Coffee knowledge

Erik Brockholz
Single Origin Kaffee oder Kaffee Blend: Was ist der Unterschied?

Single Origin Kaffee oder Kaffee Blend: Was ist der Unterschied?

Die Welt des Kaffees bietet eine faszinierende Vielfalt, die sich in zwei Hauptkategorien unterteilt: Single Origin Kaffee und Kaffee Blend. Beide haben ihre eigenen einzigartigen Eigenschaften und bieten unterschiedliche Geschmackserlebnisse. In diesem Artikel erklären wir, was ein Single Origin Kaffee ist, was einen Kaffee Blend ausmacht, die geschmacklichen Unterschiede und welche Variante sich für wen eignet.   Was ist ein Single Origin Kaffee? Single Origin Kaffee bezeichnet Kaffeebohnen, die aus einer einzigen geografischen Region stammen. Dies kann eine bestimmte Farm, ein Anbaugebiet oder eine Kooperative innerhalb eines Landes sein. Der Begriff "Single Origin" steht für Transparenz und Rückverfolgbarkeit, da genau...

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Erik Brockholz
Aufbau der Kaffeekirsche

Structure of the coffee cherry

The coffee cherry is a fascinating natural product that is the origin of our beloved coffee. Although most of us only know coffee in the form of beans or beverages, it is worth taking a closer look at the structure of the coffee cherry. This insight offers a better understanding of how the complex flavors and qualities of coffee are created. Outer layers of the coffee cherry Exocarp (shell) The exocarp is the outermost layer of the coffee cherry and serves as a protective layer. This skin is thin but robust and changes color from green to a rich red...

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Erik Brockholz
Siebträger reinigen - Wir zeigen dir, wie's geht!

Cleaning the portafilter - we'll show you how!

A well-maintained portafilter is the heart of every espresso machine and guarantees you the perfect espresso. Regular and thorough cleaning is essential to ensure the best coffee quality at all times and to extend the life of your machine. In this guide, we will show you step by step how to clean your portafilter properly. Why is cleaning the portafilter so important? Over time, coffee oils, coffee residues and limescale build up in the portafilter and other parts of the espresso machine. These deposits can negatively affect the taste of your coffee and damage the machine. Regular cleaning prevents these...

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Erik Brockholz
Kaffee zu Hause rösten: Lohnt sich der Geschmack

Roasting coffee at home: Is the taste worth it

Roasting coffee at home offers an exciting way to personalize your coffee experience and enjoy the freshest coffee tailored to your taste. In this article, you'll learn how home roasting works, the benefits, and how you can get started yourself. The benefits of roasting coffee at home Roasting coffee at home offers numerous advantages: Freshness Home roasted coffee is unbeatably fresh. You can roast it exactly when you need it and enjoy the full range of flavors. control You have full control over the roast level, which means you can customize your coffee exactly to your taste. diversity Experiment with...

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