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Here’s the Scoop On How Grind Size Affects Your Coffee

Coffee grind size can mean the difference between a lackluster cup of coffee and a perfect one. Even if you use the best coffee beans and the most expensive coffee maker, you won’t get a great cup of coffee if the grind is too coarse or too fine. The Different Types of Coffee Grinds There […]

Do You Know Your Daily Caffeine Intake? Here’s Why You Should

March is National Caffeine Awareness Month, a time to celebrate the beloved stimulant that keeps us going and going like the Energizer Bunny. It’s a time to reflect on our caffeine habits, enjoy a freshly brewed cup of coffee or tea, and maybe even try out some caffeine-free options. We all love a good cup […]

Add Award-Winning Technology to Your Office With This New Water Delivery System From FRIIA

Water performs essential functions for your body. It regulates temperature, carries oxygen and minerals to your cells, cushions joints, supports your organs, and flushes your bowels and kidneys. Since human brains are about 75 percent water, mild dehydration can reduce cognitive function.  The new FRIIA water system is an under-counter mount that delivers hot, cold […]

A Little History on the Phrase “Cup of Joe”

Why is coffee sometimes referred to as a “cup of Joe”? No one knows for sure, but “cup of Joe” endures, whether you take your coffee black or as a cold brew–or even if you prefer a fancier version, like espresso, latte, or cappuccino. There may be many theories about where the phrase comes from, […]

Look Forward to These Office Break Room Trends in 2023

The offices in the Boston area are quickly becoming places where employees love to spend their time rather than places they have to go. In the new year, we expect significant changes in how offices are designed and run. In 2023, employees everywhere will look forward to celebrating these new additions. What’s New About the […]

Gourmet Coffee vs. Regular Coffee — Is There Really a Difference?

Did you know that coffee is one of the most popular agricultural commodities in the world, with an export value of over $6 billion? Despite the popularity of coffee and its somewhat mixed reputation from those who love it and those who do not, there is a type that has become known as a gourmet […]

Did You Know the Flavor of Your Coffee Comes Down to the Color of the Bean?

If you read our previous blog (and we’re SURE you did), you know that coffee beans are not beans at all. Coffee beans are actually seeds. They start out green, then change in color as they roast. The temperature and length of time they roast determine their color and flavor. Most coffee connoisseurs refer to […]

Spice Up Your Holiday Coffee with These Festive Ingredients

‘Tis the season to enjoy festive holiday flavors. Even if you’re fully committed to that hot cup of java with two sugars and a touch of cream at home or at work, you can still expand your horizons and let your tastebuds explore the impact of holiday spices on your traditional brew. What’s extra fun […]

What Do Coffee and Cherries Have in Common? Discover the Answer Every Coffee Lover Should Know

No doubt you’re all too familiar with that delectable daily delight that only coffee can deliver. But do you know how your cup of coffee came to be? Here’s its origin story. It Starts With the Plant A coffee bean plant is a tall shrub reminiscent of a berry bush. Like most plants, species abound, […]

BostonbeaN Introduces POUR’D to Their Line of Office Brewers

Boston fans intuitively know it takes more than one superstar to win a championship. At BostonbeaN, we’re always looking for the next rising star to add to our lineup of office brewers. We found one right in our own backyard! We took notice when the Specialty Coffee Expo (largest coffee event in North America) descended […]