

New Blog Theme

I decided this morning to change the look of this blog to make it look more like the Volcanica Coffee web site. Since 2005 when I started this blog I have been using a basic green template. At first I thought that changing the theme would be a major endeavor but Word Press has made [...]

Source: http://www.volcanicacoffee.com/gourmet-coffee-beans/new-blog-theme/

Mazzer Mini Grinder, Joe Riordan

Bottom Line: Awesome machine with very consistent grind but maybe not the best choice for 1 dose at a time
Read review...

Source: http://www.coffeegeek.com/reviews/grinders/mazzer_mini/jmr24

New Holiday Coffees

Just in time for the Christmas and the holidays we have made it easier to find our holiday flavored coffees. We have created a special section in our stores where you can find Holiday Coffees and Holiday Decaf Coffees. There you will find some nice seasonal treats such as Eggnog Flavored Coffee, Gingerbread Flavored Coffee, [...]

Source: http://www.volcanicacoffee.com/gourmet-coffee-beans/new-holiday-coffees/

Coffee Souffle Recipe

Yields 10 Servings
1 1/2 cups brewed coffee
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup white sugar, divided
1/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1 envelope (1 tablespoon) unflavored gelatin
3 eggs, separated
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
In the top of a double boiler over simmering water, combine coffee, milk, half the sugar, half the salt and gelatin. Stir until solids are dissolved. [...]

Source: http://coffeerecipes.com/?p=303