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Coffee Connoisseur — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 08:30:37 +0000

Buying coffee, tea and related accessories online at Boca Java is better with coupon codes. There may be other kinds of deals out there, but none are as good as the ones that you will most likely get out from Boca Java.

Most of the time when you sign up on their website as a member, some other coupon codes and discounts for Boca Java will be exclusively for you. Other people can get coupon codes on the site itself, but if you go on their email list, you will then being to receive another range of more exclusive and additional coupon codes which other customers are not privy to at all.

And sometimes, the discounts are much bigger too. Not only do you receive additional coupon codes for Boca Java products, but you can also get the ‘heads up’ about promotional items as part of the newsletter that comes with being on their mailing list. With Boca Java coffee being a hot commodity among a lot of coffee drinkers, these promotions will most definitely tickle your fancy. Sometimes you can even get additional premium items such as French coffee presses and espresso cups when you take advantage of the promotions. Just imagine yourself purchasing a bag of coffee and a free mug.

Coupon codes and members-only promotions not only bring discounts with them but a whole host of free stuff as well. As a form of promotional items, Boca Java can and will send you some free coffee samples every time you instruct a delivery or sign up for the ‘Coffee Club’ found on their site. You can easily sample the latest beans they have on sale thanks to these freebie samplers, or you can relive the old flavors that you have liked but were not able to fully sample in the past. Simply put, freebies are available to you if only you know how to get them.

And of course, you can also become one of their salespeople and earn extra income while loving your coffee and promoting it. You can join the Affiliate Program at the Boca Java website and earn around fifteen percent commission each time you recommend their products and make a sale. How many friends do you have on your email contact list who drink coffee? It is also quite easy to receive payment for this through a wide variety of payment methods such as Mastercard, Visa, American Express, the Discover Card and Paypal. With all these great things, you can have lots of fun. Pretty soon, you will realize why it really does count to have taken the time out to become a member at all.

The Best Way to Store Coffee Beans

Coffee Connoisseur — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 07:11:00 +0000

One of the most common questions asked about keeping our coffee beans fresh, is what is the best way to keep them stored? Most people “get it” when it comes to keeping them in an airtight container, but should we put them in the refrigerator? Will that make them stay fresh for longer? Is light a problem?

The following article should provide some answers:

Coffee bean’s two greatest enemies are air and moisture. Ideally, coffee should be ground, brewed, and consumed quickly to obtain the best flavor.

Coffee beans are at their peak within 24 to 72 hours after roasting and begin to quickly stale after that (within a week, most of the original flavor will have deteriorated). It is best to buy fresh-roasted coffee in quantities that you will use within 7 to 10 days. I, personally recommend grinding your beans as you need them and storing the whole beans in an airtight container. With that said, following are some guidelines for storing coffee beans:

Store your coffee in the bags it came in if they are heat sealed film or foil. Once these bags have been opened, you can either transfer the coffee to a clean, dry, air-tight container, or simply roll the top of the bag closed, forcing out as much air as possible, and seal the bag with a piece of tape or a rubber band.

Whole Coffee Beans – Should be stored in an airtight container in a dry dark, place at room temperature. they will be at their best for about a month after they are roasted (most fine coffees are roasted just before they are sold).

Ground Beans – Ground beans don’s stay fresh as long as whole beans because more surface area is exposed. Keep ground beans in an airtight container in a a dry dark, place at room temperature for approximately two weeks.

Vacuum-Pack Coffee – Coffee that is sold in vacuum-packed tins has had oxygen and carbon dioxide removed, a process that keep the coffee fresh. Once the can is opened, the coffee will be in its prime for 7 to 10 days.

Freezing or Refrigerating Coffee Beans – It is generally not recommended to store coffee beans in the freezer or refrigerator. The enemies of coffee are extreme temperatures (hot or cold), air, light, moisture, and strong odors. The freezer is acceptable only for a one-time shot. What this means, is that once you take it out of the freezer, it should never go back in. Condensation can form and adversely affect taste, as the frozen moisture on your coffee will melt and be absorbed into the bean, which deplete the flavorful oils.

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How Many Cups of Coffee a Day is Good For You?

PeteLikesIt — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 00:46:37 +0000

How’s this for a study…? After analysing 126,000 people for up to 18 years, researchers at Harvard concluded that having 6 cups of coffee a day cut the risk of diabetes by 54% in men and 30% in women.

