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How Altitude Affects Coffee: A close-up of a person drinking a cup of coffee in the mountains on a snowy day
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Altitude: The Hidden Factor in Coffee Preparation

June 8, 2026 baristamagazine Comments Off on Altitude: The Hidden Factor in Coffee Preparation

We explore how elevation impacts coffee growing, roasting, and brewing. BY KALEY LEFEVRE BARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured image courtesy of Chris Chandler/Vail Mountain Coffee & Tea Co. What to know: Picture this: It’s a powder […]

A barista pours water into a cup of coffee
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Something in the Water—How Water Chemistry Impacts the Taste of Coffee

May 12, 2026 baristamagazine Comments Off on Something in the Water—How Water Chemistry Impacts the Taste of Coffee

The water you brew with can shape the taste of your coffee as much as the coffee itself. Today, we explore the science behind it. BY ANGEL CASTILLO BARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo courtesy of […]

Ultrasound brewed coffee in a lab
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Ultrasound is Changing the Cold Brew Game

May 5, 2026 baristamagazine Comments Off on Ultrasound is Changing the Cold Brew Game

Cold brew ready in minutes? What once seemed impossible is now becoming reality with ultrasonic technology. BY BHAVI PATEL FOR BARISTA MAGAZINE Photos courtesy of Bhavi Patel unless otherwise noted What to know: It’s a […]

A shot of espresso is pulled from an espresso machine into a coffee cup.
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Make the Most of Your Daily Cup: How to Drink Coffee the “Right” Way

April 30, 2026 Emily Joy Meneses Comments Off on Make the Most of Your Daily Cup: How to Drink Coffee the “Right” Way

Have you ever had a cup of coffee and felt more tired afterward? Science says there’s a “right” way to drink your morning brew, to maximize the effects of caffeine. BY EMILY JOY MENESES ONLINE […]

Coffee Mkulima: A row of coffee seedlings
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Coffee Mkulima: The Digital Platform Transforming Coffee Farming in Kenya

April 23, 2026 baristamagazine Comments Off on Coffee Mkulima: The Digital Platform Transforming Coffee Farming in Kenya

Developed by leaders in Uasin Gishu County, the digital platform seeks to strengthen Kenya’s coffee sector by providing producers with critical growing information. BY DANIEL MURAGA BARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo by Christian Joudrey. All […]

Frozen coffee: A close-up of a hand holding green coffee beans.
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Frozen in Time: Why Some of Today’s Best Coffees Are Coming Out of the Freezer

February 11, 2026 Emily Joy Meneses Comments Off on Frozen in Time: Why Some of Today’s Best Coffees Are Coming Out of the Freezer

Would you try coffee that was harvested ten years ago? Roasters are experimenting with freezing green coffee, unlocking new possibilities for quality preservation. BY EMILY JOY MENESES ONLINE EDITOR Photo by George Dagerotip We’re all […]

Coffee Temperature: A shot of espresso sits next to a bowl full of coffee beans.
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The Temperature Paradox—Why Specialty Coffee Tastes Better Cool

February 4, 2026 baristamagazine Comments Off on The Temperature Paradox—Why Specialty Coffee Tastes Better Cool

Why does specialty coffee taste better as its temperature drops? Today, we explain the science behind the phenomenon. BY BHAVI PATEL BARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo sourced via Pexels Walk into any professional cupping lab, […]

Caffeine Health: A cup of black coffee sits on a bed of coffee beans.
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New Research Shows Health Benefits of Coffee

January 28, 2026 baristamagazine Comments Off on New Research Shows Health Benefits of Coffee

Health-conscious consumers have long debated whether or not coffee is “good” for you—but recent studies show that coffee can fit into a healthy lifestyle. BY ANGEL CASTILLO BARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo courtesy of Indra […]

Someone holds a water kettle, pouring hot water into a V60 pourover coffee brewer.
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New Study Shows Why Pour Height Matters

January 7, 2026 baristamagazine Comments Off on New Study Shows Why Pour Height Matters

How high should you hold that kettle? Scientists have finally found an answer—and it may surprise you. BY BHAVI PATEL BARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo by Julien Labelle Every barista knows the ritual: the careful […]

The Specialty Coffee Association's flavor wheel
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What Would a Flavor-Diverse Coffee Wheel Look Like?

October 21, 2025 baristamagazine Comments Off on What Would a Flavor-Diverse Coffee Wheel Look Like?

Should standard coffee wheels be updated to reflect a more culturally diverse workforce and consumer base? Today, we explore the issue. BY TWIGGY YEUNGBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured image courtesy of the Specialty Coffee Association Budding […]

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