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For many (if not most), coffee is an integral part of the morning ritual. Whether you have it right after you wake up, or just before you head out the door, it’s hard to fathom how your life would be without your morning coffee. Over the years, different schools of thought have emerged regarding the true value of that early morning cup of joe—it’s fantastic, or it’s bad practice. Research has even been conducted in this matter. What do you think? We will give you the facts, and let you decide for yourself.

What is the ingredient that makes coffee so appealing to so many people? Caffeine—it gives you the oomph of energy to get through the day, and it has positive affects on your health. But, here are some surprising tidbits and trivia about caffeine, that you could use to impress your friends, or just for your own knowledge.

If you naturally have a green thumb, or are making your best efforts to get one, AND you have a high regard for your coffee, then get ready for our very first DIY Tuesday. We will continue to give you some creative tips and ideas in utilizing your coffee to its greatest potential. You now know some of the ways in which you can creatively use coffee grounds, so today, we’re talking about the role that coffee can play in your very own backyard.

For many people, coffee is not another nice beverage; it is a gift straight from the heavens. It is what they consider to be their fuel source to pummel through the day. In fact, according to the National Coffee Association of USA, a staggering 61% of Americans consume coffee on a daily basis. Drinking coffee is an uplifting experience for many, taking in the aroma of freshly roasted coffee, sipping a steaming cup paired with a light snack.

On Monday, September 7th, which is Labor Day, all across the United States, people will come together to pay tribute to the contributions that American workers have made to the overall growth and prosperity of our country. This day is not all about big parades and fanfare, but simply about taking some time to reflect and pay respects. Would you believe that coffee could be a meaningful and tangible way to do so, and to show your true American spirit?

In just a few weeks, we will, at last, see the first day of the fall season. Kids are back in school, it’s getting cooler outside, and the leaves will soon change colors and fall. The cooler weather also signifies the time of the year when farmers celebrate the harvest of their produce. Fall is also the perfect time to sit out and relax with a cup of hot or cold tea. Get into the spirit of the season, and trade in that cup of boring brew for something new and refreshing. You will add some flavor to your fall afternoon, and your brew, when you try these three tantalizing teas.

Nothing hits the spot like a cup of freshly ground coffee. If done just prior to brewing, you can truly bring out the aroma and fresh flavor. There is more that goes into properly ground coffee than you may expect.