You may have come across this before, whether it be directly this phrase or maybe the chuckle followed by “that’s not real coffee” among other decaf antics. This is an outdated viewpoint that has just held on over the years of decaf production. While there are some very lovely roasted decaf out there, why does…
Instant Coffee Starting in 1965, Nestlé introduced ‘freeze-dried’ coffee, or better known as instant coffee. This evolved into Starbucks eventually bringing its own version with having micro doses ready to brew per cup. If you read last week’s post on buzzwords, this would follow the first and second wave. Instant coffee is huge, especially with…
In the previous blog I talked about the most common tasting notes in coffee, specifically by region. So, how are these flavours decided on or aimed for? During the roast process, there are a few check-stops a roaster can take to assess flavour. By pulling samples throughout the roast, the aroma is followed as it…
Floral, Nutty, Fruity? I’ve learned to start pretty generally with a question like this when narrowing down on what someone may like for their coffee. Home brewed coffee is such a personal thing when it comes to flavour, especially seeing as it’s not being directly prepared by the barista’s who have been taught to dial…
What better way to elevate your day with a morning that starts with a cup of coffee out in the mountains and fresh pine. Everyone is starting to rise with the sun, stirring for a classic breakfast cooked over the fire, a cup of coffee in hand to compliment the crisp morning fog. Dreamy, isn’t…
Arabica Coffee, what is it? There are signs at your corner gas station or your local diner that Yes! Our coffee is in fact ‘100% Arabica’! All your worries have been distinguished now that… well now that what? If it’s not Arabica, what could it be? Hopefully this little blog helps a bit. Arabica &…
How does coffee get to our cup? In the last post, YYC Growers and Distributors Farmer’s Blend – Intro and Origins We introduced where the coffee comes from to create the amazing YYC Farmer’s Blend. This post is all about introducing everyone to what it entails to get here. Summary up front, details below. Note, this is…
In Part 1, What is Ethically Sourced Coffee? , we introduced some of the things that are meaningful for us at DHC; ethically sourced coffee, quality and transparency. So what about the Farmer’s blend is so special? First off, you can get it HERE. Part 2 Farmer’s Blend Locally roasted beans has advantages. It ensures freshness, trace-ability…