The Scholar: Coffee Knowledge

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The Truth About Organic Coffee: 4 Reasons To Make The Switch

Organic coffee is better for you, the planet, and the people who grow it. Here's the full pour-over on why you should drink organic coffee....

Katelinne Harner
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Sustainable Brews: How Fresh Roasted Coffee is Making Every Cup Count

Discover how Fresh Roasted Coffee is making every sip more sustainable with solar energy, eco-friendly packaging, ethical sourcing, and smarter roasting. ...

Katelinne Harner
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The Future of Coffee: 2025's Hottest Coffee Trends

Coffee is constantly evolving. As we enter 2025, coffee enthusiasts can look forward to an exciting wave of trends redefining how we enjoy our favorite...

Katelinne Harner
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The Truth About Decaf Coffee: Exploring History and Debunking Myths

Even if you’re not a decaf drinker, you’ll have heard of decaf, but what exactly is it, how is it made, and why do people...

John Helwig
2 cups of coffee, a lemon pie topped with white cream, lemon slices, and lemon peel, and a white plate with lemon wedges sit on a white table. There is also a teapot and two spoons.

Coffee & Cuisine: FRC's Guide To Coffee and Food Pairings

Did you know that pairing your coffee with the right food can make your brew even better? In this blog, we explore the best food...

John Helwig
Anatomy of a Coffee Bean: Coffee Bean Basics

Anatomy of a Coffee Bean: Coffee Bean Basics

So you’re interested in learning about the anatomy of a coffee bean? Well, let me start by blowing your mind - coffee beans aren't really...

John Helwig
Save The Grounds! How to Use Coffee Grounds in the Garden

Save The Grounds! How to Use Coffee Grounds in the Garden

From Cup to Crop: Turn Coffee Waste into Garden Gold We all know that a cup of coffee can give you a morning boost, but...

John Helwig
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Roast Showdown: Exploring the Bold Flavors of Dark vs. Light Coffee

Are you team light roast or team dark roast? The battle between these two coffee roasts has been brewing for years, and coffee enthusiasts everywhere...

John Helwig
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On the Recent Kona Coffee Lawsuit Ruling

Four years and over $33 million in settlements later, Kona coffee farmers have finally won the suit against 20+ defendants for misleading labeling and advertising...

Christopher Cizek
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A Look At Cold Brew Coffee Cupping

Does Every Coffee Work As Cold Brew? I make two types of coffee at home: moka pot and cold brew, but I only ever buy...

Christopher Cizek
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Why You Should Measure Coffee By Weight Instead Of Volume

When you're making pancakes or measuring out oregano, we bet you're not thinking about a little too much flour or the flakes not quite reaching...

Christopher Cizek
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How to Make Low-Acid Coffee

“Do you have any low-acid coffee?” The short answer: Yes, we do. But there’s a little more to it than just switching to decaf. Here's...
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