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Cold Brew Season Is Back! Why Your Office Needs a Cold Brew Keg This Spring

As warm weather returns, so does the desire for delicious cold brew coffee. More than a simple iced coffee, cold brew is the pinnacle of refreshing caffeinated beverages. BostonbeaN has a wide variety of premium cold brew options in our own kegs, ready to be tapped in your office to keep productivity up and employees happy even when the temperatures soar.

The Benefits of Cold Brew for Your Office

Cold brew isn’t simply an iced version of regular coffee. It offers a cool, stronger, mellow version of traditional coffee without being watered down by melting ice. Additionally, it stands out from other preparation methods in a variety of ways:

Boosts Productivity & Energy: Cold brew’s smooth, extra-strong kick keeps employees energized and focused, due to its stronger caffeine content.
Perfect for Warmer Days: It’s wonderful to have a cold, freshly tapped cup of cold brew when the temperature is getting ridiculous outside.
Healthier Coffee Choice: Cold brew has a lower acidity than hot-brewed coffee, and can be provided without any additives, unlike many other types of pre-brewed cold coffee.

Explore BostonbeaN’s Cold Brew Offerings

BostonbeaN has a variety of cold brew options for your break room, from free-standing kegerators to countertop models offering a variety of flavors to please even the pickiest employee.

Wandering Bear Ready-to-Drink Cold Brew
- Six extra-strong, smooth flavors (Straight Black, Vanilla, Mocha, Hazelnut, Caramel, Decaf) to keep your staff focused.
- USDA Organic, dairy-free and sugar-free; keep it low-calorie or add whatever flavors you want.
Sail Away Nitro Countertop
- No kegs, tanks or water lines needed — just plug and pour! This is perfect for a fast-paced office with a taste for sweet, foamy brew.
- 100% organic, ready-to-drink nitro cold brew with no effort.
POUR’D by Marco
- One sleek system for cold brew coffee, iced mochas and lattes.
- Space-saving design with under-counter components to keep your break room looking tidy and inviting.
Kegerator Cold Brew System
- Multi-tap kegerator with options for nitro, tea, and kombucha – all the cool stuff in one place.
- Fresh, locally roasted coffee delivered and maintained by BostonbeaN so you never run out.

Why Now Is the Perfect Time to Upgrade Your Office Coffee

Your employees work hard, and they deserve the highest-quality coffee and snack experience you can provide. A cafe-like experience will keep your staff happy by allowing them to skip the crowded, expensive drive-thru in the morning and still stay energized all day. BostonbeaN’s high-quality customer service provides easy, hassle-free setup to get the cold brew flowing quickly.

Get Started with BostonbeaN’s Cold Brew Solutions

Considering taking your break room to the next level by installing a cold brew system? Let BostonbeaN give you and your employees a taste test. With the wide variety of cold brew brands, flavors and service styles, you’re bound to find something that hits the spot. Let BostonbeaN keep you cool and caffeinated throughout the year. Contact us today!

Touchless Coffee Machines: The Future of Hygienic Office Break Rooms

In today’s evolving workplace, ensuring a hygienic and efficient break room is paramount. Touchless coffee machines have emerged as a revolutionary solution, offering numerous benefits that cater to modern office needs.

1. Enhanced Hygiene

Traditional coffee machines often require users to press buttons or interact with shared screens, increasing the risk of germ transmission. Touchless coffee machines eliminate this concern by allowing employees to order and customize their beverages using personal smartphones or voice controls. This approach ensures a safer and more hygienic coffee experience for everyone.

2. Increased Employee Comfort

As employees return to shared spaces, safety remains a top priority. Knowing they can enjoy their favorite coffee without physical contact provides peace of mind, enhancing confidence and comfort in the workplace. This touchless experience reassures employees that their well-being is being considered.

employees enjoying coffee together in the office

3. Seamless Convenience

Touchless operation streamlines the coffee-making process. Employees can select and personalize their drinks through a mobile app or voice commands, allowing them to focus on their tasks without interruptions or delays. This efficiency not only saves time but also enhances overall productivity.

