Kilimanjaro is the highest volcano in Africa although, thankfully, it hasn’t had a major eruption for more than a third of a million years. This is good news for coffee lovers, because it’s location and elevation make it perfect coffee growing territory. Kilimanjaro is a medium strength coffee from CafeDirect. The grounds have a remarkably fruity aroma… Read more »
The clocks have gone back; the leaves are falling from the trees; the TV adverts are all pushing perfume and package holidays. Yes, it’s nearly that time of year again – Christmas! The first sign is the appearance of ‘seasonal’ coffees, as Starbucks starts adding more and more things to my latte. But this is… Read more »
Badger Ales or, as they’re more properly known Hall & Woodhouse, is one of the oldest breweries in the UK. Founded in 1777, they’re certainly in the top five preceded only by the likes of Shepherd Neame (officially 1698 but likely much earlier), Samuel Smith (1758) and Young’s (whose Ram Brewery probably dates as far back… Read more »
Returning to supermarket coffee this morning, and back to CafeDirect. I’ve enjoyed their Colombian coffee before, so it’s been on my list to explore more of their range! This is from their ‘originless’ range, simply named Medium Roast – a blend of Central and South American beans. The grounds have a nice enough aroma, full of… Read more »
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