In the coffee world, tasting is referred to as cupping -- the age-old art of uncovering a bean's unique tones and tendencies in a controlled manner. Cupping can be done anywhere, anytime; all you need is beans, water, a grinder, and a brewer. Follow these steps for your own, personal cupping. Measure out your whole... Continue Reading →
We all know that a great single origin coffee is a treat but there is a lot to celebrate in a perfectly balanced blend. While all roasters strive to skillfully guide each bean to its highest degree of balance and complexity, blending requires a thorough mastery of a) each bean's natural dominant, secondary, and tertiary... Continue Reading →
Rwanda’s coffee history is one of redemption, courage, and unqualified commitment to a better tomorrow. Known as the Land of the Thousand Hills, Rwanda’s geography and topography are near ideal for coffee growing: rich volcanic soil resting on peaks that soar 5,500 - 6,500 feet above sea level, full sun, and a constant equatorial mist.... Continue Reading →
Moms hold a very special spot at The Queen Bean and this week, we like to celebrate them all year long! The thoughts 'mom' and 'coffee' are two sides of the same coin for me; I can't think of one without thinking of the other. My brother and I were always at the roasting plant... Continue Reading →
Lake Kivu, nestled high in Africa's Kivu province, is boarded by active volcanos on the northeast and southeast and by Africa's Great Rift Valley to the extreme east. It's in this serene spot, situated between Zaire and Rwanda, in a temperate environment 5,000 feet above sea level, that these incredible coffee plants grow. When properly cultivated, harvested, and processed, Zaire... Continue Reading →
Taste the citrus undertones or the chocolate base? Think acidity is a negative term or that pungent means sour? Decoding coffee lingo can be a non-intuitive challenge and we want to help! Below are a few of the most common terms used to describe your coffee. ACIDITY: Acidity is near always a wonderful thing in... Continue Reading →
Looking for ways to spice up your morning coffee routine? Try introducing one of these obsession-worthy additions to your cup! They'll enhance the beans' natural complex beauty while retaining their integrity. We suggest experimenting with these additions solo and in combinations. We hope you enjoy this sensory exploration! GAME CHANGERS Salt: A bitter close to a... Continue Reading →
Ethiopia, a stunningly beautiful nation located on the African Horn, is the most populated landlocked country in the world. Bordered by Kenya to the south, Eritreia to the north, Djibuti and Somalia to the east, and Sudan and South Sudan to the west, Ethiopia is extraordinarily diverse with over 80 ethnic groups and a multitude of... Continue Reading →
Mills Coffee has been roasting coffee for well over a century and during the first 120 years, Mills 1860 blend was the ONLY coffee we offered -- and it is a GREAT blend! Decade after decade, countless customers remain loyal to our house blend. Even with the extensive offering list of single origins, blends, flavors,... Continue Reading →
Hawaiian Kona is the only coffee grown in the United States. Kona coffee grows on the breathtaking slopes of Hualalai and Mauna Loa between 3,500 - 4,400 feet above sea level, in the Kona districts of Big Island. The highest grade Kona, 'extra fancy', is grown on Captain Cook Estate, one of Hawaii's oldest, most... Continue Reading →
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