4. Efficient Operations

Modern touchless coffee machines are equipped with smart technology that minimizes the need for manual intervention. They can send notifications for cleaning, refilling or maintenance directly to facility managers, ensuring smooth operation and reduced downtime. This proactive approach helps maintain the machine’s performance and longevity.

5. Sustainability and Reduced Waste

By combining smart technology with touchless features, these machines optimize resource use, such as energy and water, while reducing waste from unused or overproduced drinks. This not only benefits the environment but also aligns with corporate sustainability goals.

6. Modern Appeal

Introducing a touchless coffee machine adds a high-tech, innovative feel to the office, impressing employees, visitors and clients alike. It’s a simple way to showcase your commitment to safety, convenience and cutting-edge technology, reflecting positively on the company’s image.

Touchless Coffee Systems Offered by BostonbeaN Coffee Company

BostonbeaN Coffee Company provides a range of touchless coffee solutions tailored to modern office environments:

TopBrewer Coffee Machine: This machine offers a free app for iOS and Android, allowing users to customize, save and brew their favorite drinks without touching any shared surfaces. It also provides real-time data metrics through the CoffeeCloud management system, ensuring efficient operation.
Emblem Bean-to-Cup: Featuring patented reverse French press technology, it delivers a wide range of beverages, from cappuccinos to regular coffee, with nearly 100 size and strength combinations for a personalized experience.
Nespresso Momento 100: This machine provides four luxurious drink options, as well as hot water, and offers maintenance guidance. Its touchless QR code functionality allows users to brew ristretto, espresso, lungo and americano.
FLAVIA C600: Designed for larger offices, it brews specialty drinks, including lattes and cappuccinos, using fresh milk and the FLAVIA Tap N’ Brew App for a hygienic, touchless experience.
Bevi: Offers touchless app-based dispensing of sparkling or still water with customizable flavor options, including naturally sweetened and unsweetened varieties, providing a refreshing hydration solution.

By integrating these touchless coffee systems, offices can enhance hygiene, boost employee comfort, and demonstrate a commitment to innovation and sustainability.

Looking to add a touchless coffee system to your Boston-area break room? BostonbeaN can help! Contact us today.

Valentine’s Day Coffee Pairings: The Perfect Treats for Every Brew

Few things are as iconic for Valentine’s Day as chocolate, and its deep flavors pair wonderfully with coffee. Consider these undeniable combinations for someone you love — even if that someone is you.

Coffee and Chocolate Pairings

Like wine with a meal, certain types of coffee pair better with certain types of chocolate.

Nut-toned coffee

The unctuous, rich flavors of nut-toned coffee pairs beautifully with milk chocolates as well as fruity or spicy chocolates. Basic brownies, rich milk chocolate truffles or a chocolate cake are a perfect match.

Fruity and floral coffee

Lighter types of coffee are best paired with light or milk chocolate, as the delicate flavor of a lighter roast can be overpowered by darker chocolate varieties.

Earthy or spicy coffee

These types of coffee are best paired with chocolates containing 50-70% cocoa, often with dried fruit like an orange chocolate. These types of coffee have low acidity but a bold mouth feel, which pairs incredibly well with chocolate on the stronger side or with a tart bit of added fruit.

Dark roast coffee

Bold, strong dark roast coffee pairs best with dark chocolate. Chocolate with 70% or higher cocoa is great with French roasts or espresso, which combines the sweetness of the chocolate with the bitter notes in both the candy and the coffee.

Coffee-Forward Valentine’s Desserts

If you’re looking to impress your crush, these pairings of coffee and desserts are sure to delight.

Espresso and chocolate lava cake

A bold, full-body espresso is the perfect complement to cut through the rich, molten-chocolate decadence of a lava cake. The dark, bold tones of espresso help embolden the chocolate flavor and balance out the sweetness of the dessert.

Cappuccino and tiramisu

Both are Italian, both have coffee, and both are the perfect combination of sweet and bitter. Cappuccino with tiramisu is a perfect combination, even when it’s not Valentine’s Day.

Mocha and cheesecake

Cheesecake is a dense, sweet experience, and mocha both cuts the intensity and adds a different type of sweetness. If you’ve never paired these two, you’re in for a serious treat.

