Check out our legacy blog posts

Sagebrush coffee has been known for our coffee education for over a decade. We used to showcase this with a traditional blog, writing articles constantly.

In our latest iteration of our website we have created an extensive education al portal with specific intentional articles showcasing what we learn at origin with the the coffee community at large.

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Legacy Blog Articles

Sagebrush Coffee Education

August 18, 2025
by Cameron Dodd

The Journey of Coffee | The Brew

Finally, we have arrived at the final step in our journey of coffee: the brew. At this point, 90% of the work has been done. Begun as the seed of a coffee cherry, then picked, processed, exported, and roasted–all that remains is...

November 1, 2024
by Jonathan Kellso

Our Pour-Over Coffee On-Bar Recipe and Brewing Explanation

Coffee is an incredibly complex plant and, when processed and roasted properly, can create some pretty interesting and dynamic cups. We here at Sagebrush feel that a conical brewer such as the HARIO V60 is capable of displaying these interesting...

September 30, 2024
by Karla Walker

When Two World Collide | The Delicious Result of Combining Coffee & Tea

In the past, we tried and shared some trending tea and coffee recipes. We tried sparkling up some cold brew, mixed in some lemonade with cold brew, made a sherbet tea float, and others. Now that fall is here, I...

September 20, 2024
by Matthew Kellso

Looking to Cut Your Coffee Budget? Here's What the Sagebrush Owner is Doing

We've all been there, we check our monthly bank statements only to find out we've been spending WAY more on coffee than we thought we were. We need to pivot, but don’t want to sacrifice our daily addiction. There are...

September 10, 2024
by Matthew Kellso

How to Buy a Coffee for Espresso

In the 12 years I've owned a coffee roasting business, the most common question we have received is, "What coffee should I buy to use for espresso?" I can answer that question in 10 seconds, but it really deserves a...

August 12, 2024
by Store Staff

Flavor Profiles Explained | Smooth & Chocolatey

Every coffee you’ve ever had has a distinct taste that was created by countless variables, all compounding and contrasting to make a unique cup. To go through those variables and explain how they all correspond is an extremely difficult task. In my...

June 11, 2023
by Kourtney Marie Camm

The History of the Cold Brew Method

History Cold brew is a unique brewing method that produces smooth, bold, and delicious iced coffee - perfect for those hot Arizona summers! Although cold brew has gained popularity relatively recently in the United States, its history dates back to...

December 28, 2021
by Karla Walker

Why Should You Care About the Water in Your Coffee?

We can all agree that water is important. We can’t live without it. Have you thought about how your water affects your coffee? If you’re a serious coffee drinker, I am sure you have. Taste is significant to me, especially...

September 20, 2021
by Matthew Kellso

Pourover Vs. Drip Brewer | A Showdown of Laziness vs. Extraction Perfection

I have a confession to make. As the owner of Sagebrush, my daily morning cup of coffee comes from our home Moccamaster coffee pot. I don’t use a V60 pour over, a Chemex, or an Aeropress daily. We’ve kept a...

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The Coffee Journey

Explore all that goes into your morning cup

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Variety

Coffee Varieties Guide

Like apples, coffee has thousands of varieties with unique flavors. Explore Arabica cultivars from Gesha to Bourbon and how genetics shape your perfect cup.

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Origin

Coffee Terroir Guide

Origin is one of three pillars determining coffee's taste, alongside roasting and brewing. From variety selection to elevation, processing to country culture, every decision at origin shapes your cup. Here's how terroir transforms seeds into distinctive flavors.

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Processing

Coffee Processing Guide

How specialty coffee goes from cherry to green bean—hand-picking, sorting, fighting pests and disease, and the processing methods that shape flavor.

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Roast

Coffee Roasting Overview

Coffee roasting isn't just about turning beans brown—it's a complex process of chemistry, timing, and heat that creates over 800 flavor compounds from a simple green seed. Understanding this transformation reveals why your morning cup tastes the way it does.

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