And that’s not all…

Several studies have suggested that people who drink coffee on a regular basis are up to 80% less likely to develop Parkinson’s disease than those who avoid coffee…

A two cup a day habit can cut the risk of colon cancer by 25% and liver cirrhosis by 80%…

And regular coffee drinkers can enjoy less tooth decay, fight asthma, and less chance of gallstones. It’s also a great laxative first thing in the morning

The Best Kind of Coffee

Cutting to the chase, there are basically two kinds of coffee – instant (from a jar) and brewing your coffee from roasted and ground coffee beans. The difference in the two lies in the type of bean used. Instant coffee (the stuff that comes in granulated form in jars from your supermarket) is from the robusta bean, whereas your typical ground coffee beans that go into your espresso machines, drip filter or percolator pots, are from the arabica bean. The robusta has less nutritional value and a higher caffeine content, than the arabica coffee bean. Coffee brewed from the arabica bean is also richer in anti-oxidants and doesn’t contains some (cancer causing) carcinogens that “instant” coffee allegedly does.

So all in all, it seems like the smell of fresh coffee beans should become a permanent feature in anyone’s home.

Decaffeinated Coffee Health Risk

PeteLikesIt — Sun, 02 Aug 2009 15:46:15 +0000

The US National Institutes of Health has found that drinking decaffeinated coffee could increase the risk of heart disease.

Yep – increase, not decrease.

Those in the survey who drank decaffeinated coffee experienced an 18% rise in the fatty acids, which encourages the production of bad ‘LDL’ cholesterol. They also discovered that their levels of apolipoprotein B (a bad cholesterol) shot up by 8%.

The group drinking regular coffee was not affected.

The survey was led by Dr Robert Superko of the ‘Fuqua Heart Centre’ in Georgia. He said: “Contrary to what people have thought for many years, I believe it’s not caffeinated but decaffeinated coffee that might promote heart disease risk factors.”

So there you go… another ‘healthy’ alternative, like margarine and artificial sweeteners, has turned out to be the devil in disguise.

Haven’t we learned any lessons, yet? When will scientists realise that making chemically altered versions of perfectly decent foodstuffs only INCREASES the risk of a health disaster?

Why decaf is unhealthier

One reason for the results of the survey on coffee appears to be that caffeinated and decaffeinated coffees are made from different species of beans. Most caffeinated coffee comes from a bean species called ‘Arabica’… while many decaffeinated coffees are made from ‘Robusta’, which is much, much stronger. This is because decaffeination takes out those flavanoids that give coffee its flavour.

The problem with that is these flavanoids act like powerful anti-oxidants, which can help protect the heart and fight cancer.

So decaffeinated brands are not only lower in flavanoids, but use a much stronger bean to match the flavour of the regular stuff. The result is that decaf gives your bad cholesterol a most unwelcome boost.

Most experts believe that you shouldn’t worry if you’re one of those who enjoy only one or two cups of coffee a day… but I think you should be aware of this study.

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The Latest Research on Coffee

PeteLikesIt — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 20:41:06 +0000

In the old days, a simple cup of coffee could inspire a clash of emotions. This stuff was so tasty… so energising… But so addictive, too! An evil drug! A mind-rotting scourge… like crack cocaine or daytime TV.

The media told me all this. And therefore it was TRUE. Oh the guilt! The GUILT!

And so I mentally lashed myself every time I reached for the second pot to keep me going at work.

It’s all changed now, though.

Just look what they’re saying about coffee this month…

A new hope in the fight against Alzheimer’s

Emblazoned on the BBC News website on the 5th of July: “Drinking five cups of coffee a day could reverse memory problems seen in Alzheimer’s disease, US scientists say.” Apparently, in the labs, mice were given largish amounts of caffeine. Not in big steaming mugs from Costa, I might add, but in 500 milligram doses. These mice showed a 50% reduction in their levels of ‘beta amyloid protein”. No I didn’t immediately know what this was. But apparently this stuff can form damaging clumps in the brains of patients with dementia. Of course, this kind of study is on our rodent friends, and not on people yet.

But this is yet another significant chapter in the story of coffee. Far from being a demonic substance, more and more research suggests that a moderate dose of caffeine van have positive effects.

Why the coffee-hating ‘do gooders’ got it wrong

It’s time we took a more sensible approach to coffee. I think a lot of damage has been done by the food scares and fads of the 70s and 80s. Back then we were pushed into low fat diets and sugar-free foods. These have subsequently been found to be either pointless, or even dangerous. Butter was replaced by margarines. This synthetic food is now accused of being high in trans fatty acids – a substance that many critics claim that can triple your risk of coronary heart disease.(Marvellous! Let’s thank the health food Mafia for that!)

Sugar was replaced by sweeteners like aspartame. Today, this substance stands accused of being linked to 92 health problems including abdominal pain, arthritis, asthma, chronic coughs, chronic fatigue, depression, headaches, heart palpitations, hypertension, impotency, insomnia, irritability, memory loss, muscle spasms, nausea, rashes, tinnitus and blurred vision. (So that went well, then).

At the same time as these poisons were recommended as the ‘healthy alternative’, good old fashioned staples like coffee replaced by horrible decaffeinated versions.

But since the ’90s, the tables have turned.

Could coffee even protect your eyesight?

