Morning Brew

We chatted with Carolina Ramirez, one of the producers responsible for our latest partnership with Unblended Coffee, the DOUBLE DOUBLE. Read below to learn a little more about coffee production in Colombia.

What you’ll need: - An AeroPress & AeroPress filter - Spoon for stirring - 25g of coffee (ground coarsely - think rock salt!) - Hot water - (aim for 203°) - Kettle - Scale - Decanter or mug - A timer Recipe: 1. Place your AeroPress on top of your scale and tare weight to zero.  2. Grind and weigh out 25 grams of coarsely ground coffee into the AeroPress chamber. 3. Pour hot water slowly onto the coffee grounds until the scale weighs 100 grams.  4. Proceed to stir the grounds slowly for 10 seconds and then add another...

1. Always use filtered water Using filtered water ensures that chlorine and small particles are removed from your brew. These particles can cause unwanted build-up and can damage your coffee brewer. 2. Clean your coffee equipment Cleaning your equipment is simple but can make drastic changes in the taste, quality, and consistency of your coffee. Just a weekly cleaning prevents bacteria from growing and minimizes calcium build up. 3. Weigh it out Weighing your coffee as opposed to measuring by scoops can be valuable to brewing a consistently delicious cup of coffee. The volume of coffee that you scoop can...

As the dog days of summer linger on, Portrait Coffee presents the refreshing Pommy Tonic. This drink combines the tang of pomegranate with hints of lime, honey, and cinnamon. Although crafted to complement the rich, floral notes from Portrait's newest Peruvian washed coffee, this blend of flavorful ingredients will compliment any light or medium roast. Perfect for poolside relaxation or a serene afternoon, the Pommy Tonic is summer in a glass. Cheers to bright days and revitalizing sips!