Should I keep my coffee in the fridge? For many, the fridge seems like a logical place to store anything perishable. After all, it keeps vegetables crisp and dairy products fresh, so why wouldn't it do the same for coffee? Unfortunately, coffee beans and grounds have very specific needs when it comes to storage, and the fridge environment actually works against those needs in several ways. Here's a few reasons why your fridge is one of the worst places you Read More [...]

Does coffee make us smarter? Does Your Coffee Affect Your Brainpower? For many of us, coffee is an essential part of our daily routine. That morning cup (or two) serves as a welcome pick-me-up, boosting our alertness and helping us tackle the day ahead. But beyond the initial jolt, does coffee truly enhance our mental performance? Let's look into the science behind coffee's impact on focus, cognitive function, and productivity. The Science of Coffee and the Brain: The key player Read More [...]

Food pairing. Matching coffee to different foods. Food Pairing. Matching Coffee Pairing coffee with food can enhance the flavours of both, creating a symphony for the senses. Just as with wine, different coffee origins offer distinct characteristics that can complement or contrast with different foods. Exploring the interplay between coffee and cuisine opens up a world of great combinations, where the right coffee can elevate the taste of a dish to new heights. Let's take a journey through the landscapes Read More [...]

Drinking Coffee: 5 Real Benefits 5 Reasons Your Morning Coffee is More Than Just Caffeine Kick The aroma coffee in the morning is like a siren song, luring us out of sleep's clutches and promising a jolt of energy and inspiration. But beyond the instant pick-me-up, your coffee cup holds hidden treasures. This little bean packs a surprisingly potent punch, offering benefits that go far beyond simply banishing sleep.  I'm going to spill the beans (pun intended!) on the top Read More [...]

AMUCC: Association of Women Coffee Growers of Cauca A new coffee with a terrific back story. We have been experimenting and tasting and roasting with a new coffee from a very untypical source. This new coffee, called Manos Mujeres, comes from a co-op of 274 women producers from a range of growing regions in Colombia like Balboa, Caldono, La Vega, and Timbio. In the heart of Colombia's Cauca department, a group of 274 female coffee growers have united under the Read More [...]

The Rainforest Alliance. A force for good. Sustainable coffee is everyone's responsibility. What if every cup of coffee we drink represented not only a great taste experience but also helped to generate a sustainable and ethical living for those who cultivate and harvest it? This inspiring concept lies at the core of the Rainforest Alliance, a dedicated non-profit organisation working towards transforming coffee cultivation into a means of making positive environmental and social change. Coffee plantations across the globe serve Read More [...]

Why are coffee prices rising again? A sense of foreboding is spreading through the global coffee business in the early days of 2024 as coffee prices rise again across the globe A complex drama is unfolding, driven by the whims of our changing weather patterns and global market forces. This drama is as familiar as it is unwelcome, repeating itself again and again over the decades as the prices of Arabica coffee and Robusta rise and fall. After a brief Read More [...]

The best gift for coffee lovers Award-Winning Gourmet Coffee Collection: Dreambeans All-Stars Gift Pack Discover a selection of Ireland's best coffee with Dreambeans' All-Stars Gift Pack, an amazing selection of award-winning specialty coffees. This exclusive collection includes the three-star Great Taste Award (GTA) winner 'Torero' - Ireland's most decorated coffee, and the only Irish coffee EVER nominated for the Golden Fork Award. Savour the distinct flavours of 'Jaggy Loko' and 'Sweet Sorrento', both two-star GTA winners and favourites among the Read More [...]

The chemicals used in (other) decaf coffee NONE of our decaf is by solvent. It's ALL Swiss water method.  Let me say from the outset, ALL Dreambeans' decaf coffee is decaffeinated using the Swiss Water Method. It might cost a few dollars extra per sack but it's definitely worth it for the taste and for the knowledge that you're not drinking in any of the horrible chemicals used in the other methods. Some other roasters are not so meticulous. Read More [...]

Cold Brew Coffee. Cold brew coffee: a global tale of taste and trend. Cold brew coffee used to be only for the aficionados, or for people with too much time on their hands in the western US states. These days, however, it's more like a parallel movement, something that complements mainstream coffee techniques, and cold brew coffee has undeniably become a global beverage phenomenon. This journey from being a slightly obscure preparation method to one of the world's most sought-after Read More [...]