I’m always on the lookout for interesting articles about coffee.
If you also enjoy reading about coffee almost as much as drinking it, then this list of 14 interesting coffee articles from major coffee brands will be a fun time!
By Mila.
Starbucks – Sustainable Coffee Farms
https://athome.starbucks.com/learn/sustainable-coffee-farms
This interesting article from Starbucks discusses ethical sourcing from sustainable coffee farms.
Although the subject is a serious one, it is a light read.
The article focuses in the solutions available right now, as well as the hope to find new ones.
In this article, the company states that the most pressing issues in coffee can’t be solved by one company, but that the best solutions require collaboration.
Peet’s Coffee – The Alphabet of Coffee
https://www.peets.com/blogs/peets/the-alphabet-of-coffee
This fun article by Peet’s Coffee is about common coffee vocabulary and what the most commonly used terms mean.
But here’s the interesting part: it’s presented in alphabetical order!
Clever.
If you ever had any questions about what a certain coffee term means, you just have to go to this quick “coffee dictionary” and you will find the answer with no hassle.
Do you know what comes after Arabica and before Washed coffee?
You’ll find out if you look through the Coffee Alphabet!
Caribou Coffee – What to Know About Water Decaffeination
https://www.cariboucoffee.com/2022/09/what-to-know-about-water-decaffeination/
This article from Caribou Coffee goes into water decaffeination.
The article goes in depth about how decafs should also taste great, the basics of decaffeinated coffee, how it works, and more.
Of course, I had decafs before, but I had never really thought or read about how that works (and I bet you didn’t either!).
Do you know how water decaffeination works? And did you know decaffeinated coffee still has a small percentage of caffeine? This article will break it down for you!
Blue Bottle Coffee – How We Are Building Zero Waste Café Operations
https://blog.bluebottlecoffee.com/posts/how-we-are-building-zero-waste-cafe-operations
This article is all about how they are building zero waste café operations since 2020 with the intention to stablish a full coverage by the end of 2023.
You will learn about how becoming zero waste affected the Blue Bottle brand, and also the biggest challenges they’re facing while trying to do so.
Counter Culture Coffee – A Q&A with Gabe Eng-Goetz
https://counterculturecoffee.com/blog/gabe-eng-goetz
Learning about who designed the art on your coffee packaging can make you appreciate your cup of coffee that much more.
In this article, Counter Culture Coffee shares about their collaboration with Gabriel Eng-Goetz, designer of Runaway and the 2022 Equilibrium collection.
Read it to learn more about his inspiration for the Equilibrium illustration, his development as an artist, and of course, his coffee journey.
Dutch Bros – 7 Ways to Sip and Celebrate National Coffee Day
https://www.dutchbros.com/news-events/win-free-dutch
This article from Dutch Bros goes into 7 different ways to celebrate the national coffee day by tasting their delicious coffee drinks!
The Banana Cream Pie Freeze sounds amazing!
It is a blended freeze with banana and white chocolate topped with whipped cream.
Hm! I am indeed bananas for bananas!
But the other drinks discussed in this article also sound delicious. Go have a look!
I challenge you to read this article and not want to treat yourself with a sugary coffee drink afterwards.
Folgers – How to Recycle Coffee Grounds
https://www.folgerscoffee.com/coffee/how-to/recycle
This article shares how to recycle coffee grounds in different ways. They share a few interesting tips such as using it as plant food, to dye clothing and paper, and more.
It’s a fun, quick read!
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf – How to Clean Your Coffee Maker
https://www.coffeebean.com/blog/our-coffee/how-clean-your-coffee-maker
This article talks about something important, but not so discussed: cleaning your coffee maker.
It might come in handy to learn how to properly clean it.
Not cleaning your coffee machine can allow for mold and bacteria to grow. Ew!
How the coffee tastes will also be affected by the environment the coffee is brewed in.
Don’t miss out on this read and thank me later!
Lavazza Coffee – Asnakech and The Green Gold
https://www.lavazza.com/en/magazine/coffee-culture/40-hands/asnakech-and-the-green-gold.html
This super interesting article was written by Asnakech Thomas Biene, a passionate coffee grower born in Africa.
I found it fascinating to read about the coffee culture in Ethiopia, and also about how Asnakech cares for her plants.
“I know it may sound strange, but I talk to my plants, I can understand them. Every day, there’s a new challenge to face. I can hear them in the morning, calling me, “My dearest, I need some food,” or “Please, someone, look after me”, shares Asnakech.
Bulletproof – Desserts and Other Recipes
https://www.bulletproof.com/recipes/#desserts
It’s not a vest brand: it’s a coffee brand named bulletproof that makes “powerhouse” high-quality “clean” coffee.
On their website, you can find various recipes that go well with coffee. But the interesting part is that there are a lot of keto and paleo recipes.
They all look delicious and guilt-free!
Stumptown Coffee – Cold Brewing FAQs With Our Cold Brew Expert
https://www.stumptowncoffee.com/blogs/news/cold-brewing-faqs
What do you know about cold brew?
You can learn more or check if what you learned is correct by reading these frequently asked questions answered by Stumptown’s Head Brewer at Cold Brew, Brent Wolczynski.
Red Bay Coffee – Red Bay Coffee Celebrates Women in Leadership
https://www.redbaycoffee.com/blogs/relationship-coffee/red-bay-coffee-celebrates-women-in-leadership
This interesting article by Red Bay Coffee shows short interviews with women in leadership positions in the company.
Some of the questions are fun: “Are there any animals that inspire you?” and “Tell us something about yourself that most people don’t know”.
The answers don’t disappoint!
Amazing read.
The interviewees are Alicia Adams, the Director of Coffee; Jessie Llarinas, the Quality Control Lead; Jessica Moncada Konte, the Experiences Manager; Maria Fernandez, the Account Manager; Tateona Hughes, the Retail Manager, and Rachel Konte, the Chief of Design.
Death Wish Coffee – Whole Bean Vs. Ground Coffee
https://www.deathwishcoffee.com/blogs/coffee-talk/whole-bean-vs-ground-coffee
This post from Death Wish Coffee shares “everything you need to know” about whole beans, ground coffee and the key differences between the two.
Both kinds of coffee have their advantages. It comes down to what your preferences are: taste and convenience.
By reading this article, you will get the insider’s scoop on the differences between whole beans and ground coffee and learn more about which one will be a better fit for your lifestyle.
Copper Cow Coffee – Coffee Pumpkin Spice Latte Banana Bread Mix
I won’t spoil it for you, but this cute quick-read will leave you feeling happy, cozy and crazy to get your hands on this banana bread mix before fall ends.
This gluten free and vegan mix looks delicious and the best part is that it’s healthy.
(Just make sure you eat a healthy amount, too!)
Photos by Saliha Büyükkaya and Vietnam Photographer
