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The Best Bean To Cup Coffee Machine

Having a bean to cup coffee machine in the comfort of your own home means you could enjoy fresh ground, impeccably brewed coffee any time you wish to. Whether you have a business of your own and would want to come up with something memorable for your clientele or if you just want something premium for your home, this is a surefire way to getting professional quality coffee.

All you need for this type of coffee maker to work is pick out your preferred coffee beans and put them inside the right holder on the product. Starting the control is done by manipulating push-button functions, and this is so easy to do. Thereafter, you will have ground beans and you have your brewed coffee in no time.

Dimensions are among the most important factors to be taken into consideration when getting coffee machines. Some of them are large, it could be good or it could be bad. It’s how you use the device and what you use it for.

If you have a large space, you can have one that has room for stacking cups, creamer, and other condiments for coffee. They should be kept in one location so you can always grab your coffee quickly and be on the move. If you don’t have so much room to spare, get the more stream-lined designs actually made for conserving room. They don’t have so much space for condiment, but they will be just as good in producing your coffee every time.

Even though other coffee machines have additional charges, some units are of good prices, whether you’re buying it for your business or for your humble home. You can get it online, or you can shop around see what suits you best and see what the best deal for you is.

All of coffee lovers swear by perfectly brewed coffee. Sometimes, it tends to become so much of a hassle if you need it but can’t swing by your favorite café. So coffee machines are always an investment if you consider yourself to be one of these people.

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Posted by Olga Hartman - November 11, 2013 at 1:23 pm

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Kona Coffee – Loved Across The Globe

Coffee is popular as a source of warmth and can be a great picker-upper especially when you are physically and mentally drained. Across the globe, coffee is known as one the most loved non-alcoholic beverage, along with tea and hot chocolate. There are two types of category that defines the quality of coffee which consist of Arabica and Robusta.

Kona coffee, which is under the Arabica category, is known to be one of the priciest coffee all over the world.

The factor for a certain coffee to be considered as Kona officially is weather. The weather that suits this coffee is mainly bright sunny mornings, cold rainy afternoons and slow yet steady nights. Such weather serves as a really great coffee growing factor! Aside from weather, the soil should be rich and nutritious.

In Hawaii, the soil has a good combination of minerals and acids, as well as good supply of water to the coffee bean. It is a dark colored volcanic soil. Simply put, the method involved in picking the coffee beans is by manual which is non machinery. This is to make sure that the beans are handled carefully. By doing such, finest quality beans could be harvested. And then, it will be distributed and sent for retailing to make coffee lovers smile from ear to ear.

Kona coffee is perfect for those who are true blue coffee lovers as it has a full bodied flavor with breathtaking aroma. That said, you can’t say you’re a real fanatic of coffee if you haven’t tried Kona coffee yet. It represents elegance, luxury and reputation. Just a good sip can take the stress of the day away. It is deemed a perfect escape from reality especially when you’re having a bad day!

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Posted by Olga Hartman - October 31, 2013 at 2:20 pm

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Cinnamon Roll Coffee Cake Recipe (It was a good morning)

Cinnamon Roll Coffee Cake Recipe (It was a good morning)

Don’t you just love it when you can learn how to make something that you totally love all by yourself?

If you’re passionate about a certain food item, why not take it up a notch and learn how to make it? Here’s a video on how to make Cinnamon Roll Coffee Cake.

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Posted by Olga Hartman - October 7, 2013 at 3:32 pm

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How to make a good cup of BOLD coffee?

Question by Dhilled: How to make a good cup of BOLD coffee?
I want a good cup of BOLD coffee. Basically i want measurements on how much milk and sugar i should add to it. 10 Points to the best answer.

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Answer by khem student
Get a french press with scoop for about $ 20-$ 40. On the press is cup measurements or dashed lines. Place three scoops of finely ground coffee for 2 cups, fill with hot water up to the dashed 2 cup line and let steep for 2-5 minutes with press resting above it to retain heat. Then press to the bottom 3 times, making sure to not let any grounds escape. Pour enough into your cup to fill it 3/4 full. Add a little less than 1/4 cup of milk and two packets of in the raw (or desired) sugar. I prefer adding 1/4 cup milk + 2 pumps hazelnut syrup+ 1 tbsp agave sugar syrup and topping with cinnamon. Good Luck!
Sidenote: Choosing a good Dark Roast Helps 🙂

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Posted by Coffee Guy - May 1, 2013 at 1:02 pm

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I’m on my third cup of coffee and still tired?

Question by lauren b: I’m on my third cup of coffee and still tired?
Should I just take a nap? Is all this coffee bad for me?
This would make a total of five cups of coffee today,one at breakfast and one at lunch, vs my usual two.

It’s probably because this new coffee isn’t very good or something.

