An Updated Guide to Valencia, Spain’s Specialty-Coffee Scene

An Updated Guide to Valencia, Spain’s Specialty-Coffee Scene

Known for its beaches and laid-back rhythm, Valencia has quietly emerged as a force in Spain’s coffee scene. After two years away, we’re back with more cafés worth visiting in the coastal city. BY ISABELLE MANIBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo by Chimo Garcia-Menacho de Vargas, courtesy of Valencia is Coffee Blending local charm with international […]

Should you freeze coffee beans?

Should you freeze coffee beans?

I get asked this question a lot, and it is time to give you an answer. Broadly, for excess coffee, freezing is a great storage solution. source

Obscure Coffee Roasters Shines a Light on Puerto Rican Coffee in Brooklyn

Obscure Coffee Roasters Shines a Light on Puerto Rican Coffee in Brooklyn

Obscure Coffee Roasters Owner Norberto Peña at the new cafe. All images courtesy of Obscure Coffee Roasters.   The first brick-and-mortar cafe from three-year-old Obscure Coffee Roasters is open for business in Brooklyn, New York, offering coffees that shine brightly in the cup.  Located at the entrance of the Bushwick Comedy Club on Melrose Street, […]

Are washed coffees still as popular as they used to be?

Are washed coffees still as popular as they used to be?

Washed coffees have long been the bedrock of specialty coffee. Clean, crisp, and vibrant, these coffees are typically considered an expression of “pure” terroir and flavour, reinforcing their popularity. In addition to their solid presence in coffee shops, roasters often take washed coffees to events, showcasing balanced flavour profiles that offer consistency and clarity. However, […]