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    4 Tips For People Entering The Coffee World

    January 6th, 2011 | Blog, Tips & Tricks | Jamie | 5 Comments

    In the coffee world there are a million things to consider. Okay, maybe not a million but you get the idea. For example, things like water type, brew methods, bean type, grinders, brew time, and so on. When I started learning about coffee I was amazed at how scary it all was in the beginning. [...]

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  • Johnson Brothers Coffee

    A Dear Favorite Of Mine, Johnson Brothers Coffee

    January 4th, 2011 | Blog, Reviews | Jamie | 1 Comment

    A dear favorite of mine, Johnson Brothers Coffee is one of those companies that I always come back to. I can honestly say that I’ve never had a coffee from them I truly did not enjoy. Today, I am reviewing El Salvador Pacamara Finca Los Alpes The Bank which received 94 points on CoffeeReview. El [...]

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  • Hario V60

    The Hario V60: A Brew Method That Needs No Introduction

    January 2nd, 2011 | Blog, Coffee Equipment | Jamie | 1 Comment

    Yes, I said it. A brew method that needs no introduction even though I kind of am… The Hario V60’s popularity is like the French press. Sure, both brewing methods can brew more than a cup at a time, but can the French press give you a clean no sediment cup? The Hario V60 isn’t [...]

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    What’s Your New Year’s Resolution?

    December 31st, 2010 | Blog, Discussions | Jamie | 1 Comment

    Tomorrow starts the first day of a new year. With every new year comes resolutions. Aside from the usual resolutions, what resolutions this year involve coffee? Anyone planning to drink their coffee black, drink more coffee, buy only Fair Trade or Organic coffee? My resolution is to use my French press less and try some [...]

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  • Boyd's Coffee

    Review: Bahia Emerald From Boyd’s Coffee

    December 29th, 2010 | Blog, Reviews | Jamie | No Comments

    It’s the morning. You are sitting in your usual spot drinking your morning coffee. Your eyes are still half shut, but slowly they come to life with each sip of that hot cup of joe. After a few more sips your eyes spring open and you look down at that coffee so hard it’s like [...]

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  • Cherry Chapstick from De La Paz

    Review: Cherry Chapstick Espresso From De La Paz

    December 27th, 2010 | Blog, Reviews | Jamie | 1 Comment

    When it comes to Twitter users, its not just about reading other peoples tweets of 140 characters or less, but the conversations that ensue, the recommendations of products, beverages, and other things. Twitter has exceeded a lot of peoples expectations other than just “What are you doing?” One twitter user, @iamnotpretendin recommended awhile back that [...]

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    Happy Holiday’s

    December 24th, 2010 | Announcements, Blog | Jamie | No Comments

    I hope everyone has a great Holiday and a Happy New Year. Can’t believe that in just a few short days we will be entering 2011. Sure, it has been a wonderful year, but 2011 will be so much better. The Coffee Adventures will resume Monday December 27th, 2010. Be safe everyone.

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  • One Village Coffee

    Happy Holiday’s! A Package From One Village Coffee

    December 22nd, 2010 | Blog, Reviews | Jamie | 2 Comments

    I want to thank everyone at One Village Coffee for sending this out. It was a wonderful surprise when UPS dropped this package off to me. I opened it up to find 3 coffees waiting inside. The first coffee I ever had from One Village Coffee was their Smart Blend. This coffee was so delicious [...]

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    Happy 1 Year Birthday Coffee Adventures!

    December 20th, 2010 | Announcements, Blog | Jamie | 6 Comments

    One year ago today, I started The Coffee Adventures. At first it was just a blog that was mostly for personal use to document my home roasts, but it turned into something more. I started to review coffee out of need. I wanted to find an easy way to document my thoughts on coffees, but [...]

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    Coffee Giveaway: And The Winner Is…

    December 18th, 2010 | Blog, Giveaways | Jamie | No Comments

    First, I want to thank every single person that entered into the contest. Without you all, this contest would not have happened. Okay, now it’s time to announce the winner. The winner of this coffee giveaway goes to…. “eyewonit” Congrats! I will be contacting you soon. And again, thank you to everyone that entered.

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  • Pork With Coffee

    Cooking With Coffee: Barbecued Pork Tenderloin

    December 16th, 2010 | Blog, Recipes | Jamie | 2 Comments

    What’s better than drinking coffee? Cooking with coffee that is. If you are like me, you are finding more ways to enjoy that lovely brew. I’ve got a new coffee recipe that I have found online, and it is absolutely delicious. Let’s just say that Coffee Beef Stew now has a run for its money. [...]

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  • Kuma Coffee

    Coffee Review: Guatemala Finca El Injerto From Kuma Coffee

    December 14th, 2010 | Blog, Reviews | Jamie | No Comments

    I just want to thank Kuma Coffee for throwing in this extra bag of coffee for me to review. The Brazil Conado Pulp Natural Peaberry I had awhile back was different from most coffees I’ve had. The salted caramel note threw me off because it wasn’t something I was expecting to be in my coffee. [...]

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