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10 Benefits of Reusable Coffee Cups

By making the switch to reusable coffee cups, we can significantly reduce the amount of waste and make a positive impact on the environment. Reusable coffee cups, coffee flasks and travel mugs are not only better for the environment, but they also come in a variety of different fun designs, are easy to clean, convenient on-the-go and can save you money in the long run.

A Guide to Hot Chocolate Percentages and Flavour Profiles

Below we’ll unpack what the cocoa percentage of your favourite hot chocolate means and provide you with a little extra insight on several different types of hot chocolate. So, get ready to delve into the irresistible world of hot chocolate and be prepared to leave craving more!

Coffee Grind Size Chart: Which Grind for Different Coffee Makers

In this blog post we’ll explore the different types of coffee grinds, which grind is best suited for different coffee makers and some tips and tricks to help you achieve the best results from your beans. So, grab a mug and your favourite Pennington’s coffee beans and let’s get brewing!

10 Ways to Upcycle Hessian Sacks

From home décor to eco-friendly crafts, you’ll be amazed at the versatility of hessian sacks and the fun ways you can give life back to this (not so) redundant byproduct of the coffee industry. Here is a list of our favourite creative ways to reuse and upcycle hessian coffee sacks. Happy crafting!

5 Delicious Coffee Desserts with Recipes

While many kickstart their day with a cup of coffee like clockwork, others prefer to indulge in delicious coffee desserts and some (if you’re anything like us) do all of the above.

Syrups for Coffee and How to Use Them

Adding different flavours to coffee dates back several centuries, although coffee culture and coffee syrups have certainly evolved since then. During the earlier times pumpkin spice syrups weren’t being added to lattes, however in the 15th century people would often use spices such as cardamon and cinnamon to add an extra layer of flavour to their coffee. These unique culinary traditions remain very popular in different countries around the world, such as Moroccan coffee which is made from blend of spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves to create beautiful warm spiced coffee.

Swiss Water Coffee: History, Process and Benefits

Read on to find out more about the best method for producing delicious caffeine free coffee, Swiss Water Decaffeination

5 Types of Coffee Makers and How to Use Them

Our go-to guide rounds up five of the best coffee maker types on the market, step-by-step instructions on how to use them and their recommended coffee grind size so you can perfect the ultimate espresso coffee at home!

Everything You Need to Know About Guatemalan Coffee

Guatemala boasts varying altitudes and microclimates that are perfect for growing coffee, in particular the Arabica Coffee plant, and each region offers its own distinct roast coffee flavours and characteristics. Read on to learn more about Guatemalan coffee as we journey through the origins, culture and coffee bean varieties from this enchanting part of the world.