Where Is Your Coffee From? How Different Origins Can Change Your Cup

Coffee's origin has an impact on the way we roast it.

Today, we live in a multicultural world that has filled our lives with contrasts and new experiences. Back in the day, people mostly knew only about their traditions and ways of life, having little to no contact with other cultures. However, between the 20th and 21st century, that changed quite rapidly. The third wave of coffee marked a period in which coffee drinkers became influenced by these changes and started to take an interest in their coffee's details and specifications. How was it harvested? Which methods were used for processing it? And one very special and important question: where do those coffee beans come from?

Just like any other plants, coffee trees not only come in different species, but they’re also heavily influenced by climate conditions of the region in which they grow. Actually, you can’t grow coffee plants anywhere you like. They require weather that’s neither too cold nor too hot for them to grow healthy, as well as soils that are rich in nutrients. The better the climate is, the better the resulting coffee bean will be. And of course, the better it will taste.

For example, coffee cherries harvested in colder climate conditions and higher altitudes will ripen slower and develop more sugars. This means that once the beans are roasted, they’ll have a sweet flavor and they’ll feel denser and firmer. You can find these types of beans in the mountainous regions of Colombia, Costa Rica, and Ethiopia. On the other hand, Brazilian, Jamaican and Hawaiian coffee is generally grown at lower altitudes (around 900 meters above sea level). Roughly speaking, any altitude above 4.000 ft. A.S.L. is considered high. This is how your coffee can change depending on which height it was farmed:

Below 2,500 feet (762 meters) will be soft, mild, simple, and bland.
Around 3,000 feet (914 meters) will be sweet and smooth.
Around 4,000 feet (~1,200 meters) may have citrus, vanilla, chocolate, or nutty notes.
Above 5,000 feet (~1,500 meters) might be spicy, floral, or fruity.

Understanding how origins can change your cup o’ joe is even more complex than just looking at climate conditions. Acidity, flavors, and earthiness are all characteristics that change depending on a specific country’s coffee culture and traditions. Well-balanced coffees, with chocolate and hazelnut notes, are very popular all across America. East African coffee production tends to be juicy and fruity. Kenyan coffee, for example, is very tea-like and acidic.

Within every country, a universe of microclimates exists, altering coffee structure depending on different regions. Indonesia is known for its spicy coffee beans, as well as their earthy ones. And Brazil is so big and has so many different harvest seasons that it’d take a while to know all nuances and characteristics from all of its production.

And as we’ve said before, what truly brings out coffee's flavors is actually the coffee roasting process. Before that, coffee beans don’t have any taste in them. A good roaster will know how to understand all complexities behind every bean and will use a specific technique for every one of them. At That Coffee Roasters, years of experience have made us experts in that field! Try different coffees coming from different regions all over the world and start to expand your universe and coffee culture like never before!

Different climate conditions and soils will change your coffee's properties! 

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Working on What You Love: How to Make a Career in the Coffee Industry

From baristas to entrepreneurs, there's a whole world of possibilities in the coffee industry.

Every morning, coffee fuels the energy of millions of workers around the world. Many of those workers dedicate themselves to coffee art. Although often an underappreciated field, as Allegra Strategies shared with us, you should thank the coffee industry for providing the 1.3 billion cups of coffee that are consumed around the world each day.

Over the last few years, the coffee industry has experimented an incredible growth, making from 60 to 80 billion dollars per year. Each day, more and more people are interested in this craft, especially in a culinary approach that this beverage offers to the most experienced. What was once considered only a part-time job to pay for college, today has potential to become a full-time career.

If you’re able to fuse your passion with your job, you’re considered one of the few lucky ones. However, it’s not an impossible task! If you’ve ever wondered how you can make a professional path out of your love for coffee, then you’ve come to the right place. You just need a lot of hard work and motivation for learning new things. Chances are everywhere!

The website Craft Beverage Jobs has divided different coffee jobs opportunities into four big areas. Depending on what you excel at and how much experience you have, you can choose from a variety of positions to give your best and increase your potential in the coffee industry. These areas are: hospitality, sales, marketing, and production.