The caffeine in coffee is said to lower your risk of diabetes, Parkinson’s disease, headaches and even cavities. Studies have shown that caffeine can improve your attention span and boost brainpower. A 2007 study, reported in the Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery and Psychiatry, suggests that drinking coffee can even protect your eyesight. Italian researchers looked at the coffee drinking and smoking habits of 166 people with a condition called ‘blepharospasm’. This is where you get an uncontrollable spasm in your eyelid. It’s not just annoying… it can lead to blindness. Now it’s claimed that one or two cups of coffee a day can reduce the risk of this condition.

In January 2007, something called the Journal of Pain (nice name!) suggested that drinking coffee could help reduce the pain you get after exercise. The study found that two cups of coffee can cut muscle pain by up to 48%.

Why caution’s needed

Now I’m not suggesting for a minute that coffee is a new health drink, to be guzzled wantonly throughout the day. Experts say that 200 milligrams (two cups of coffee) is the optimal dose. Yes, the recent dementia study suggests five cups, but remember this is an early experiment. Rebecca Wood, chief executive of the Alzheimer’s Research Trust, told the BBC:

“In this study on mice with symptoms of Alzheimer’s, researchers found that caffeine boosted their memory. We need to do more research to find out whether this effect will be seen in people.”

As always, I’ll keep tracking the fascinating story of coffee.

What Is Gourmet Coffee?

PeteLikesIt — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 21:35:35 +0000

So How Do We Define Gourmet Coffee?

The Word “gourmet” basically means fine food or drink. To qualify as “gourmet” usually means it has been judged by experts in the field, and have been found to be exceptional compared to most. Gourmet coffee, in particular, is coffee with a unique flavor. The coffee beans used to create it typically come from selected places in the world. These places typically have the best elevation and climates for growing coffee, and have rich soil and special cultivation practices, allowing the production of coffee beans with distinct flavor. Various flavors, such as mint or vanilla, are then added to further enrich the taste and the aroma of the blend and also enhance its uniqueness.

Coffee beans are the seeds from the fruit on coffee plants and not actually a bean. There are a few ways to extract the beans. Whether using the wet or dry process of extracting seeds, the result is, the seed removed from the fruit.

The gourmet coffee bean is actually the seed of the coffee tree. Typically, one gourmet coffee bean “cherry” contains two gourmet coffee beans, each hemispherical in size and slightly oblong in shape. There is a long crease on the flat side of each bean that is created as the seed grows and wraps around on itself while inside the fruit. The gourmet coffee beans are green in color after harvesting and removal from the fruit, hence they are called “green coffee”. The green coffee is roasted to develop its flavor and aroma.

Gourmet coffees typically come from the arabica coffee bean, whereas your supermarket “instant” coffee is derived from the robusta coffee bean.

Gourmet coffee can also be referred to as premium or specialty coffee. What separates it from supermarket brands are the gourmet coffee beans. These beans get their unique flavor from the place in which they are grown. Most coffee experts agree that the best beans grow in the rich soil on the slopes of volcanic mountains. A high altitude and moist climate are also factors in producing the best gourmet coffee beans. These beans actually get their distinctive taste and aroma from these special growing conditions, drawing out the best of the soil and environment in which they are planted. What that means to you is a superior taste.

Fresh Gourmet Coffee – Flavour You Can Count On

PeteLikesIt — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 03:25:56 +0000

There is something special about coffee. Is it that unique flavour and aroma, or the little kick it gives you, or perhaps just the social atmosphere in which you drink it, that makes fresh coffee one of the most popular beverages in the world?

Coffee has become such an important commodity that it even has its own futures market among the ‘soft commodities’. You can buy and sell coffee contracts and your results will be according to the daily coffee price movements. So there must be a lot of coffee out there.

Coffee is easy to buys these days. You see get it from coffee shops and supermarkets everywhere. But the key to good gourmet coffee is “freshness”. Coffee is not like wine – it does not improve with age. So the sooner you use the coffee beans after they have been roasted, the better quality coffee you’ll be drinking.

Like anything in life, you get what you pay for. Fresh gourmet coffee costs a little more than the price you’ll pay at the supermarket, but the difference in quality is noticeable. Moreover, the better gourmet coffee is made from high quality Arabica beans that have been hand-picked. Commercial grade coffee, on the other hand, comes from the cheaper Robusta coffee bean, which has an inferior taste and texture.

The other downside of commercial grade robusta coffee, is that you sometimes get foreign substances such as twigs and leaves that end up in the finished product. This of course, distorts the flavour.

Gourmet coffee distinguishes itself from regular coffee because of the added flavour hints it contains. With your coffee experience you may also choose a hint of mint, bacon, caramel or many other interesting flavours, which give gourmet coffee its uniqueness.

