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What "specialty" actually means

The 80-point cup score, the SCA grading scale, why the line matters at the farm — and why the numbers above it are more contested than most drinkers realise.

What "specialty" actually means

The 80-point cup score, the SCA grading scale, why the line matters at the farm — and why the numbers above it are more contested than most drinkers realise.

Forested coffee mountains and a river in highland Honduras

Honduras: the quiet rise

Latin America's largest coffee producer by volume — and one of its least-known specialty origins. That's changing.

Honduras: the quiet rise

Latin America's largest coffee producer by volume — and one of its least-known specialty origins. That's changing.

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How to brew French Press the right way

The classic full-immersion brewer, done properly. The recipe, the rest, the gentle plunge — and why patience is the secret.

How to brew French Press the right way

The classic full-immersion brewer, done properly. The recipe, the rest, the gentle plunge — and why patience is the secret.

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How to pull a great espresso at home

The most demanding home brew, in plain English. The recipe, the dial-in process, and the three things that make or break a shot.

How to pull a great espresso at home

The most demanding home brew, in plain English. The recipe, the dial-in process, and the three things that make or break a shot.

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How to brew AeroPress

The most forgiving brewer ever made. A recipe that works almost anywhere — from your kitchen to a hotel room.

How to brew AeroPress

The most forgiving brewer ever made. A recipe that works almost anywhere — from your kitchen to a hotel room.

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How to brew V60 pour-over

The most-loved pour-over device, demystified. The recipe, the method, and the small adjustments that make the difference between a flat cup and a great one.

How to brew V60 pour-over

The most-loved pour-over device, demystified. The recipe, the method, and the small adjustments that make the difference between a flat cup and a great one.