Jul
14th
2010
Americano Madness
Posted by Joe Paravisini6 Shots over ice. The perfect cure to a hot, sleepy day! Read More...
Jul
13th
2010
Mathematical Coffee Pouring
Posted by Joe ParavisiniThe Guardian has a great article on yet one more variable that the obsessive compulsive can attempt to control in the endless pursuit of the perfect cup. Read More...
Apr
1st
2010
Cona Brewing Fun
Posted by Joe ParavisiniFinally dusted off my Cona and brewed some of the “secret” coffee (see previous post .) I had to share a picture and some more tasting notes. So after the roast rested a couple of days, I brewed it in my Cona (pictured on the right, also lovingly known to many as my “coffee bong”). This coffee is simply incredible. It literally has no flaws, everything is perfectly balanced. A medium brightness lets you know it has strong Latin American roots. It has a very full body and an overall incredible flavor profile with an undeniable almond with some [...] Read More...
Mar
30th
2010
Roasting Adventures #1
Posted by Joe ParavisiniTonight I had the opportunity to cup the second best coffee I have ever tasted (the first had been a Colombian Cup of Excellence winner back a few years ago). I can’t say what it is yet, but there is a strong possibility it will become our first “Caffè Esclusivo” coffees. Anyways, here is a shot: Here are some notes from my initial cupping: “The cup was perfectly balanced with a mild/medium brightness and a medium body, milk chocolate, almond, incredible aftertaste that lingered pleasantly for 20 minutes, overall almost perfect cup” Read More...
Mar
16th
2010
What Is Single-Origin Coffee?
Posted by Joe ParavisiniParavisini Coffee Company specializes in single-origin coffees. You won’t find a major focus on blends here, because we hold a high regard to the distinct character of each and every coffee that we roast. The coffee tree grows and produces fruit in many countries around the world. Coffee is a very finicky plant , requiring an even rainfall throughout the year, and a consistently mild temperature around 68-72°F degrees. This ideal climate can be found all over the world, centered around the equator. Because of the vast differences in regions such as varying soil, rainfall, elevation, pests [...] Read More...
