Excelsa is a Central African coffee, now its own species (Coffea dewevrei), that makes up about 6% of the Philippine harvest. Learn how it tastes, its caffeine, where it grows and how it compares with barako, Robusta and Arabica.
About this guide: This is a practical guide to running a Philippine café purchasing survey: what to ask cafés about...
Arabica–Robusta blend ratios can change an espresso’s aroma, bitterness, body and perceived sweetness, but the result depends on the green...
What Robusta coffee is, why it is 69% of the Philippine harvest, how it tastes, its caffeine vs Arabica, how to brew it and what it costs per kilo in 2026.
Espresso dial-in waste is the coffee a café uses while adjusting a grinder and recipe before service. This guide shows...
Coffee drip bag brewing guide: Start with one bag, 200 ml of water at 92–94°C, a 20–30 second bloom, and...
How long do coffee beans stay fresh in Philippine conditions? The answer depends on packaging, humidity, heat, light and how...
Estimate startup costs, monthly expenses, and break-even point for a pop-up coffee shop in the Philippines.
Match your brewing method to the right coffee beans, grind size, and roast for a better cup.
Answer a few quick questions to discover which Caffeine Brothers coffee suits your taste.
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