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Some states are better for growing coffee than others, that we’ll admit, but some aren’t growing it because of factors like wildlife and electricity rates which we think is criminal! Here are a few of the states growing coffee in the US today and why they’ve been so successful:
Hawaii: The only state to mass-produce coffee in the union is Hawaii, and most of its production comes from Kona on the Big Island of Hawaii. It’s expensive because of limited land but it grows so well here because of the tropical climate.
California: The only other state to even come close to having a coffee production line is California and that’s only because it’s so mild here, generally. It’s still not as wet as coffee needs to thrive, though, so water has to be brought in which can make production expensive.
Florida: Florida has the right climate for coffee but the salt in the water is somewhat detrimental to the crop. The problem here is that there’s not enough land to make it worth it and even with the right temps it’s still sometimes too cold.

Coffee is important to so many people and is one of the most popular drinks that is consumed. With that being said, many people wonder how to choose the best coffee. The truth is, it all depends on the person. Many people will argue that each of the four categories that coffee comes in (ground, instant, bags, or beans) is the best.

With that being said, how do you compare the four? Ground coffee tends to emit more of an aroma than the other three. Continue Reading »

First and foremost the quality of the coffee bean determines in large part whether you have a good cup of coffee. Beans must be roasted at the proper temperature and length of time. Over roasting or under roasting will have an impact on the flavor. Good quality coffee is defined as having good body, rich aroma, and enjoyable flavor. How the coffee feels in your mouth is the body. Is it heavy and thick, how does it feel on the roof of your mouth? The smell should be a strong Continue Reading »

If you are a coffee lover, you may already know how delicious it is. Coffee comes in different types of forms, tastes and types. You also have the opportunity to enjoy coffee hot or cold. This all depends on how you love the taste and feel of it.

Coffee is a personal choice for anyone. Some enjoy the thought of waking up to a hot pot waiting for them in the morning. Others rather leave the house with a warm thermos in hand. Then there are people who enjoy having a cold coffee on the way to work.I was looking for more information and found it here.

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Do you really know where your coffee is coming from? Many commercially available coffees in supermarkets sell coffee that is highly processed and has preservatives.

Coffee beans are grown in tropical climates and like a fruit, essentially, and picked when ripe and at its peak taste. The whole beans are gathered and sold as whole bean coffee or ground up and sold as ground and ready to use.

Organic coffees, like other organic products, contain beans that have Continue Reading »