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Know Your Sweeteners: Stevia

Ever wondered how stevia came to be as common as sugar? Today, we’re tracing its journey from South America to around the world. BY EMILY JOY MENESESBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo by manuel m. v. […]

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Know Your Sweeteners: Maple

Rich and warm in flavor, maple makes for a great sweetener — plus, its production is believed to have positive effects on the environment. BY EMILY JOY MENESESBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo sourced via Pixabay […]

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Know Your Ingredients: Star Anise

A popular holiday ingredient, star anise has roots in Vietnam and China—and it’s making itself known in a number of coffee shops in the Western world. BY EMILY JOY MENESESBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo by […]