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

What it Means When Coffee is "Rainforest Alliance" Certified
  • by Zoe Maiden

What it Means When Coffee is "Rainforest Alliance" Certified

The coffee beans here at Sagebrush come in many different shapes and sizes from all around the world. We are proud of the diversity of our coffees and are always looking to add new great-tasting and unique flavors to the...

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The Power of Female Producers
  • by Zoe Maiden

The Power of Female Producers

Here at Sagebrush, we love celebrating our producers! Without these amazing farmers, we would not be able to deliver the high-quality coffee we pride ourselves in and you now expect. Today we are shining a light on women-owned coffee farms. Coffee...

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The Story Behind Granny's Hutch
  • by Jonathan Kellso

The Story Behind Granny's Hutch

As many of you already know, we are a proud family owned and operated business. Matt began Sagebrush with his wife and has taken in employees in close proximity to the family (such as yours truly). You can see specks...

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How to Brew With the Pour-Over
  • by Jonathan Kellso

How to Brew With the Pour-Over

Our next brew guide features one of the easiest manual brew methods out there. The pour-over is an incredible choice for any manual brewing beginner and is a staple in any coffee veteran's brewing rotation. It is known to produce...

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How to Pick the Best Grinder for Your Brewing Style
  • by Zoe Maiden

How to Pick the Best Grinder for Your Brewing Style

  Many coffee drinkers fail at making an exceptional cup because they do not use a sufficient grinder. The grind type determines how quickly the water passes over the grounds, and different brewing systems require a specific grind. For example,...

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How to Brew With the Chemex
  • by Jonathan Kellso

How to Brew With the Chemex

The Chemex is an incredibly unique and beautiful brewer and has been amongst the manual brewer "great's" for upwards of 80 years. Its sleek design and consistently complex profile outputs make it easily one of our go-to brewers here at Sagebrush. You'll need...

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How to Brew with the French Press
  • by Jonathan Kellso

How to Brew with the French Press

If you're looking at taking your coffee-hobby to the next step, you should seriously consider (if you haven't already) transitioning to a manual brew method. upgrading away from an automatic brewer gives you complete control over the taste of your...

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Central America: Home of Some of Our Favorite Coffees
  • by Zoe Maiden

Central America: Home of Some of Our Favorite Coffees

Central America is incredibly diverse and is home to some of the world’s most beloved coffees. In fact, many of our best-selling beans, and some of my personal favorites, come from Central American. The region of Central America extends from...

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The Meaning of Espresso Coffee & Why “Espresso Beans” Are Not a Thing
  • by Zoe Maiden

The Meaning of Espresso Coffee & Why “Espresso Beans” Are Not a Thing

One of the most common questions that I receive is, “Do you have any espresso beans?” Or, worded another way, “Why aren’t any of your beans for espresso?” The answer to those questions is simply, “no.” That simple answer is because “espresso beans” are not really a thing. There are many misconceptions when it comes to espresso beans. The first is that it’s a particular type of bean, and the second is that it is accomplished through a specific roasting technique. Both of these ideas are false. A coffee bean is a coffee bean no matter what other label is associated with it. An exceptional espresso bean is one that compliments the brewing method of espresso.

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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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Brew

Coffee Brewing Basics

Everything that goes into great coffee comes down to the brew. Here's what matters most: grind size, water temperature, and brewing method.

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