As we reach the late-summer months, some truly wonderful experiences begin to manifest, and we’re reminded why summertime is associated with life, fun, and happiness.

Most people go to coffee shops for the convenience and perhaps to enjoy a particular brew. When making coffee at home however, one has control over all aspects of the end product. There are a multitude of subtle differences that can have a profound effect on your cup of coffee: bean type, grind coarseness, ground-to-water ratio.

If you’ve taken a look at what the coffee market has to offer, then you may have noticed the term “specialty” used to distinguish certain coffees. These usually produce a higher quality brew, but what exactly makes specialty coffee so special? The answer isn’t as simple as you may think.

Here at Minas Espresso, we take pride in ensuring our entire process is done sustainably while maintaining the utmost quality—from the start of our coffee’s journey on a farm in Brazil, to its final destination in your morning mug. From growing to harvesting to processing, our farmers are personally involved every step until the beans are shipped to the United States.

Are you looking to try out new recipes or put a spin on your go-to coffee this May? With the warming temperatures, coffee drinkers are about to make the switch from steaming hot roasts to refreshing iced coffees, opening a whole new branch of possibilities for your morning coffee. Spring is the perfect season for fresh starts and trying something new, so now is the time to branch out and try new coffee roasts and recipes!

Minas Espresso is ecstatic to announce the upcoming release of our newest coffee product—Honey Bee. This new flavor will be released on Earth Day, April 22nd, just in time to celebrate the coffee’s namesake.