At the heart of the bean

A journey into the origin of coffee: discover the botany, the varieties, and the territories where the bean is born. Insights on cultivation, harvest, and terroir.

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What coffee blends are and why Italians love them so much

Behind the unmistakable aroma of an Italian espresso there is often a small secret: the coffee blend. A blend is nothing more than a mix created on purpose to obtain a particular result. This blend, the fruit of art and technique, is the beating heart of many Italian roasteries. But what makes a blend so […]

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What “Round Taste” Means in Coffee: Balance and Harmony in the Cup

Have you ever heard that a coffee has a “round taste”? It’s one of the most common expressions used in tastings, but also one of the most mysterious. It’s not a specific flavor, but rather an overall sensation of balance and fullness that envelops the palate. Let’s discover together what round taste in coffee really

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Why espresso can taste of chocolate or fruit: aromas and secrets in the cup

A true coffee enthusiast knows it: not all espressos are the same. Some surprise you with a flavor that recalls dark chocolate, while others reveal delicate hints of red fruit, citrus, or nuts. But where do these differences come from? The answer is a fascinating interplay between coffee variety, terroir, processing, roasting, and extraction. This

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How to recognize an over-roasted or poorly-roasted coffee: signs, smells, and flavors to avoid

If you’ve come to read this article it’s because, most likely, you’re trying to understand the aspects that differentiate a “good” coffee from a “bad” one. Well, today I can tell you that knowing how to recognize an over-roasted or poorly-roasted coffee is perhaps the most fundamental aspect to understanding this beverage. Before I got

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Natural or washed method: which one affects coffee taste the most?

If you’re approaching the world of quality coffee, you’ve surely heard about the natural or washed method. But what does it mean? And how does this affect the taste of coffee? Reading this blog, you’ll discover that coffee has many analogies with other sectors related to food. One of them is wine. With wine we’re

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From plant to roasted bean: the journey of coffee from fruit to cup

When we enjoy a good coffee, we rarely picture the long and fascinating journey the beans went through to reach our cup. From plant to roasted bean, every phase is crucial in shaping the aroma, body and final quality of the drink. In this installment of the “Inside the bean” column, we explore step by

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The honey process in coffee: a balance between sweetness and cleanliness

In recent years, coffee processing methods have taken on an increasingly important role in the perception of quality. We’re no longer just talking about variety and terroir, but also about how the beans are handled after harvest. Among the most fascinating processes is the honey process, a technique that manages to balance sweetness and aromatic

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Persistent crema of a creamy espresso made with an Arabica Robusta blend
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I Want a Creamy Espresso: Which Coffee Should I Choose?

Crema is the first calling card of an espresso: dense, elastic, hazelnut-colored, capable of “holding” sugar without breaking immediately. It’s not just a question of aesthetics: a creamy espresso says a lot about the freshness of the coffee, the blend, the roast, and even your espresso machine. But if your goal is to achieve a

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What Specialty Coffee Is and Why Everyone’s Talking About It

In recent years there has been more and more talk about specialty coffee, a term that intrigues enthusiasts and professionals in the sector. But what does it really mean? And why is it becoming the new quality standard in the coffee world? Let’s discover together what makes a cup “specialty” and why it’s worth knowing

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