Coffee Drinks

What We Brew in the Shadows

The shadow of Halloween is upon us. Here are the spine-tingling delights being brewed at cafés across the cornfields. BY J. MARIE CARLANBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo by Ksenia Yakovleva Greetings, ghouls, goblins, and goodies! […]

Coffee Drinks

6 Amazing Drinks in Kansas City, Mo.

The city jumped into the specialty-coffee game early, and continues to be a top-tier destination for good brews. BY EDDIE P. GOMEZSPECIAL TO BARISTA MAGAZINE Featured photo by Getty Images/Unsplash Kansas City, Mo., continues to […]

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Know Your Sweeteners: Dates

The Medjool date is the world’s oldest cultivated fruit, and today, dates can be used to provide a light and natural sweetness to coffee and tea. BY EMILY JOY MENESESBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo by […]

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Know Your Ingredients: Marshmallow

We explore the history behind one of the Western world’s favorite summertime treats. BY EMILY JOY MENESESBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo by Leon Contreras Marshmallows are synonymous with summertime—the sweet, sticky treat can be found […]

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Know Your Sweeteners: Beet Sugar

We explore the differences between beet sugar and sugarcane, and take a look at their environmental impact. BY EMILY JOY MENESESBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo by Ville Mononen Most of us will add a spoonful […]