Coffee and Community: Then and Now
The Appeal of the Coffeehouse Coffee brings people together. Why did it become a centerpiece of social interaction? The experts at the National Coffee Association tell us roughly when it happened, during the 16th century in the Near East. While it’s not exactly clear...
Coffee and Philanthropy Are Changing the World
Coffee and Philanthropy Go Hand in Hand Corporate citizenship. While it sounds highfalutin, its effects are grounded in the common good. Most of us have taken part in it as consumers, even if we aren’t familiar with the term. So what is it? Corporate citizenship...
The Three (or Four) Waves of Coffee Explained
waves I keep hearing about? And what’s the difference between them?” The three (or four) waves of coffee are the trends that define our relationship with coffee and how that relationship has evolved throughout American history. Each wave sets the stage for the next...
Instant Coffee Vs Percolator Coffee: Finding the Right Coffee for Camping and Backpacking
There are plenty of folks who love the great outdoors and just as many who love a good cup of coffee. One shouldn’t have to choose one over the over! With that in mind, coffee roasters and companies who create coffee brewing equipment have looked for ways to brew...