Did you know that Africa is home to some of the finest coffee beans the world has to offer? Maybe it’s the optimal climate and humidity, which is a result of most farms being over 4,000 feet above sea level. Or maybe it’s the microclimates that give each country its own distinct flavor profile. Much […]
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Send your resume to [email protected]. We want to work with you, coffee lovers! Leadership/Management We’d also love to talk with you if you have significant leadership, ecommerce, and/or coffee related experience. If you are the right candidate we’ll work together to design a position for you on our team. Warehouse Associate – Middleton, WI Do […]
As we said in a previous post, Papua New Guinea (PNG) is the “wild west of coffee production.” Most of the coffee grown in PNG is on small farms in the highland regions, and farmers usually grow other crops to sustain themselves. How each crop is harvested and processed is different depending on the farmer […]
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Did you know that one of the world-leading coffee producing nations is made entirely of small and independent farmers? That nation is Colombia. Located in the northwest part of South America, Colombia’s coffee economy is a fascinating study. Here are three awesome reasons we love Colombian coffee and why you should too. 1). Colombia is […]
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Are you considering taking up roasting as a hobby or know someone who is? Roasting your own green coffee beans ensures that you’re getting a fresh cup of coffee just the way you like it. And it’s easier than you might think! It all starts with just three things – beans, heat and something to […]
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As you can imagine, the volatility of coffee market pricing, bean availability, weather issues like the severe frost in Brazil, global and national shipping issues, and continued pandemic constraints impacting the availability of roasters and parts, has kept us very busy here at Burman Coffee. Over the summer, Brazil, one of the world’s largest coffee […]
Teas are available in a variety of flavors with delightful aromas and an abundance of health benefits. However, it’s important to learn how to steep tea properly if you want to enjoy these benefits. It requires more than pouring hot water on tea leaves. There are several things to consider to extract the most enjoyment […]
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Many who treasure the taste of freshly brewed coffee are willing to invest in quality coffee beans and home brewing equipment. However, getting the most out of premium coffee beans means protecting that equipment. Learning how to clean coffee makers will help you protect your investment. What happens to your coffee maker over time? Hard […]
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Not all coffee drinkers can answer the question, “What is blonde roast coffee?”. Because it’s a light roast, medium and dark roast fans might be less familiar with blonde roast coffee. Whatever your roast preference may be, it’s worth learning about blonde roast coffee if you are interested in further developing your coffee palate. […]
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If you are looking for richer-tasting coffee than what you get from a drip brew method, you may want to consider learning how to make Americano coffee. It is also known as caffè Americano (“American coffee” in Italian), but don’t let the fancy-sounding name fool you. Making Americano coffee is relatively straightforward. Before we talk […]
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People around the world love their coffee. The worldwide population drinks an estimated two billion cups daily. In the United States, coffee drinkers down an average of 3.1 cups per day. This amount is still below the FDA recommended maximum daily caffeine intake (400 mg), equaling about four to five cups of coffee. However, some […]
We carry several types of home coffee roasters, with different batch sizes and mechanisms to suit different needs. Our Favorite Home Coffee Roaster For new home roasters, we have long recommended the FreshRoast SR540, a “fluid bed” roaster which is super easy to use. Fluid bed roasters are very similar in design to the familiar hot-air […]
A rich history and strong traditions are the foundation of Turkish coffee, along with its unique taste. It is not a common offering in many local cafes in the United States. It may be on the menu in some specialty cafes – you just may need to put some effort into your search. If you […]
Over the years, green tea has grown in popularity both in the United States and worldwide. It maintains its well-established popularity in Asian countries, reflected in its 15% share of total worldwide tea consumption. Forecasters predict the green tea market will continue to grow year to year in the coming years. At least in part, […]
There’s nothing like a cup of tea to warm you up during chilly winter days. Sipping a cup of freshly brewed tea can give you the extra boost to jumpstart your day. As your day progresses, you may find yourself weighed down by fatigue or stress. The scent and flavor of tea can calm your […]
Our Turmeric Cider Spice Org Herbal Blend has been popular for years, and nowadays when we all need our immune systems at peak performance, it is more important than ever to include daily health tonics like turmeric in our diets. Wellness Wellness is not an absence of illness, but an abundance of vitality. In these […]
Home roasting coffee can be a gratifying experience for any coffee lover. You can learn more about the process by reading our Ultimate Guide to Home Coffee Roasting. It undoubtedly takes time and patience to perfect your technique. But flavorful cups of coffee will be your compensation for all your hard work. Once you’ve perfected […]
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Editor’s Note: This post was originally published in 2019 and has been updated to include more coffee gift ideas for the upcoming holidays. The holidays may look a bit different for us this year. Although we may not be able to gather with many of our friends and family, we can still send out our […]
Calling all flavor explorers! We are very excited to offer a new line of Tea Sampler Bundles – a great place to start for those who are just beginning their tea tasting adventure. Each of these sampler bundles have 2oz each of 3 different teas and/or herbal infusions. We start with the basics – our […]
As we continue to develop our expanding line of fine teas, we are extra excited to experiment and share our custom BCT Blends. This one pairs a lovely sweet South Indian Nilgiri BOPF black tea with a unique blend of premium fruits and herbs. This unusual mix will appeal to many different tastes, and it […]
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