Cortadito and chocolate-covered strawberries

If you’ve never had a cortadito, it’s essentially a slightly sweetened Cuban espresso. The slight sweetness of the drink pairs beautifully with romantic, chocolate-dipped strawberries.

Show Your Break Room Some Love

Whether it’s Valentine’s Day or a regular work day, pairing coffee and chocolate is always a great experience. If your office’s coffee situation could use a little love, discover what BostonbeaN has to offer. With a wide variety of coffee flavors, roasts, syrups and treats, get ready to put your staff into the Valentine’s spirit.

How to Choose the Right Coffee Equipment for Your Office Size

For some, the coffee experience reaches the level of art form. Why not indulge your valued employees? Providing the right coffee equipment in the workplace significantly boosts employee satisfaction and productivity. Tailoring your choice to office size and coffee preferences is essential. BostonbeaN offers a range of machines and accessories, so you don’t have to consult a Magic 8 Ball to try to figure out what your employees want!

Assess Your Office Size and Coffee Consumption Needs

Coffee Equipment for Small Offices (1-20 Employees)

Options include compact solutions like Freshcup, LaVazza C300, Keurig, Nespresso Zenius, and Sail Away Countertop Cold Brew. Single-serve Peet’s Coffee Pods provide convenience and variety in blends and flavors, catering to diverse palates. Traditional drip coffee makers also fit small teams.

Coffee Equipment for Medium Offices (21-50 Employees)

Mid-sized offices benefit from versatile machines such as CX Touch, LaVazza C600, Nespresso Momento, or Symbol Bean-to-Cup. Cold Brew Kegerators or multi-option machines add variety.

Coffee Equipment for Large Offices (51+ Employees)

Larger teams require robust options like Virtu Bean-to-Cup, Emblem Bean-to-Cup, Nespresso Momento, or LaVazza Barista. These systems handle high volumes efficiently while offering multiple drink choices.

Consideration for Office Coffee Preferences

Think about what your employees would most enjoy in their break room coffee experience. No matter what you opt for, BostonbeaN has the perfect coffee and tea solutions for your Boston, MA office.

Variety

For teams with diverse tastes, choose machines offering coffee, tea and specialty drink options, like bean-to-cup or pod systems.

Customization

Machines with settings for strength, size and milk options create a personalized experience for lattes, cappuccinos or simply strong black coffee.

Sustainability

Eco-conscious offices can benefit from compostable pods, reusable filters and energy-efficient brewers to minimize their environmental footprint.

Additional Coffee Supplies for Your Office

Quality Coffee Beans

BostonbeaN’s premium beans are freshly roasted, delivering a rich coffee experience in a variety of blends.

Teas and Hot Beverages

Non-coffee drinkers will appreciate a selection of herbal, black and green teas.

Coffee Accessories & Accompaniments

Stock items like cups, stir sticks, fresh dairy and a variety of sweeteners to enhance the breakroom.

Water Filtration

A clean water supply is vital for great coffee. BostonbeaN offers filtration systems to ensure fresh, pure water.

Maintenance and Support

Regular cleaning and maintenance extend machine longevity and ensures optimal performance. No one expects you or your team to maintain all this quality equipment during your busy workday. We’ve got your back. BostonbeaN provides comprehensive support, including servicing and replacement parts, to keep your coffee equipment in excellent condition for years to come.

Choosing the right coffee equipment ensures your office operates efficiently while providing quality beverages. Contact BostonbeaN today for the perfect coffee solution for your office.

Warm Up This Winter: Best Office Drinks to Keep You Cozy

As winter fast approaches, the morning ritual of a warm beverage at work becomes even more beloved. Cold weather invites a variety of drinks beyond the typical cup of coffee, such as hot chocolate or warm cider. Nothing staves off the mid-morning slump like a warm, comforting cup of your favorite drink.

Whether you want to simply expand your break room’s coffee offerings or provide something festive for your employees this holiday season, BostonbeaN Coffee Company has your back.

