The Bountiful Bean: 10/01/2009

Coffee Gifts for Coffee Lovers

>> Tuesday, October 20, 2009

Not sure what to buy for that coffee lover in your life? As an expert on coffee, I have been the receiver of many of these gifts. Some were right on the mark, others, no so great. What every coffee drinker knows is that coffee is about the experience. The coffee taste, coffee smell, and coffee feeling are all combined for the overall enjoyment. Try some of these ideas on for size. The coffee lover in your life might just love you a little more.

Refreshing music to enjoy with your coffee

>> Monday, October 19, 2009

This song makes me smile every time I hear it. Perfect for Saturday morning, snuggling in front of the fire with your sweetie, and your coffee.

Roasting in the Rain

>> Thursday, October 15, 2009

Last night, I had the opportunity to stand outside in the dark, in the rain, and roast coffee. Wow, I really wondered what I was doing. I managed to improvise a shelter with some umbrellas, and our patio table, plus I set up shop close enough to the house to have some wind break. The result is 3 pounds of freshly roasted coffee. Some to be delivered in Des Moines today, the remainder for my family to enjoy. Boy was my wife happy this morning. Our treat was Guatemala Huehuetenango, freshly roasted, and amazingly delicious. It is pronounced "way-way-ten-ang-oh". This coffee is from the Northern region of Guatemala. This region of Guatemala is known for it's lively coffee. The rich flavor finishes with a hint of chocolate, and is one of my favorites.