Written by Mary Sheely, Communications Director at the Northwest Center Seattle, WA – November 1, 2021 – The Governor’s Committee on Disability Issues and Employment (GCDE) has announced Bean Box as the 2021 recipient of the Governor’s Award for Small Private Employer. The annual awards ceremony recognizes employers for exemplary work recruiting, hiring, retaining, and … Read more
If you like a strong-tasting, full-bodied cup of coffee in the morning, we recommend trying a French press. It’s less time consuming and tedious than you might think, and you certainly don’t have to be French to use one. Learn how to use a French press coffee maker with our step-by-step directions, along with other … Read more
Want to learn how to make an Americano at home? Read on to discover what an Americano coffee is, and how you can easily make it in your own kitchen. What Is an Americano Coffee? An Americano, simply put, is espresso poured over hot water (or hot water poured over espresso if you prefer). Also … Read more
The Cup of Excellence’s mission is to continuously expand the discovery and recognition of exemplary coffees and high-quality farmers. The non-profit organization does this through the Cup of Excellence® competition, sensory education training, testing, research projects and other activities designed to level up the appreciation of world-class coffees. The Cup of Excellence Competition Let’s … Read more
While green (unroasted) beans can last for months, the clock starts ticking the minute the roaster finishes its work. Learn how to buy fresh coffee beans, how long coffee beans last and more. How to Buy Fresh Coffee Beans Here’s how to ensure you’re buying truly fresh coffee beans: Buy Coffee from Bean Box: Enough … Read more
Wondering why your coffee tastes bitter? You might be surprised by the possible causes, which could actually include the type of coffee cup you’re using! Use this checklist to kick the bad flavors and enjoy your coffee the way it should be! 5 Reasons Your Coffee Tastes Bitter 1. The Coffee Is Too Finely Ground … Read more
The AeroPress was invented by Alan Adler, an engineer who was frustrated with the amount of time it took to make a good cup of coffee in a standard drip coffee machine. If you’re like Adler and looking for a quick and easy way to make a great cup of coffee—especially on the go—the AeroPress … Read more
Did you know caffeine is a natural means of pest control for coffee plants? It’s also been found to increase the efficacy of pollinators—honeybees! Coffee plants are self-pollinating, but bees are drawn to their fragrant white flowers. And just like us, bees receive a small “buzz” of caffeine through the pollen, exhibiting better memory and … Read more
Fun Fact: The London Fog was not invented in London! Instead, it was invented in Vancouver, Canada, by a pregnant woman named Mary Loria. Because she was pregnant and abstaining from coffee, she requested an alternative at her neighborhood coffee shop, the Buckwheat Cafe. There, the baristas concocted a tea-based drink, coining it the London … Read more
Coffee is Big Business, and so our best advice to folks who want to participate in making coffee a more sustainable industry is simple: think Small, think Specific, and think Local. Here are ways we can all pitch in, without having to sacrifice better mornings. Economic Sustainability Choose local coffee roasters, to bolster local economies … Read more