Employment in hospitality has the better-known coffee jobs: baristas and coffee shop managers. According to the Speciality Coffee Association of America, baristas can earn $22,000 a year and rise it up to $24,500 with a professional certificate. It’s a good place to start if you want to get to know the real deal and learn all there is to know about coffee brewing.

As a barista, you have the responsibility to be the first connection between your customers and the whole production process that goes behind a cup of coffee. There is a lot of crafting and dedication in this art, so if you’re full of passion, patience, and love to serve, you can even sign up to the World Barista Championship and earn a place among the best ones of this field.

You always have the alternative to ascend and become a coffee shop manager or open your own cafe. You can focus on increasing sales and offer a unique experience for your customers, differentiating yourself from competition and becoming a reference in your area. Independent cafes are a trendy business nowadays, so if you want more details about how to successfully open a coffee shop, don’t forget to check our article right here.

Now, if you’re an experienced barista with knowledge of coffee's machines and products, you can also make a career in sales. Your level of expertise will be perfect to provide solutions to your clients and offer the best alternatives in the market, as well as to supervise coffee distribution and to advise customers on how to grow their businesses. Think you have a lot to teach? Then start selling right now!

The marketing world is perfect for creative coffee lovers ready to offer new ideas and think outside the box. If you’re good at communicating and connecting with people, you could set the difference between any other coffee brand in the market and a product full of soul and identity that attracts every customer around!

As the industry grows, competition does too. That’s why it’s so important to develop marketing strategies that fit your brand, whether it is a coffee shop, a coffee roaster business or anything else. Advertising, digital media, and product campaigns are some of the areas you can specialize in and combine with your knowledge and love for coffee.

If by any chance you want to continue your path in the coffee brewing world, then you can move on from being a barista to become a coffee roaster or taster. In this career, you will go beyond art and dive into science, techniques, and processes to understand what truly makes a cup of coffee great.

Being a coffee taster is as good as it sounds. You’ll be paid to taste different types of coffee, to give your insight and improve the product’s quality and its preparation process. You’re responsible for detecting defects, as well as rating and describing beverages using coffee terminology. Don’t be fooled: it’s pretty serious, and you need to know a lot about coffee to understand each cup's qualities and attributes.

And when it comes to coffee roasters, it’s not just about roasting coffee: it’s also about assisting buyers, getting the best beans, supervising coffee's blending and packaging and ensuring a proper quality control of each step of the process. You can start with self-teaching materials, or you can invest in programs and apprenticeships to master every single part of the job. One thing we can assure you is that it’s a career path full of rewards and dedication. Trust us, at That Coffee Roasters, we know!

Think big, be inspired, work hard, and trust your instincts. The coffee's world has a lot to offer, and you might be exactly what it needs!  

Do you already know where to start? Go on with it and find success!

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The Most Unusual Ways to Drink Coffee: When Regular Milk and Sugar Aren’t Enough

Coffee drinks have conquered the world, and there are more ways to enjoy them than you ever imagined!

If you’re one of those people who gets bored easily and loves to try new things, this article is for you! We’re not here to talk about a typical latte and cappuccino. We’ve actually come to shake things up and bring you the most unusual ingredients that can accompany your cup of joe. We do warn you though: expect the unexpectable and keep an open mind, some of these combinations might get too weird for you.

Many of these beverages come from different parts of the world and carry within them fascinating culture and rituals. You might have to travel to taste the real deal with some of these drinks, but it’s definitely worth it if you’re on a big quest to try every type of coffee drink existent. So leave what you know behind and find out what’s there for you beyond the realm of sugar and milk:

Coffee+Sea salt

This Taiwanese invention, created by 85C Bakery Cafe, is as ambitious as their palate. Sea salt coffee was supposedly inspired by the Taiwanese habit of sprinkling salt to fruits, like watermelons and pineapple, to bring out their sweetness.

This drink is made by marinating unrefined salt in a thick cream that will then join a light Arabica brew with pre-added sugar. To truly enjoy this mixture, you need to taste its salty foam first and then dive into coffee's creamy and sweet flavors.

