Coffee Month

I am often asked which company is offering a free coffee maker with their coffee club subscription. That company is Gevalia and their offer is located here.

A little known fact is: Gevalia is a wholly owned subsidiary of Kraft Foods and is the largest coffee roastery in Scandinavia. They are a very reputable company!

To be honest with you, most people just sign up then cancel so they can keep the free coffee maker. I, on the other hand, have kept my subscription and just gave the coffee make away as a gift because I have my Keurigs.

Enjoy!

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What I am drinking now: Gevalia’s Kenya

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There have been numerous discussions about coffee’s benefits to our health. If you are you still unsure of the benefits of coffee, just simply keep reading. Most medical professionals believe that drinking an adequate amount of coffee is good for your health. This adequate amount consists of four to five cups per day. Individual body sizes also play a vital role in determining the quantity of coffee you drink. Generally, if you are heavier you can consume a bit more. When drinking coffee you should stick to moderate quantities. Moderation is the key to living a healthier, well balanced life.

When drinking coffee the first thing that comes to our mind is its quality. People are aware of healthy and non healthy diets these days. They know what is going to make them feel good. Therefore, a large proportion of people simply choose to take a diet that is free of pesticide remains, preservatives, synthetic additives and hormones. Every one is adopting a healthier life style, one that is good to our bodies. The same applies to your coffee.

On of the most popular additives in coffee is trimethylxanthine. However, coffee also includes other associated stimulants like theobromine and theophylline. Theobromine is found in chocolate and theophylline is contained in tea. Coffee is rich in caffeine. Other sources of caffeine include cola nut, South American teas mate and guarana. Being an anti-fungal agent, caffeine protects plants from disease.

Studies suggest that ninety percent of caffeine in powdered coffee is dissolved in hot water within sixty seconds of contact. Caffeine is also vaporized into the air while roasting coffee beans. Therefore, as a safety measure smoke is ventilated out of roasters with the help of chimneys. This smoke can easily cause over administration of caffeine to workers in plants. Another study conducted in 1977 showed that there were considerable amounts of caffeine emitted from coffee-roasting factories in New York City.

However there is decaffeinated coffee available for those of us who feel uncomfortable with high caffeine levels in coffee. The novel concept of separating caffeine from coffee beans was introduced by Europe. However this idea gained popularity in the rest of the world. According to one source, approximately one cup out of every four cups of coffee is decaffeinated. It is likely that sixty percent of all decaffeinated coffee is drunk by Americans. As science continues to investigate this wonderful beverage, it may offer numerous undiscovered health benefits. However, it still offers lot of rewards if taken in moderation.

What I am drinking now: Boca Java’s Hawaiian Kona Extra Fancy

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Choosing the right kind of coffee can be an intimidating task, especially when your Gevalia or Boca Java subscription offers numerous varieties. Making simple choices can be difficult. For instance you might want to know which one is better, a latte or an Au lait. What is the big difference between cappuccino and Americano? Well, Americano consists of a shot of espresso with almost seven ounces of hot water added to the concoction. Here are some other types of coffee that you may want to try.

A popular type of coffee is flavored coffee. It is mixed with syrups, flavorings and spices to give it that extra punch. Chocolate is an important ingredient in flavored coffee. It can be added to your coffee in two ways. Chocolate chips can be either sprinkled over top or syrup is mixed in your coffee. Other additives include cinnamon, Italian syrups and nutmeg.

Café au Lait is similar to Caffe Latte. The difference lies in the fact that au lait is prepared from brewed coffee as an alternative to espresso. Moreover it is made up of one part milk and one part coffee. This provides a bit mild flavor.

Café Macchiato is prepared by mixing a shot of espresso with steamed milk. It consists of four parts coffee and one part milk.

Another famous type of coffee Caffe Latte is a blend of a shot of espresso and steamed, non frothed milk. There should be three portions of milk for every one portion of coffee. However latte stands for milk in Italian. Therefore you can expect a lot of milk in your latte if you order it in Rome.

Double shot is a term that you will often hear amongst coffee drinkers. As its name suggests it consists of two shots of espresso mixed with usual amount of other ingredients. For instance, if you want to order double hammerhead, then it will contain two shots of espresso with the drip blend.

Frappe is a very popular coffee in Latin America and Europe. It is in demand during the summer season. It is also known as cold espresso. However, these days it is made by blending one or two teaspoons of instant coffee with water, sugar and ice. This concoction is filled in big glass with some extra ice and milk that is optional. You can treat your friends with this coffee milkshake.

There are so many varieties of coffees available that you can have a new cup every time you go out. You can have delightful experiences with coffee. Enjoy yourself by discovering new flavors. Simply try one new flavor right now!

What I am drinking now: Green Mountain Coffee Mocha Nut Fudge K-Cup

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