Heat Things Up With Coffee Drinks

Traditional drip coffee is delicious, easy to make, never goes out of style, and is always appreciated. But during the winter holidays, consider widening the repertoire to include options a bit more festive and indulgent.

Espresso drinks add a significant depth of flavor and body to the traditional morning ritual. Bold Americanos, rich lattes, and decadent cappuccinos with a fluff of foam can turn a cold, tired morning into an unprecedented level of workplace productivity and dedication.

Even though it seems like we just said goodbye to the pumpkin spice season, holiday flavors such as peppermint and chocolate can spice up your office coffee bar as well.

BostonbeaN provides a huge variety of seasonal favorites:

Our Fresh Brew program offers a variety of whole-bean and freshly ground options from local roasters.
Our Nespresso system provides fresh-brewed, single-serve coffee and espresso.
Using biodegradable pods of coffee and tea, the Fresh Cup and the CX Touch brewer systems are easy to use, and we can keep you stocked with your favorite pods all winter long.

Beyond Coffee

As hard as it may be to fathom, some people do not like coffee or cannot have caffeine for one reason or another. It’s important to have your office coffee bar stocked with a variety of beverages and snacks so that nobody in your office feels left out.

If you ask someone to name their favorite non-coffee, warm, holiday drink, chances are good they’ll say hot chocolate. Delicious, fresh, hot chocolate with a variety of toppings like peppermint sticks or marshmallows is one of the truly great indulgences during winter.

Likewise, a hot cup of herbal tea can absolutely perk up one’s spirits with flavors such as peppermint, apple spice and chamomile. BostonbeaN offers a variety of options including tea bags from recognizable brands like Bigelow and Twining’s to silk tea sashays and loose leaf kits.

Transform Your Break Room Into a Cozy, Festive Oasis

By offering a variety of warm beverages, both caffeinated and not, you can ensure that your entire staff finds something to enjoy.
Flavored syrups such as mocha and peppermint, and spices such as nutmeg, cocoa powder and cinnamon are all welcome additions to a warm beverage on a cold New England winter morning.
Festive mugs, seasonally thematic snacks and holiday decorations all help to complete the festive mood of your office break room during the winter.

Bostonbean Coffee Company has all of the brewing mechanisms, drinks, flavorings, spices and snacks that you need to build the perfect winter oasis in your office. From indulgent espresso drinks to cozy teas and delicious hot chocolate, a well-stocked coffee bar does wonders for company morale. Contact us today for a demo.

Global Coffee Traditions: Celebrating the Holidays With a Cup of Joe

Coffee isn’t just a drink; it’s beloved in the United States and the world over. The energizing, bold flavors of a perfectly brewed cup of coffee are a universal enjoyment, especially during the holidays. Below are highlights of just a few holiday coffee traditions around the globe:

Scandinavia

Scandinavians celebrate St. Lucia Day in December, a traditional holiday festival of lights honoring St. Lucia herself. Strong coffee is paired with lussebullar, a delicious sweet saffron bun. St. Lucia Day honors the namesake Saint by selecting a representative in each community from the young women living there. Lights, music, food and dance are all hallmarks of this celebration.

Germany

Similar to Britain’s tea rituals is Germany’s social celebration – kaffee und kuchen, or coffee and cake. Weinachtskaffee is a particular type of coffee known for its notes of almond, cocoa and orange. It is often spiced with holiday flavors like cinnamon and served with traditional cakes.

Mexico

Nochebuena is another name for Christmas Eve in Mexico, and it is observed by gathering with family and friends and enjoying a cafe de olla, a traditional drink of the season flavored with cinnamon, cloves, anise and piloncillo, which is unrefined cane sugar. It is usually served black, but sometimes cream is added. It makes a wonderful night like Christmas Eve truly buena.

Brazil

Brazilians welcome the holiday season with a combination of café com leite – Portuguese for coffee with milk – and rabanadas, a thick-cut fried bread covered in cinnamon and sugar. Café com leite is essentially a latte, and it pairs well with Brazilian holiday treats.

