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The Coffee Selection Process
Not all beans are created equal. That is why we select only the best
beans from around the world for your coffee enjoyment.
Before we purchase any coffee to be roasted, green coffee samples are sent to us
for evaluation. We roast a small sample of the coffee, grind it and add
piping hot water. After stirring, sniffing, slurping and spitting, we
are able to evaluate the flavor, aroma and body of the coffee.
This procedure is called "cupping the coffee". After careful scrutiny, a
determination is made as to which coffees we select to buy.
Depending upon its particular characteristics, we will sell the coffee
as a 'single origin' coffee or it will be included in one of our gourmet
blends. Coffee, like wine, is affected by the environmental conditions
under which it is grown and harvested. Not every crop produces great
coffee.
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