It doesn’t take one long reading articles and news about coffee to see that there is an infatuation with the “perfect cup” of coffee. This makes me laugh. Hey, I like quality, fresh, delicious coffee as much as anybody. But what is with the obsession with “the perfect cup”? Is it marketing hype? Is it [...]
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Don’t Take Your Coffee Too Seriously
I am going to start off by making this clear right away. Life is too short to drink bad tasting coffee. Did you get that? Don’t drink bad coffee. It’s just not necessary and it’s foolish. Now that you have heard that, I’d like to follow up with this very strong suggestion. Don’t take your [...]
8 Things to Help You Enjoy Starbucks-Like Coffee Drinks At Home
Let’s face it. People like Starbucks. Hey, it’s well run business that serves customers a range of tasty coffee and espresso drinks. Even if you are somebody who doesn’t like Starbucks, it’s tough to deny that they serve their customers well and provide a welcoming, relaxing coffee experience. That’s a good thing. However, drinking coffee [...]
Bring A Little Of That Coffee House Feel Into your Home
You are the type of person who loves to hang out at a favorite coffee house. You probably have a favorite coffee mug. You probably even have an idea of what your idea of coffee zen is like. You appreciate a fine cup of coffee. You like it even more when you there are nice [...]
5 Cool Things About Iced Coffee
It’s summer time. The weather across much of America has been HOT. In Syracuse, NY the temperature was in the mid 90s most of the week. You know what that means for a coffee lover? It’s iced coffee time. That’s right. All week I have been turning to iced coffee as my refreshing escape [...]
Is Coffee Your Pick-Me-Up or Your Crutch?
Do you look forward to the morning cup of coffee? It seems like every coffee drinker does. It’s the wonderful smell. It’s the delicious taste. And yes, it’s the pick me up. That pick-me-up can be a positive thing. It can be an enjoyable little lift. Then again, it could be a crutch. It could [...]
An Extra Espresso Shot Can Enhance Your Coffee Experience
Sometimes an espresso shot is just what a person needs. An extra espresso shot can really enhance your coffee experience. Think that sounds over the top? I’ll prove it to you. In fact I’ll give you my 3 favorite reasons to have that extra shot of espresso. Let’s see if this sounds familiar. You are [...]
7 Fun, Relaxing or Productive Ways To Take A Coffee Break
If you enjoy a cup of coffee, who doesn’t love the coffee break? It’s a wonderful way to give yourself a brief period to refresh and rejuvenate during a work day. Like most things, the coffee break has changed over the years, but that doesn’t mean it’s not just as appreciated. The coffee break got [...]
Starbucks, Please Put the Double Shot On Ice Back On Your Menu
Am I the only one who wants the Double Shot on Ice back on the Starbucks menu? The Double Shot on Ice was just about the best thing Starbucks have ever had on their menu. No, I am not talking about the silly beverage they now have in the can. I mean the shots [...]
Coffee Is Not A Guilty Pleasure
Alright. Something has to be set straight once and for all. People are always saying that coffee is their guilty pleasure. What is that all about? What do you mean guilty pleasure? What is with the guilt? Stop. Coffee is a pleasure. There is absolutely no need for guilt. Coffee Has Health Benefits Where does the guilt [...]
10 Occasions to Enjoy The Simple Pleasures of Coffee
My motto and the motto of CoffeeZen is embrace the simple pleasures of coffee. There are many occasions in life to do just that. Here are ten. Some seem obvious, but they are there for a reason. Don’t take them for granted. 10 Occasions to Enjoy Coffee First thing in the morning – There is [...]
Do You Have A Coffee Spot?
It’s been said before. Coffee is more than a beverage to some people (myself included). People have favorite coffee mugs. People look forward to having coffee as part of something they are doing. For me, coffee and writing is…well, let’s just say you’ll rarely see me sit down to write without a cup of coffee. [...]