Now, if you want to add to this experience, you definitely shouldn’t let pass the opportunity to try a sea salt caramel mocha. Salt will enhance the caramel's and chocolate's sweetness so well that your views on coffee will probably change forever! You can make this recipe and add cocoa to it, or you can buy it already flavored. Dare to try it?

Coffee+Eggs

Vietnamese and Scandinavian cultures might seem very different from each other, but one thing they share is their love for this strange mix. However, each one of their versions is truly unique.

Vietnamese egg coffee is made by whipping egg yolk and condensed milk together, producing a thick and creamy mixture. Black coffee is then poured over the top and left to sink to the bottom.

On the other hand, Scandinavian egg coffee is made, not only with egg's yolk but also with its shell. It’s actually really easy to brew. All you need to do is bring water to a boil while adding coarse coffee grounds into a bowl. Break an egg into the coffee grounds (including its shell) and mix thoroughly. Once water is boiling, add the mixture to the water and stir well. Simmer for five minutes and then add a cup of cold water. The final result will be smooth and strong! Sounds good?

Coffee+Cheese

For the next one, we’re staying on the same side of the world. We owe this curious mix to the Swedish and Finnish. Kaffeost, as they call it, is the tradition of diving grilled cheese into hot coffee. The result will taste similar to a tiramisu, and it’s perfect to make a dessert out of your espresso. Check out how it’s done in this video. Will you have one of those this afternoon?

Coffee+Tonic

As weird as it might sound, this combination has gained popularity across the world. It’s prepared by simply mixing 2 ounces of espresso with 6 ounces of tonic water and ice. Its origins are also Swedish, but "Kaffe tonic" is now served all across the world. It's as refreshing as it is unique! Next time you’re in your favorite cafe, ask if they have it and try it!

Coffee+Lemon or Lime

If you’re feeling more adventurous than ever, this highly acidic brew might be your perfect choice for the day. You can try the one called Guillermo, which consists of two shots of hot espresso poured over a couple of slices of lime; or the one called Espresso Romano, which is just a shot of espresso with a slice of lemon served on the side. There you have it! Both of them go perfectly with fruity coffee beans. You can serve them with or without milk and either hot or with ice cubes.

With That Coffee Roasters’ products, you can prepare all these varieties and more! Never stop experimenting as we’re more than sure coffee never disappoints. Have you tried any of these? Let us know if you liked them in the comment section, and don't forget to follow us on our social media!

They might sound weird at first, but they could end up being your favorites!

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Famous Quotes about Coffee throughout History

Coffee has been both a source of wisdom and inspiration for social critics, writers and even politicians.

Choosing the right words to describe strong emotions is often hard. Same happens with coffee. When having a taste of a finely brewed beverage, sometimes descriptions seem as if they were not enough. Do not worry, to avoid situations like that; we’ve done some research to channel your emotions through famous quotes.

Whenever you’re about to share an image on social media with that specialty coffee you had, you can come here and grab these quotes to give your post a better look. Without further ado, here goes:

“Police work wouldn't be possible without coffee," Wallander said.

"No work would be possible without coffee."

They pondered the importance of coffee in silence.”

– Henning Mankell, One Step Behind

“Want coffee?" I asked, as I headed that way.

"It's three thirty in the morning."

"Okay. Want coffee?”

– Darynda Jones, Third Grave Dead Ahead

“The joke was that President Bush only declared war when Starbucks was hit. You can mess with the U.N. all you want, but when you start interfering with the right to get caffeinated, someone has to pay.”

– Chris Kyle, American Sniper: The Autobiography of the Most Lethal Sniper in U.S. Military History

“Adventure in life is good; consistency in coffee even better.”

– Justina Chen, North of Beautiful

“It is inhumane, in my opinion, to force people who have a genuine medical need for coffee to wait in line behind people who apparently view it as some kind of recreational activity.”

– Dave Barry

“I'd rather take coffee than compliments just now.”

– Louisa May Alcott, Little Women

“It doesn't matter where you're from - or how you feel... There's always peace in a strong cup of coffee.”

– Gabriel Bá, Daytripper

Some of them are fun to read while others have a serious tone in them. The point in these quotes is that no matter the place and moment, people really love drinking their cup of coffee. Neither words nor coffee grounds should be lacking, so be sure to check both resources once in a while.

