Jake Bonneman

How Late is Too Late To Drink Caffeine?

How Late is Too Late To Drink Caffeine?

Jake Bonneman 5 minute read

All About Coffee | Caffeine Content

We've all been there:  it's 3 p.m., we're starting to crash, and we reach for a cup of coffee. But then we hesitate—"is it really a good idea to be drinking caffeine so late in the day?" "Will I...

What Coffee Can Teach Us About Life

What Coffee Can Teach Us About Life

Jake Bonneman 4 minute read

All About Coffee

A coffee bean's journey from the plant to our cup is a long and complicated one. Stop and think of how many things have to go right in order for us to enjoy our favorite beverage every day. The start...

What is Theine in Tea? (And what exactly is it?)

What is Theine in Tea? (And what exactly is it?)

Jake Bonneman 4 minute read

All About Tea

Theine is a naturally-occurring stimulant found in tea. It's the compound responsible for many of the effects of the true teas—black, green, and white teas—that help to improve energy,...

Does Drinking Coffee and Tea Count as Drinking Water?

Does Drinking Coffee and Tea Count as Drinking Water?

Jake Bonneman 3 minute read

All About Coffee

One day, two people were out jogging on a wooded path at the local park. One had water in her bottle, and the other had some delicious iced coffee in her bottle. As they jogged along, they mused out loud...

Can You Froth Non-Dairy Milk? Yes, Here's How

Can You Froth Non-Dairy Milk? Yes, Here's How

Jake Bonneman 3 minute read

All About Coffee | How To Brew It

It's a question that has confounded non-dairy-milk-drinking coffee-lovers for millennia: Will it froth? The truth is, most non-dairy milks simply don't have the same protein content as dairy milk, and...

What Makes Certain Coffees Taste Floral?

What Makes Certain Coffees Taste Floral?

Jake Bonneman 3 minute read

All About Coffee

A cup of coffee. What could be simpler? Well... to be honest, a lot of things. If you take a closer look, there's a lot of fascinating science going on in that coffee cup. Coffee is an extremely...

Does Coffee Go Bad? (The Answer May Surprise You)

Does Coffee Go Bad? (The Answer May Surprise You)

Jake Bonneman 5 minute read

All About Coffee

People often have questions about how long coffee lasts, and whether it truly goes bad or "expires" as quickly as some people say. After all, most of the coffee that is stocked on supermarket shelves was...

Are Herbal Teas Actually Considered A Tea?

Are Herbal Teas Actually Considered A Tea?

Jake Bonneman 4 minute read

All About Tea

My tea journey began with a love of all things herbal. I would drink peppermint tea to soothe my stomach, chamomile tea to relax before bed, and ginger tea when I felt sick. What I didn't realize the...

How to Make Your Own Custom Coffee Blend

How to Make Your Own Custom Coffee Blend

Jake Bonneman 4 minute read

All About Coffee

It's not everyone who gets to enjoy their own custom, personal coffee blend—Well, actually, it is. There are so many pre-made coffee blends on the market—but have you ever thought about making...

5 Unconventional Food & Coffee Pairings To Try

5 Unconventional Food & Coffee Pairings To Try

Jake Bonneman 4 minute read

All About Coffee

Pairing coffee with food can be tricky, but there are some tried and true combinations that always work. For example, coffee and chocolate is a classic pairing that never fails to please. The bitterness of...