In addition, arabica beans are sourced from various parts of the world and the climate and altitude of each coffee growing region produces its own uniquely flavoured coffee bean. This gives the consumer more choices.

The final element in fresh gourmet coffee production is the roasting process. The duration of the roasting process makes all the difference. Boca Java gourmet coffee is freshly roasted just before shipping. This gives it an edge in flavour and texture.

The best cup of gourmet coffee is from freshly ground beans. If you get a coffee grinder and a good quality coffee maker, then select the gourmet coffee that you like most, get freshly roasted coffee beans and go to work, you’ll have yourself a fresh gourmet coffee that will make you sigh.

Could Coffee be an Answer to Your Bad Mood?

PeteLikesIt — Sun, 21 Dec 2008 20:38:32 +0000

I’m a fan of coffee, and dislike the general bad press it gets.

Years ago it was an evil as bad as nicotine, causing headaches, mood swings, bad breath, heart palpitations and stress.

Yet there’s mounting evidence in support of our old friend.

The caffeine in coffee is said to lower your risk of diabetes, Parkinson’s disease, headaches and even cavities.

It stimulates your brain and – yes – can RELIEVE mood problems. Studies have shown that caffeine can improve your attention span and boost brainpower.

So your morning cup of coffee not only helps wake you up, and tastes bloomin’ marvellous, but it has health benefits too.

I’m not suggesting for a minute that it’s a new health drink, to be guzzled wantonly throughout the day. I’m merely saying that a little bit of what you fancy can be good for you.

Boca Java Coffee – Coffee and Cancer

PeteLikesIt — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 00:53:22 +0000

I found the following article recently, which I thought might be of interest to my readers. Coffee receives most publicity in relation to health matters, due to its caffeine content. But coffee also contains anti-oxidants which may be beneficial for cancer treatments.

Here’s the article:

Most antioxidants are derived from plants, coffee being one of them. Research done has shown that there are many antioxidant benefits of coffee. In these research studies conducted by various universities, however, there was no apparent relation found between the consumption of coffee and cancer development in a person; many believe that the amount of coffee that would need to be consumed in order to reap the anti-cancer benefits of the antioxidants found in coffee is just too high.

It has been shown; however, that drinking coffee in moderation can decrease risk of cancer development for coffee drinkers as compared to non-coffee drinkers. Here are some of the cancers that have a decreased risk for coffee drinkers.

Breast Cancer: Research from Malamo University in Sweden and The Harvard School of Public Health in Boston have shown that women who drank two or more cups of coffee a day were at A lesser risk of cancer as compared to women who drank no coffee at all. The cancer preventing properties of coffee have been attributed to caffeine present in the coffee that modifies the carcinogenic components of female sex hormone Estrogen.
Skin Cancer: A cup of coffee after a walk in the sun can help reduce the risk of skin cancer. According to a study published in the European Journal of Cancer Prevention, coffee consumption can cut the risk of non-melanoma skin cancer by 35%. The antioxidants present in coffee have a protective effect on the DNA synthesis, and this can help decrease the cell division of the cells.
Liver Cancer: Coffee drinking has been shown to have a preventive effect on cirrhosis which is the starting stage for liver cancer compared to non-coffee drinkers, those who drank up to 1-2 cups of coffee daily had a 50% less risk of first stage liver cancer. Caffeine present in coffee is found to be the main reason for coffee’s effect on liver cancer.
COLON Cancer: Drinking more than five cups of coffee a day can lower the risk of colorectal cancer. Along with increasing the movement of food in the bowels, coffee is believed to help reduce the production of bile acids that are known to increase the threat of bowel cancer. Antioxidants present in coffee also play a significant role in preventing cell damage.

The numerous benefits of drinking coffee make it an ideal drink for moderate consumption, and a cup or two of coffee will surely go a long way in maintaining a good health.

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Boca Coffee – Which One is Your Favourite?

PeteLikesIt — Sat, 25 Oct 2008 10:39:40 +0000

Boca Java Gourmet Coffee has become the subject matter of popular coffee forum posts.

Here are some samples from The Coffee House forum that I found recently:

10-01-2008

Mine is Tropical Tricks and Treats, which is only available at Halloween.
Second choice is Surfin’ Sufari. Yum!
Riveria Roast for Breakfast Coffee and Surfin’ Safari for Iced Coffee in the afternoon!
My favorite Boca coffee is the Breakfast Blend. I order it every month.
Mine is Boca Sunrise, but I also enjoy Pumpkin Paradise each fall! Very rich.
My favorite is Banana Fosters Float.
I enjoy Chocolate Cherry Celebration the most. It’s a wonderful treat.
Yummy for white chocolate raspberry for fall and winter.
yummy for white chocolate raspberry
I like Palm Beach Passion and Boca Mocha Java!
Mine is Sumatran Sunset mixed with French Roast 50/50 mix. Nice robust flavor.

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