Coffee Knowledge

In this section you'll find a collection of articles and videos which relate to broader aspects of coffee from processing, through roasting and brewing. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel for our most recent videos.

The Coffee Bloom

In this short video we explain why coffee blooms when water is added and how to best deal with the bloom when brewing your coffee.

Natural Processed Coffee

The term 'processing' in respect of coffee is used to describe the method used to remove the coffee bean from the coffee cherry. In this video we take a look at one of our favourite methods - natural processing.

Coffee Storage & Shelf Life

How long can you keep an unopened bag of coffee? What affects the shelf life of coffee? How should you store coffee once opened? Here's our advice on maximising your enjoyment of the coffee you buy.

Using Taste to Improve your Coffee Brewing

In this video we explore how you can use taste to improve your coffee brewing. We also explain the concepts of under extraction and over extraction in terms of how a coffee tastes.

The Journey

From farm to roastery the journey of our coffee is often complex and varied. Read more about our supply chain, farms, mills and cooperatives we've worked with.