This blend features moderate body, balanced acidity, and yet a complex flavor. Blended using medium and dark roasted beans, this coffee is a versatile addition to our March offerings.
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“The equipment you use makes no difference. It’s the quality of the coffee beans that matters. Get yourself an inexpensive drip coffee maker at Wal-mart, use the metal filter (paper filters absorb some of the good compounds from the dripping coffee) and get brewing! As long as you are using fresh, quality coffee beans, your brewed coffee will taste fabulous.” – Anonymous
Friday, January 8th, 2010
Hi there, Meg here, one of the newest employees at Coffee Bean Direct. My first day on the job was October 5, and in the past few months, I have learned so many amazing facts about coffee! Here are a few:
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Tuesday, November 24th, 2009
It may only be November, but the stores are already filled with lights, trees, snowflakes, and other holiday paraphernalia. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukah, Kwanza, or any other winter holiday, you are probably already planning gifts for your family, friends, and loved ones. If you are on a budget-and who isn’t, in this economy-the holidays take extra special planning.
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Thursday, October 22nd, 2009
Hello Everybody!
I’m sure you all have noticed the handy dandy scales at the bottom of each of our coffee descriptions… you know, the ones that tell you the roast level, acidity and body of the coffee. These are great tools when trying to figure out what coffee is best for you. But, they only come in handy if you know what these terms mean. So, allow me to drop some knowledge on you…
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Monday, October 5th, 2009
I’ve been hearing a lot of questions lately about decaf coffee and the differences in decaffeination processes. So, I figured I would take the time to clear a few things up. (more…)
Thursday, October 1st, 2009
Happy Fair Trade Month Everybody!
“For Millions of farmers around the World, Fair Trade means thriving communities, kids in school and a healthy environment. For consumers, it means great taste and a responsible purchase. By participating in Fair Trade, you support the farmers who deliver quality coffee, tea, cocoa and fresh fruit to you.
Fair Trade Certified products are grown by artisan farmers around the world with a tradition of excellence going back generations. Choosing Fair Trade enables these farmers to continue giving their crops the care that produces quality, even during times of market volatility.”
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Tuesday, September 29th, 2009
Today, September 29th, is National Coffee Day! Who knew? I know I didn’t. This calls for a celebration!
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Friday, September 25th, 2009
Hey Everyone!
Look at these cute coffee/tea cup cozies I found online! Each cozy is hand knitted using ego friendly yarn and fastens with a cute hand-carved wooden button. It’s a really neat way to keep your coffee/tea warm and your hands cool.
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Tuesday, September 8th, 2009
Hello Everybody!
So, I was trolling the interwebs for coffee news again and I found a gem! I came across an article that suggested that coffee can reduce the muscle pain associated with work outs… what?! That’s awesome… oh wait does this mean I have no excuse for not working out?
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Tuesday, August 25th, 2009
There has been some curiosity amongst our readers (with me as well) as to why coffee like Jamaican Blue Mountain and Kona are so pricey. Is it the taste? Is it the location? Is it the availability? So, in response to these burning questions I did a little research to find some answers… I hope this suffices!
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