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How is specialty coffee different from commercial coffee?Specialty coffee is grown and harvested at high altitudes, in best soil and in an ideal micro-climate that create unique flavor profiles. This type of coffee scores more than 80 out of 100 according to SCA (Specialty Coffee Association) standards.
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What do ratings mean for specialty coffee and who rates them?Coffee goes through many grading processes by professionals who have earned their Q Grader certification from the Coffee Quality Institute (CQI). Coffee is classified first when it is green bean (not roasted), specialists look for defects or stains reducing the final score; Once the green coffee has passed grading, it will be roasted and cupped in samples. Attributes such as fragrance, aroma, flavor, aftertaste, body, acidity, balance, and overall impression of the coffee are considered to taste and critically rate it, the official way of cupping is standard worldwide and where the 100-point scoring system comes from.
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How long can I keep a bag of coffee before it goes stale?An open bag of whole beans coffee can keep fresh up to 3 months, with good storage conditions. An open bag of ground coffee will be good up to 1 month before it starts to break down.
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Can I store the coffee inside the refrigerator or freezer?Coffee acts like baking soda that start to absorb food´s flavors and odors rapidly. If you store it inside the freezer, it can be exposed to moisture which will cause coffee to stale rapidly and lose its flavor.
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What is the best way to store coffee?Keep your coffee in a cool and dry place. Oxygen is coffee´s worst enemy; therefore, an airtight container will keep it fresh for more time. Coffee should be kept away from spices to avoid odor contamination.
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Which coffee makers is better to make my coffee?You can use this product in any type of coffee maker (French press, percolator, single serve, aeropress, drip, pour over, cold brew and mocha).
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How much coffee should I use to make a cup of coffee?From 8-9 grams of ground coffee needed, will depend on strength preference, for 6oz cup.
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How many cups of coffee can I make per bag of El Artesano Coffee (12Onz)?Approximately 34 cups of 6 FL Oz each
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Why medium roast is the only purchase option?It is the roast on which you can best enjoy the flavor of a good specialty coffee.
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Which coffee makers is better to make my coffee?You can use this product in any type of coffee maker (French press, percolator, single serve, aeropress, drip, pour over, cold brew and mocha).
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