Turkey

Turkish coffee is an unbeatable experience, both strong and subtle at the same time. It is made from 100% pure Arabica beans ground into a fine powder, almost like instant coffee, and prepared in such a way that it has a delicious, airy foam at the top. (It’s less akin to a cappuccino and more like the head of a good nitro cold brew or stout.) During Turkish holidays, it is enjoyed slowly with friends and family and an assortment of Turkish sweet treats.

United States

The holiday season ushers in peppermint mochas, praline lattes, and still a whisper of pumpkin spice here and there. In the last decade, eggnog has made a surprise cultural resurgence, and is being offered both by itself and as a flavoring in various beverages in stores across the country.

Coffee and the holidays are inseparable

Coffee is a wonderful beverage to enjoy with friends and family while exchanging stories, laughter and delicious holiday treats. Whether it’s part of a festival like in the Scandinavia, enjoyed on a specific night like in Mexico, or simply paired with sweets like in Turkey or Brazil, coffee is integral to holiday celebrations.

Experience Global Traditions in Your Break Room With BostonbeaN

Let BostonbeaN satisfy your cravings and bring the perfect coffee and tea solutions to your Boston office. With our varieties of coffee preparation equipment, multitude of flavors, roasts and add-ins, you can find the right coffee experience for everyone. Contact BostonbeaN Coffee Company to bring holiday coffee favorites to your workplace.

How Nitro CounterTop Systems Are Revolutionizing Coffee in the Workplace

Coffee is essential in offices across the country, not only for productive mornings but for busting past that mid-afternoon slump. Sometimes, though, you don’t want a hot cup of coffee, and iced coffee still doesn’t cut it. The answer: Cold-brewed coffee.

Cold brew, and specifically nitro cold brew, offers an invigorating, smooth and rich coffee experience unlike anything you’ve ever tasted. And you can have this incredible nitro cold brew experience right in your office break room.

Our Nitro CounterTop system offers the finest cold brew in Boston, that you and your employees can draft from at your convenience. And once it’s empty, a replacement is only a phone call or email away.

Let’s take a look at how you can transform your break room into a state-of-the-art coffee paradise with a nitro cold brew countertop system.

The Evolution of Cold Brew Coffee and Nitro Cold Brew

Even though you might associate cold brew with modern coffee trends, it actually has historical roots that go back hundreds of years. As early as the 1600s, the people of Japan used cold, clear river water to soak their tea leaves and brew them slowly over time.

After the Dutch arrived in Japan and coffee gained popularity, the Japanese use their cold brew method on coffee beans as well. Methods like cold brewing allowed for coffee concentrates to be sent to the frontline soldiers across many war zones in Europe for easy mixture with water for varying potency.

Throughout the 1900s, cold brew coffee would pop up across the world in various incarnations and be taken to new locations and given a new twist. Finally, from the late 1990s through today, Seattle-based coffee companies of various ilks began experimenting with cold-brewing coffee both as a concentrate and as a drink in and of itself. Adding nitro pressure dispensing mechanisms adds a creamy texture to cold brew, elevating it to new heights and increasing its beloved nature throughout the country.

Cold brew doesn’t just taste different from hot-brewed coffee, it is chemically different, boasting a smoother taste, less acidity and a higher caffeine content.

The Nitro CounterTop System

Our CounterTop system is unlike any coffee experience you have ever had, closer to a draft beer keg than a traditional coffee maker. We infuse our coffee with nitrogen, creating a creamy texture and enhancing the complexity of the coffee itself, creating an entirely different flavor profile. The result is a unique, fun, delicious and energizing coffee experience that your employees will absolutely love.

Benefits for the Workplace

Every workplace can benefit from coffee in the break room, but how many can boast that they have a state-of-the-art nitro cold brew installation? There are no heavy kegs, no messy water line hookups, and no hassle. The only thing you need is a standard electrical hookup to utilize our nitro cold brew system.

We deliver our CounterTop fridge and fresh boxes of our range of delicious cold brews, and all you have to do is clip and twist the nozzle onto the spigot of the box. Once it’s plugged in, you simply pull the handle and fill your glass with cold, creamy, delicious cold-brewed BostonbeaN coffee.

