One of the most common methods used to add premium flavors to coffee beans is through the use of natural and artificial flavorings. Natural flavorings are derived from natural sources such as plants, fruits, and spices, while artificial flavorings are chemically synthesized to mimic natural flavors. The use of natural and artificial flavorings in coffee is regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and other regulatory bodies around the world.Continue Reading

If you have decided to roast your own coffee then your first port of call will be to consider how to select a coffee roaster that is right for you. This decision is probably one of the hardest coffee-related choices you’ll have to make – there’s nothing worse than buyingContinue Reading

Could there be anything better than a hot, fresh brewed cup of coffee? As you open that can of pre-ground Folgers Coffee, did you even know that coffee comes in different roasts? Did you know that you can roast your own coffee beans at home? If you think that theContinue Reading