At Velvet Sunrise, we’ve always been open about where our beans come from. Today, we’re writing to share an evolution in how we source our coffee—and why it matters for the future of your cup. What: Introducing Robusta We are beginning to incorporate Quality Robusta...
Get started down the rabbit hole or move closer to mastering your home espresso game! We’re excited to announce two new upcoming barista course dates: Saturday, April 11th 10am-1pm Home Barista in Just 3‑4 Hours Ready to upgrade your morning ritual? Our Home Barista...
A 2021 survey by the World Coffee Portal found that 96% of coffee drinkers say that coffee quality was the most important factor behind choosing which coffee shop they frequent. Don't panic. We're here to show you how to make the perfect espresso! The standard of...
The terms over-extracted and under-extracted refer to how much flavour has been pulled from the coffee grounds during espresso brewing. The goal is balanced extraction, where the espresso tastes rich, sweet, and full-bodied. Achieving a perfectly balanced espresso...
While dialing in brewing recipes for a recent coffee, it occurred to us how often we recommend the Chemex. Yet, we leave little explanation to our favouritism. We love the Chemex for much more than its aesthetic appeal. It's a durable, efficient brewing method that...
Does your coffee filter matter? Every morning, like a daily ritual, you brew your favourite cup of coffee. During those few minutes while you're waiting for your brew, have you ever wondered if your coffee filter is affecting...