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Cafe Borgia (hot) 4 servings

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Chocolate Almond Frappe

Ingredients: 1/4 cup black coffee (room temperature) 1 cup chocolate ice cream 1/4 cup milk 1 teaspoon almond extract 2 Tablespoons chocolate syrup 1 cup crushed ice Cinnamon, for dusting Directions 1. Brew coffee and allow to sit out while prepping other ingredients 2. … [Read More...] about Chocolate Almond Frappe

Café d’Epoca & its Profile Discovery tool

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Tembleque Latte

Ingredients 1 Shot Fresh Brewed Espresso 1.5 oz of Coconut Flavored Syrup 1/2 Cup Milk 1 Pinch Ground Cinnamon Directions 1. Brew espresso 2. Stir espresso and syrup together in mug 3. Heat milk until it just begins to boil 4. Stir milk into espresso mixture 5. Sprinkle … [Read More...] about Tembleque Latte

Moroccan Spiced Coffee

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Cold Coffee Beverages

We've compiled a list of cold coffee beverage recipes to help cool you down this summer. An Espresso-Based Frozen Drink Lura Lee has reverse-engineered that popular frozen coffee drink which we can't say by name lest we receive another cease-and-desist letter. Here is the recipe. Homebrewing: … [Read More...] about Cold Coffee Beverages

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Robusta or Arabica Coffee Beans, What’s the difference?

June 10, 2010 by admin

There are two basic types of coffee beans: robusta and arabica. Robusta coffee is the less expensive of the two. It is grown at lower elevations, is highly caffeinated and has an astringent flavor. Arabica coffee is a superior grade, and almost two-thirds of the coffee growers of the world cultivate this type of bean. Arabica beans contain about half the caffeine of robusta. Amongst arabica coffees, there are many subtle differences. However, the arabica beans can be broadly characterized by their growing regions. Beans from Latin America, for example, are typically a bit sweet and highly acidic and are often described as “subtle but crisp”. Beans from the Pacific, such as Kona beans are smooth, gentle, and mild, while Sumatran beans are distinguished by their full-bodied earthiness. Many canned coffees sold in supermarkets are a blend of both robusta and arabica beans.

Caffeinated vs. Decaffeinated Beans

The same caffeinated coffee that you start your day with may interfere with a good night’s sleep, so a decaffeinated variety is a good alternative for later hours in the day.  Coffee beans can be decaffeinated by two different processes.  One is known as the Swiss water process, and the other as the direct contac method.  The latter is usually considered to yield a more flavorful cup. As a general rule when brewing decaffeinated coffee, invest in the best decaffeinated beans you can find, and do not grind them until brewing time.

So what’s your preference?  Robusta or Arabica coffee beans?

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Coffee Ice Cream

Homemade ice cream is fantastic. It's fresh and delicious, especially when it's made with your own home-roasted coffee. Ahhh. . . the perfect summer … [Read More...] about Coffee Ice Cream

Chocolate Gelato Affogato

Ingredients: 6 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped 1/2 cup heavy cream 1 1/4 cup whole milk 1/2 cup sugar 4 large egg yolks 2 tsp vanilla … [Read More...] about Chocolate Gelato Affogato

Coffee and cream Brownies

  Ingredients 1 3 oz pack cream cheese, softened 2 tbs butter 1/4 cup sugar 4 eggs divided 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 1 tbs … [Read More...] about Coffee and cream Brownies

Nutella Coffee Brownies Recipe!

175 g unsalted butter, softened 1/2 cup unsweetened chocolate 3 eggs 1/4 cup brewed coffee 1 cup all purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 … [Read More...] about Nutella Coffee Brownies Recipe!

Cappuccino Muffins

Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup sugar 2-1/2 tsp baking powder 2 tsp instant espresso coffee powder (or instant coffee) 1/2 … [Read More...] about Cappuccino Muffins

Chilled Cappuccino Cream Cake

This is a perfect spring and summer dessert. It should be served chilled and has a wonderfully bold and sweet coffee taste, without being heavy or … [Read More...] about Chilled Cappuccino Cream Cake

Chocolate and Cardamom Ice Cream Sandwiches

Ingredients: 3 tsp unsalted butter 1/2 cup all purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 8 ounces semisweet or bittersweet chocolate … [Read More...] about Chocolate and Cardamom Ice Cream Sandwiches

Cappuccino Muffins

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup sugar 2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder 2 teaspoons instant espresso coffee powder (or instant … [Read More...] about Cappuccino Muffins

Café d’Epoca & its Profile Discovery tool

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Differences Between Coffee Roasts

For the most part there is a standard that is followed within the coffee industry when it comes to identifying different roast levels, but this is prone to vary within different regions, different countries, and even within different companies. It's important for coffee drinkers to understand the key differences between these roasts to help them better identify their ideal brew and purchase the … [Read More...] about Differences Between Coffee Roasts

Mocha Coffee Recipe

Ingredients 1 cup hot brewed coffee 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder 1 tablespoon white sugar 2 tablespoons milk Directions Pour hot coffee into a mug. Stir in cocoa, sugar and milk. … [Read More...] about Mocha Coffee Recipe

Coffee Grounds in Your Garden

How to Use Coffee Grounds in Your Garden Throw it in your compost: Coffee grounds are 1.45% nitrogen and contain calcium and magnesium to add some trace minerals you may not get from your other organic material.  Coffee grounds are a green material (I know coffee is brown, but same idea as grass clippings) so you should add with at least equal amounts of brown material (leaves) but if you are … [Read More...] about Coffee Grounds in Your Garden

The Coffee-Storage Conundrum: How to Keep Beans Fresh

Let's look at bags first. If your favorite coffee can be found in a supermarket or other kind of store, and isn't scooped as whole beans or ground fresh on-site, look for brands packed in bags with a one-way valve. They are common. You can spot the valve, which looks like a little round button, near the top of the bag. In addition to protecting contents from moisture and light, one-way-valve bags … [Read More...] about The Coffee-Storage Conundrum: How to Keep Beans Fresh

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