Specialty Coffee Association of America’s New Coffee Flavor Taster’s Wheel

A detailed lexicon infographic created in collaboration with World Coffee Research

20 years ago, the Specialty Coffee Association of America (SCAA) introduced a coffee taste flavor wheel that would provide a standardized language for everyone from farmers to baristas and even those curious about what they were sipping. It was a visual guide that allowed deeper access to what was at play in every cup. Since its initial release, climates have shifted and growing has changed. …

Three Limited Edition Single Malt Scotch Sets

Royal Brackla, Deveron and Aultmore expressions hit the States

There are plenty of ways to convey the story behind a spirit. Sometimes, the liquid speaks for itself, giving subtle nods to what it was aged in, for how long and even what region it hails from. And while that can be said of the three single malts featured in John Dewar & Sons’ limited edition tomes, the story behind each has been expounded upon …

Anthology Coffee, Detroit

The small-batch roaster's single-origin offerings are a new favorite

While in Detroit for this week’s North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), we took a break from previewing Ford GT supercars and Buick’s Avista concept coupe to get our dose of caffeine: a few bags of single-origin, freshly roasted Anthology Coffee. Founded by Josh Longsdorf, the Detroit-based micro-roaster keeps things small, keeping a tight hold on quality. He sources from small farms, like washed coffee …