The sleek, black refrigeration unit fits easily in any break room, and it looks great while dispensing the best cold brew you’ve ever had. We offer multiple flavors and a wide variety of customization options to make your cold brewer experience uniquely your own.

Contact BostonbeaN today for a demonstration of the Nitro CounterTop system, and you’ll find your employees lining up bright and early to get a first taste of this delicious cold brew.

The Rise of Plant-Based Milk in Coffee: What Your Office Should Know

Plant-based milks have become increasingly popular in the last 20 years. From the silky smooth flavor of soy milk to the recent craze surrounding oat milk, plant-based milk alternatives are gaining significant ground on their dairy-based competitors.

Consumer preference for plant-based milk is based on a variety of factors including taste, lactose intolerance, health and the increasing popularity of vegan and vegetarian lifestyles.

Because of this, many offices are opting to offer a variety of non-dairy, plant-based alternatives for their coffee-loving employees. If you haven’t yet updated your work coffee bar, perhaps it’s time you look at the milk alternatives that plants provide.

Popular Plant-Based Milks and Their Benefits

For a long time, the only option for plant-based milk was soy milk, and it’s still extremely popular. It has a smooth consistency reminiscent of cream and a pretty delicious flavor, but it no longer stands alone. Almond, oat and coconut milk are just a few standouts in a field of plant-based powerhouses, fueling morning caffeine routines across the world.

Soy Milk

Soy milk is derived from soybeans and has a higher protein concentration than other types of plant-based milk. It’s a great choice for most people, but some people don’t like the taste or have a soy aversion, so it’s worth asking your employees before you stock the break room with gallons of the stuff.

Almond Milk

Almond milk tends to have the fewest calories and the most neutral flavor of many plant-based milks. It is, of course, a concern for those who may have nut allergies, so again, check with your workers.

Oat Milk

Oat milk is one of the most popular, on-trend plant-based milks available. It has a neutral flavor and oats are very easily digested, usually without the potential for significant allergic interactions that you might find with soy or nut milk.

Coconut Milk

Coconut milk is perfect for people who love the taste of coconut. It also tends to be lower in calories than some of the other alternatives, and it provides a smidge of healthy fats in the form of medium chain triglycerides.

Another bonus: Plant-based milk production typically has less of an environmental impact than dairy milk production.

Integrating Plant-Based Milks Into Your Office

As we stated above, getting an indication of your office’s preferences and, most importantly, their potential allergic concerns, should be your first step.

You can integrate plant-based milks to promote inclusivity among employees who avoid dairy or animal-based products. Additionally, if your office does any kind of healthy living initiative, plant-based milks tend to have fewer calories and less fat, making them a great addition that fits these initiatives thematically.

BostonbeaN Coffee Company: Supporting Your Plant-Based Milk Needs

BostonbeaN takes the rich, Boston tradition of a morning cup of coffee very seriously. We source only the finest ingredients and products, and we are dedicated to helping you create the perfect morning experience for your employees.

We not only offer a huge variety of delicious coffees and the means to brew them, we also offer a wide range of coffee accompaniments including delicious plant-based milk alternatives.

BostonbeaN is dedicated to supporting workplaces throughout Boston and the surrounding areas by providing high-quality coffee services that energize and motivate employees. Check us out today and see what a difference BostonbeaN can make in your office coffee routine.

Nitro Cold Brew Is All the Rage — Here’s Why We Think You’ll Love it!

You might think everything that could possibly be done to enhance the flavor and texture of coffee has already been done, but you’d be wrong. There’s a new trend in coffee enjoyment that’s taking the nation by storm, and its name is Nitro Cold Brew.

Using a process cooked up by culinary alchemists in Portland, Oregon, and Austin, Texas, a few years ago, this unique coffee experience is sweeping through coffee shops, cafes and offices across the country, gaining converts and becoming a favorite among coffee enthusiasts everywhere. So what is Nitro Cold Brew and what makes it so special? Read on to find out.

What Is Nitro Cold Brew?

