Coffee Tips

How to Brew the Perfect Cup of Coffee with a V60
If you’re a coffee enthusiast looking to elevate your home brewing experience, the V60 dripper is a fantastic option to explore. V60 is known for its simplicity, and clean cup of coffee, becoming a staple in the specialty coffee world. In this blog, we’ll guide you through the steps to master the art of brewing with a V60, ensuring you get the most out of your coffee beans. What is a V60? The V60 is a cone-shaped coffee dripper developed by the Japanese company Hario. Its name comes from the 60-degree... Read more...
Silk Road Reviews: swan retro coffee machine
Silk Road Reviews: swan retro coffee machine
A perfect beginner coffee machine At an affordable price the machine offers a sophisticated Scandinavian-inspired look with many benefits, including: 15 bars of pressure 1.2 litre tank manual espresso pour... Read more...
Everything You Need to Know About Dark Roasted Coffee
Let’s take a journey into the deep, rich world of dark roasted coffee. Known for its bold flavour and intense aroma, dark roast coffee is a favourite for those who love a strong cup. Whether you’re a seasoned coffee aficionado or just exploring different roasts, dark roast has a lot to offer. What is Dark Roasted Coffee? The roasting process plays a huge role in defining the flavour, aroma, and overall experience of your coffee. Dark roast coffee beans are roasted to an internal temperature of about 240°C to 250°C,... Read more...
Everything You Need to Know About Medium Roast Coffee
As we dive into the world of medium roast coffee we are met with a perfect middle ground between the boldness of dark roast and the light- creating nuanced flavours. Medium roast coffee offers a balanced flavour profile that might just be your new favourite. and the highlight of speciality coffee. What is Medium Roast Coffee? First things first, this is how the medium roast coffee differs from the rest- the roasting process significantly impacts the flavour, aroma, and overall experience of coffee. Medium roast coffee beans are roasted until... Read more...
Everything You Need to Know About Light Roasted Coffee
For those who crave a complex and delicate flavour profile, light roast coffee is the perfect choice and a staple in speciality coffee. This blog will take you through everything you need to know about light roasted coffee, from its unique characteristics to brewing tips that will elevate your coffee experience. What is Light Roasted Coffee? Light roast coffee is roasted at a lower temperature and for a shorter amount of time compared to medium and dark roasts. This gentle roasting process typically ends at the first crack, preserving more... Read more...
The Ultimate Guide to Using a French Press for Perfect Coffee
The French press is a classic brewing method that promises rich and flavourful coffee. With its simplicity and effectiveness, it’s a go-to choice for many coffee enthusiasts. Here’s a step-by-step guide to mastering the art of French press coffee. If you're new to speciality coffee we recommend starting with the French press, medium roast coffee works perfectly with it!   What is a French Press? A French press is a manual coffee brewing device. It consists of a cylindrical glass or stainless-steel container, a plunger with a mesh filter, and... Read more...
You're Missing A Key Element to Coffee Making at Home: this is why your coffee temperature is the most important aspect
Brewing the perfect coffee at home can be challenging and time consuming, we've all been there. Many factors contribute to the final taste of the coffee; water temperature is one of the most important ones, along with quality beans, and grind size. Here's why mastering water temperature can elevate your home coffee brewing experience.   The Science of Coffee Extraction Coffee brewing is in fact a chemical experiment, happening from the comfort of your own home. When hot water comes in contact with the coffee grounds it dissolves soluble compounds,... Read more...
Behind the Scenes of Coffee Consumption: how different factors affect your coffee taste
Speciality coffee goes through a thoughtful preparation before it reaches our door. Coffee farmer have a great eye for detail from the soil that is used, to the temperature and watering. Creating a tantalising organic coffee experience for a perfect sensation for your taste buds.  The importance of soil selection: Soil significantly impacts the taste of coffee by impacting how the coffee plant's growth and develops. Nutrient Composition: Different soils contain varying levels of essential nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, magnesium, and calcium. These nutrients are critical for the healthy... Read more...
Coffee and Gut Health: a miracle elixir
As we have discussed in previous blogs, coffee has many health benefits, such as anti-inflammatory properties and reduces the risk of many diseases. But did you know coffee is also connected to gut health? A common myth about coffee is that coffee is bad for the gut, lets dive into this further. Defining Gut Health Let's start by defining gut health. Gut health covers the health of the entire digestive system, which helps break down food. By improving your gut health, microbiomes are built up in the gut (home to health bacteria), helping... Read more...
How to Create your Own Coffee Recipe: dialling in your coffee
One reason why your home coffee might not taste like coffee from a top-tier café is that you haven't taken the time to create your own recipe... What do we mean by creating your own recipe: In the coffee world, this is called "dialling in your coffee." This simply means adjusting your grind size to achieve the perfect flavour. We understand that everyone is different and might want a different flavour from the same bean, which is why it's important to take the time to experiment with your coffee.   Step... Read more...
How To Grind Your Coffee Like A Pro: Coffee Grinder Manual
Introducing our Silk Road Coffee bundle, designed to whisk you away on a journey of flavour exploration with its vintage-inspired manual grinder. Let's delve into the art of a coffee grinder. Our manual grinder has 8 settings, each crafted to cater to your brewing preferences: 1-2: Espresso For an espresso, you typically want a fine grind. This is because the espresso machine requires a fine grind due to the pressure that it's using to extract the coffee, allowing the water to pass through the fine grounds and extract the coffee... Read more...
How do Decaffeinated Speciality Coffee Beans Differ from Commercial Coffee?: Everything You Need to Know About Decaffeinated Beans
Unravelling the Mysteries of Decaf Coffee: A Deep Dive into Caffeine Removal Methods: There exists a popular misconception that decaf coffee is completely free from caffeine; however, the reality is far more nuanced. Decaf beans are grown just like normal beans but they go through extra processes to remove as much caffeine as possible, so there is still a bit of caffeine left in your coffee even if you drink decaf, but not enough to keep you up at night. At least 97% of the caffeine contents have to be... Read more...