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Foundations, brewing, and thoughtful writing on coffee, from origin to extraction.

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The Foundations of Coffee

Every cup of coffee begins in the same place: a narrow band circling the earth between the tropics, where temperature, rainfall, and altitude converge to make coffee possible. Before the...

Posted on Mar 08, 2026 By Rohan Byfield

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Journal » tasting-notes

Long-form thoughts on coffee, routine, and the quiet discipline of showing up.

Steaming matte mug on a rustic wooden table with coffee beans, a cupping spoon, and subtle tasting-note props in soft focus.

Coffee Tasting Notes Explained: What “Chocolate”, “Caramel”, and “Nutty” Actually Means

Tasting notes aren’t flavourings. Here’s what coffee notes like chocolate, caramel, nutty, and fruit actually mean, and how to use them to buy better coffee.

Posted on Feb 03, 2026 By Rohan Byfield