As the name implies, this coffee is made with a cold brewing process that involves steeping the grounds in cold water for up to 24 hours, then infusing the coffee with nitrogen gas. This removes the flavor-compound-destroying oxygen from the coffee, preserving the full flavor of the beans, while giving the brew a creamy, velvety texture with a full head of foam, much like a dark stout beer. It also tends to pack a stronger caffeine punch because the lengthy steeping of the grounds produces a more concentrated product.

A Distinct Flavor & Texture

The flavor profile of Nitro Cold Brew is enhanced by all the compounds that are lost in the traditional brewing process, producing a coffee that is slightly sweeter and less acidic, with hints of chocolate and vanilla, and a rich thick, creamy mouthfeel that some people describe as something like a milkshake. Kind of like a dark draft craft beer. Since it’s a cold beverage, Nitro Cold Brew is appealing as a refreshing, summer-friendly coffee option.

Serving & Presentation

Nitro Cold Brew is usually prepared and then stored in a keg that has been pressurized with nitrogen gas and fitted with a tap, again much like a draft dark beer. That’s why, to get the full effect and enjoyment out of the experience, it should be served in a glass to showcase the cascading appearance and full, foamy head.

Skyrocketing Popularity

Nitro Cold Brew is fast becoming a standard menu item, with major coffee chains like Starbucks, Dunkin’ Donuts, and Tim Hortons already jumping on the bandwagon. It is also becoming a favorite perk for employees, with offices everywhere adding kegerators and regular keg deliveries to their workplaces. Many varieties are now available, including nitro-infused lattes, cappuccinos, teas and flavored coffees.

Now that you’ve learned about Nitro Cold Brew, why not give it a try? BostonbeaN provides a variety of cold brews and teas. Pair them with our Kegerator and our Sail Away Nitro Cold Brew CounterTap to treat your employees to delicious Nitro Cold Brews.

Simply contact BostonbeaN today to get Nitro Cold Brew in your workplace.

The Role of Coffee in Different Cultures Around the World

If there’s one thing that can truly be called a global commodity, it’s coffee. From its humble beginnings in Ethiopia over a millennium ago, coffee followed the trade routes around the world. Each culture it was introduced to along the way created its own unique traditions, customs and rituals around the preparation and consumption of coffee.

Let’s take a look at how people around the world enjoy their coffee, showcasing how it’s more than just a drink—it’s a symbol of hospitality, conversation and community.

Coffee Lore From Around the World

Ethiopia: The Birthplace of Coffee

A centuries-old Ethiopian legend tells of a goat herder named Kaldi who, around 850 AD, noticed his goats became especially frisky after eating berries from a certain tree. He tried some for himself, eventually roasting and brewing them, and coffee was invented. Coffee is the nation’s largest export, and Ethiopians enjoy it socially with a ceremony involving a special pot called a jebena.

Italy: Espresso and Café Culture

Espresso is the coffee of choice in Italy, introduced to the country and the world in the 19th century by the invention of the espresso machine by Italian Angelo Moriondo. Citizens gather socially in the numerous coffee bars, or cafes, for conversation and entertainment, and espresso is an integral part of their everyday lives.

Turkey: The Art of Turkish Coffee

World-famous Turkish coffee is a strong brew created with an intricate brewing process using a special wide-bottomed pot, usually made of copper, called a cezve. The centuries-old practice of fortune-telling with coffee grounds, called tasseography, is a widely popular tradition.

Scandinavia: Nordic Coffee Trends

Scandinavians are among the biggest consumers of coffee in the world, and they take their coffee breaks seriously. Called fika, pauses in the day to socialize and relax over coffee and pastries are mandatory in many Swedish workplaces.

United States: Coffeehouses and the Third Wave Movement

The popularity of coffee in the U.S. followed three distinct waves, beginning in the early 20th century, when coffee became widely available in homes, restaurants and diners. The so-called Third Wave of coffee, starting in the 2000s and continuing today, saw an emphasis on the artisanal and ethical aspects of coffee production and a deeper appreciation of the nuances of coffee flavors and origins.

BostonbeaN celebrates the global role of coffee by offering our clients a wide array of light, medium and dark roast options sourced from beans from all over the world, with many blends roasted right here in New England.

Contact BostonbeaN today to learn more and to schedule a coffee machine demo for your office.