In a world that is rapidly losing all of its wild places, Papua New Guinea’s Highlands region is still teeming with life of all forms as well as fascinatingly unique traditional cultures. Unimaginable diversity, both biological and cultural, is the overwhelming first impression that a new visitor will receive. Chaos may be a close second. […]
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Papua New Guinea – The Wild West of Coffee Production
Papua New Guinea is a fascinating region, even for those who are not interested in coffees – rich history, unique cultures, unparalleled biodiversity, and isolation from world markets have made this young nation truly unique. Nowhere else on earth will we find the same combination of ancient traditional life-ways with the chaos and opportunity brought […]
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Guide to Coffee Processing Methods
Coffee flavor profiles vary so dramatically, that when searching for the perfect cup you never know where you may find it – understanding different Coffee Processing Methods is essential to understanding which beans are likely to carry your favorite types of flavors, as is basic knowledge of different Coffee Regions and different Strains or “Cultivars.” […]
Intro to Home Coffee Roasting
Are you considering taking up a new hobby in home coffee roasting? This article is a great place to start! Are you ready to roast your first batch? “Home Roasting for Beginners” is the one that you want! What is Home Coffee Roasting? Roasting coffee at home is much easier than you might think! There […]
Guide to Coffee Regions
Skip to:Africa The AmericasAsia (West)Asia (East) & Oceania More Information: What is Home Roasting?What is Green Coffee? What are Green Coffee Beans?What are Qualities of Good Coffee?How to Choose Green Coffee Beans?All Home Coffee Roasting Primers Get Started:Home Roasting for BeginnersBuy Premium Green Coffee BeansBuy Home Coffee Roasters Coffee flavor profiles vary so dramatically, […]
Nicaragua’s Selva Negra: Inspiring Model for Sustainable and Socially Responsible Artisanal Coffee
Nicaragua’s Selva Negra / La Hammonia Estate:Where old world tradition meets new world experimentation in a holistic community of sustainability. One of Nicaragua’s first coffee estates has maintained its village-like atmosphere and traditional German animal husbandry while updating its operations with the latest advances in boutique coffee processing and a wide range of innovative and […]
How to Make a Matcha Latte
Matcha is used in numerous special drinks and baked goods – really you can add it to just about anything! If matcha is new to you, and whether you use Chinese Organic Matcha or Japanese Kansai Matcha powder, this simple yummy recipe is a great place to start. Matcha Latte Serves: 1 Ingredients: 1/4 Cup […]
Guide to Coffee Cultivars
Coffees vary so dramatically that it is sometimes hard to know how to choose – but you can be confident that you are pointing yourself in the premium direction with knowledge of common Strains or “Cultivars.” Check out 2 more primers in this set: basic knowledge about coffee-growing Coffee Regions and why producers choose different […]
Beyond Tea: Our Favorite Herbal Infusions
SEE OUR FULL TEA LIST HERE! Tasty and healthful drinks may be created from a wide variety of leaves and flowers other than those of the tea plant Camellia sinensis, and we are pleased to share a great collection of yummy herbal infusions. From ginger and mint to chamomile and lavender, from lemongrass and ginseng […]
How to Steep the Perfect Cup of Tea
SEE OUR FULL TEA LIST HERE! Begin with the perfect pot of water. In the ideal cup of tea, the water is almost as important as the leaves. If possible, use water which is clean, fresh, well-aerated, and with a good balance of minerals. Unfortunately, bottled water is generally mineral-free and not well-aerated, leaving it […]
How to make a Rooibos-Cider Hot Toddy
Try this delicious recipe for an extra-special rooibos-based winter warm-up: ROOIBOS-CIDER HOT TODDY Serves: 1 Ingredients: ½ Cup prepared rooibos infusion (will require approx 1 tsp rooibos leaves, or more to taste) ½ Cup natural apple cider (any apple juice will do, preferably sugar-free) ½ inch piece of ginger, or more to taste ½ inch […]
Rooibos Herbal Infusions
Rooibos, or “red bush,” is native to the western coast of South Africa, and it has been harvested from the wild for millennia. Only recently has it been cultivated, but with a high reputation as a cheap and delicious caffeine-free tea alternative, in less than 100 years its popularity has spread to every continent. Rooibos […]
Pai Mu Tan White Teas
SEE OUR FULL TEA LIST HERE! Almost all white teas come from famous Fujian province, which claims to be the first producer of white, black, and oolong teas. Like green teas, receiving heat treatment to stop the oxidation process, white teas capture the delicate aromas of spring and dance many subtle flavors across the palate. […]
Welcome to the Wonderful World of Tea
SEE OUR FULL TEA LIST HERE! All of us at Burman Coffee Traders are flavor adventurers – always searching for the freshest and most interesting coffees and teas, always excited to discover unique beverages from unusual regions. If you have seen our coffee list, you already know that we are dedicated to sourcing the highest […]
How to make a London Fog
Recipe for creating a London Fog, a delicious drink made with Earl Grey Tea. A well-loved classic, Earl Grey is arguably the most popular of all flavored teas. Bergamot oil comes from the peel of a small citrus cultivated mostly in Italy, and lends a fantastic spicy-sour flavor as well as aromas which enliven the […]
Types of Teas
Tea 101: Many Different Types of Tea SEE OUR FULL TEA LIST HERE! Coffee is our passion. But when our taste buds are seeking a little variety, or for health and wellness, we are so happy to have our exceptional assortment of teas. More and more Americans are waking up to the world of tea […]