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Answer by Authentically Angela

Lauren,

Our bodies have a neat way of making sure everything stays in balance. If you prolong what your body is asking for it actually worsens the effect of being off a regular sleep cycle. When you deny what your body is asking for, rest or a good deep sleep, there is a chemical process that takes place and it’s counter productive. Your body creates adrenaline to fight of fatigue, and you enter what we call the flight or fight syndrome. Then there’s just a nasty onslaught of hormones that our body pumps out to ‘help’ keep you awake. And when you do actually lay down to sleep your body doesn’t get the deep REM sleep it actually needs. If you have unhealthy sleep habits it can effect your work performance, attention span, emotions, and ultimately cut into your immune system making you more prone to sickness. It’s just a vicious cycle. So if at all possible, take a nap, and stick to a regular sleep schedule.

I however have to disagree about coffee being ‘bad for you’. Although, it is important to watch the amount of caffeine you consume in other products, especially if you may be sensitive to caffeine. Most people don’t know that a major source of their daily antioxidants is found right in their cup of joe. Neat huh? Depending on the coffee you drink and where it’s from Coffee can actually be VERY good for you.

I hope that information helps. If possible, I do suggest trying to take a nap, and after your rested then grab a cup of good joe.

Best Regards,
Authentically Angela

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Posted by Coffee Guy - April 10, 2013 at 1:56 pm

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If coffee is good for the cardiovascular system, alzheimers prevention and metabolism, does this stand true?

Question by BingoBanggoBongo: If coffee is good for the cardiovascular system, Alzheimer’s prevention and metabolism, does this stand true?
or coffee that is decaffeinated? Or is it primarily the caffeine that has the benefits?

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Answer by muddygirl

The health benefits of coffee come mainly from its antioxidant content. Coffee is the number one source of antioxidants in the American diet (though this may say more about our poor diet of over-processed food and lack of vegetables than anything else). These nutrients are not lost in the decaffeination process, so in that respect, decaf should be just as good.

One word of warning, though. Look for decaf coffee that has been water processed, not chemical process. Some lower quality coffees use trace amounts of carcinogenic chemicals in the decaf process. Though producers claim that no chemical residue remains on the beans, why take that risk? Besides, the water processed decaf coffee tastes better.

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Posted by Coffee Guy - April 1, 2013 at 1:56 pm

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I heard black coffee or green tea is good to have before a workout, does a specific brand work best?

Question by Nickk: I heard black coffee or green tea is good to have before a workout, does a specific brand work best?
I’m looking for options that I can use before I work out. I heard drinking black coffee or green tea is good to drink before a work out.i was wondering does drinking
Both help more than just drinking the one? And can the the black coffee be iced or does it have to be hot? Thanks!

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Its really the caffeine in it that makes it a good thing before a workout. Caffeine has been known for some time now as improving ones energy output during exercise. Athletes that drink one or two cups of coffee an hour before an event report improved performance. So the brand doesnt matter as much as how much caffiene is in it and how sensitive you are to caffeine.

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Posted by Coffee Guy - March 12, 2013 at 1:07 pm

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Coffee makers that will give me a good european style cup of coffee?

Question by jubeliah: Coffee makers that will give me a good european style cup of coffee?
Im and american and i hate american coffee. Its way too weak and the quality is terrible. In recent trips to europe i had many great cups of coffee and cant find anythign like it at home. Im looking to spend up to $ 200.

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Answer by divaqueen
I had the same problem until I bought a Cuisinart Coffee Maker. It gets every granule in the filter while brewing. I love it, because I love coffee. I drink it black, and want to drink a fresh, bold tasting cup of coffee – not colored water.

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Posted by Coffee Guy - January 30, 2013 at 1:35 pm

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How can I distinguish a good coffee from a bad one?

Question by Sören: How can I distinguish a good coffee from a bad one?
Which elements can help me?

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Answer by leisure j
You are a better judge of good coffee than you might think. If you like it, it’s a good coffee. If you don’t like it, it’s a bad coffee. Your opinion is the determining factor for yourself.

Personally, I enjoy a darker coffee with a bold flavor, not too bitter.

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Posted by Coffee Guy - January 26, 2013 at 1:50 pm

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What is a good espresso or coffee machine to buy?

Question by dkeel76: What is a good espresso or coffee machine to buy?
I like Cafe Bustelo and other Latin coffees, and I also tend to like heartier European coffees. I need something that can make good coffee, even if i only want one cup at a time (I live alone). And I’d prefer to spend less than a couple hundred dollars.

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Answer by jeffp

You can absolutely get a quality espresso or coffee machine for under $ 200. It will be a little harder to find a good espresso machine for that price, but you can pick one up on eBay at about 1/2 of the going retail price.

Here are a few machines I would recommend in your price range:

Braun Tassimo
Brews single cups of espresso, coffee, and tea. Very well reviewed and an amazing value in an espresso/coffee machine. Can be purchased (new and used) on eBay for around $ 100.

Gaggia Evolution
Great espresso machine for the money and brews fantastic espresso. Gaggia has a well-deserved reputation as a great entry level machine. Can be purchased new for $ 300 or on eBay for around $ 180.

Hope that helps…check out the site below to find great deals on the above machines and many other espresso machines!

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Posted by Coffee Guy - January 19, 2013 at 1:50 pm

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