Country of origin: Rwanda Washing Station: Musasa Ruli Owner: Faustin Ribalimana Processing: Fully Washed Altitude: 2,020 metres above sea level Varietal: 100% Red Bourbon The final installment of my Glasgow cupping brings us this unqiue tasting coffee from the Musasa Ruli washing station which is situated in Rwanda’s Gakenke District of Northern Province. About the Farmer: Faustin Ribalimana is…
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Filter Coffee Brewing Ratios
If you’ve ever taken a look at the back of our coffee bags you will have noticed a list of coffee recipes or ‘brewing ratios’. Where filter brewing is concerned we recommend a ratio of 30g of coffee to 500ml of water or 60g per litre. Have we plucked this figure out of mid air?…
Filter Papers Explained
Over the past few years we’ve seen an explosion in coffee brewing devices, along with an ever increasing range of coffee filters. In this article we take a look at the main characteristics of the various filters on the market. Although there are many different size and style variations, coffee paper filters are made from…
Coffee Drying Methods
We use the term processing in coffee to describe the methods used to remove the seeds i.e. the green beans, from the coffee fruit, or cherry. At some stage during processing, the beans will need to be dried, and this opens up a whole range of options for producer. The reasons for choosing a particular…
Choosing a Home Espresso Machine
With so many different espresso machines on the market, choosing a new model can be a daunting process. In this article we’ll explore the various features to look for and suggest some machines which we think work for those new to espresso as well as the keen home enthusiast. Buy A Great Grinder It might…
A Spolight on Folk
The saying “there’s nowt so queer as folk” basically means there’s nothing as strange as people, but trust us, there’s nothing strange about the ‘folk’ who run Folk in Bowness-on-Windermere in the heart of the Lake District! Paul and Georgia bought Folk on a bit of a whim when they were house hunting in the…
A Spotlight on The Moon & Sixpence
There are coffee shops and then there are ‘coffee’ shops and The Moon & Sixpence certainly falls into the second category. Find out what makes The Moon & Sixpence in Cockermouth one of those special places to visit.
Podcast: Coffee with Stephen Kidd, owner of The Moon & Sixpence
In this episode we talk to Stephen Kidd, owner of The Moon & Sixpence in Cockermouth. 2020 was an interesting year for Stephen! It began with a trip to Costa Rica where he experienced life on a coffee farm, he was then faced with the challenge of reshaping his business due to lockdown and on…
The Roaster’s Table
Just like the chef’s table in a restaurant, our Roaster’s Table membership scheme allows you to get an up-close perspective on coffee and the processes required to get to the final product you enjoy on a day to day basis. The core of our Roaster’s Table is our monthly coffee cupping experience. This will be…
A Spotlight on Levens Kitchen
Where is it? In quite simply one of the most picturesque settings you could imagine – in a new purpose- built, architecturally stunning space within the grounds of the Elizabethan House, Levens Hall alongside the world-famous topiary gardens. Levens Hall is located at the gateway to the Lake District National Park on the edge of…
Coffee Roasting: the colour change
Throughout the process of roasting coffee the beans go through numerous chemical and physical changes. In this post we’re going to delve into the colour changes which occur from green bean to the final roasted product. You can also watch our latest video on this topic! Why not subscribe to our YouTube channel to make…
Coffee Brewing Scales
A set of coffee brewing scales are a ‘must have’ if you want to improve the quality of your coffee brewing and achieve a professional level of consistency. There are a number of scales on the market to suit most budgets; the more you spend, the more features you are likely to have on the…