We gave you the words; now it’s time to seek for the beans that are worth tasting. Do not worry about it, That Coffee Roasters has them! All you have to do is contact them and state the type of coffee you’d like, and they’ll give it to you.

The influence and success of this beverage can be attained to these quotes. 

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Tutor your Customers the Art of Coffee

If you instruct your customers about the art of making coffee, they will definitely return for more.

Cafés are a place for relaxation, calmness, and reading. People often seek these places to disconnect from their routine, and as they take a sip of their favorite coffee, peace fills their minds. But there’s something that coffee lovers crave from this particular spot, more than having their loved beverage; they want to see their curiosity fulfilled about coffee.

Many of your customers seek for that piece of knowledge that will get them more into this wondrous world of coffee. But how do you teach and instruct your customers about it? The answer is very simple; you have to provide them with the resources to satisfy their curiosity.

Books

Written contents are, if not the best sources of information, one of the most reliable ways to provide information. Coffee books are filled with countless facts, historical resources and images that will educate any reader on the matter. There’s nothing more rewarding than reading a book that’s filled with all you need to know about the drink you love.

Printed material

Printed material filled with infographics or just information about coffee beans is the easiest way to engage with customers. Images create a positive impact on anyone who’s enjoying their cup of coffee, further turning your place into a positive attraction to those who enjoy a fast reading.

Personal reach

Have a member of your personnel to reach out to your customers and tutor them about this art. Most curious customers enjoy a nice, short conversation about the preparation, brewing, and roasting of coffee. But don’t just reach for any client, keep an eye on those who seem interested and would actively exchange words with your professionals.

Coffee places shouldn’t be just a shop to buy-and-go. If you’re the owner of a café and wish to improve the quality of your service, then adding these will do the job. Don’t forget that happy customers make loyal clients, and there’s nothing wrong with having loyalty when selling.

We know how much you enjoy when your café is full with happy customers, this is more valuable than just selling to earn. Why not give those clients the best products in the market? That Coffee Roasters have the answer for that. Their coffee products cover the quota of excellence and quality in a cup. Contact them and order only the best!

The more your clients visit your place, the smarter they'll become in the process of brewing coffee.

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Mazagran: Portugal’s Way of Coffee

Mazagran is born due to the need of a cold beverage to resist the heat in Algeria during the 1840 war.

The hot flavor of freshly brewed coffee really motivates people to start their day in a positive mood. But as much as we’d like to admit it, not everyone loves the taste of hot coffee, and would rather have a cold drink instead. For those who’d rather have a cold beverage, we have a refreshing alternative called Mazagran, an iced coffee recipe.

Mazagran is a cold drink prepared with coffee (brewed hot and then iced), that is served in a tall glass filled with ice cubes. Generally, people add water to the mixture to dilute the taste of coffee in the beverage and get a softer taste.

The source of this drink is from the 1840’s war in Algiers, Algeria. When the French Foreign Legion occupied the Fortress of Mazagran, they faced extreme heat conditions that forced them to create a drink that could refresh them while keeping them awake. This is when they created the first “café Mazagran,” which became popular in France once they returned.

Mazagran is also known as “Portuguese iced coffee,” and its preparation consists of adding iced espresso to a glass with lemon and ice. This preparation also features the addition of rum to the beverage, and it’s generally sweetened with sugar syrup.

Recipe of Mazagran

Ingredients

• 1 cup of black coffee (hot brewed)
• ½ cup lemon juice
• White granulated sugar or sugar syrup
• Ice

Preparation

Make yourself a hot brewed espresso, and then wait for it to cool down for 5 minutes. Add the cup of espresso in a glass and then pour the lemon juice. Add sugar to your desired amount and the cubed ice. If you want a different touch to the recipe, you can add some vanilla extract or cinnamon powder on the recipe.

Now that you’ve seen how easy it is to make it, all you need to do is get the best beans and make yourself some Mazagran! With That Coffee Roasters, you’ll have specialty coffee products either for business or personal consumption. Contact them to refresh your palate with the best coffee!

The Portuguese version of Mazagran features the use of strong coffee and lemon in the preparation.

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