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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Education Portal

Legacy Blog Articles

Sagebrush Coffee News

We’re Looking Forward to 2021, But Not For The Reasons You Might Think
  • by Matthew Kellso

We’re Looking Forward to 2021, But Not For The Reasons You Might Think

I cannot wait for 2021!  2020 was a difficult year in many ways, but that isn’t why I’m excited about next year.  One of the best parts of 2020 was the way it setup 2021 to be such an exciting...

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Kellso Family Update: Caleb
  • by Matthew Kellso

Kellso Family Update: Caleb

Sagebrush is a family-owned business.  The business and you, our customers, have become such a part of our lives that when something personal happens, I feel like it is almost dishonest to not share it.  That is why I decided...

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5 Years of Sagebrush Coffee, A Love Letter
  • by Matthew Kellso

5 Years of Sagebrush Coffee, A Love Letter

I asked Jenna, my wonderful wife and the glue that keeps Sagebrush Coffee together, to write a history of Sagebrush Coffee email to celebrate our 5 year anniversary. It's pretty long and very kind. Thank you Jenna for the great letter. You didn't...

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  • by Matthew Kellso

How Much Does A Bag Of Coffee Really Cost?

I understand that Sagebrush Coffee is not cheap.  I realize that I pay more for unroasted beans than most people pay at a grocery store for their coffee.  I know that this is a premium product and isn't priced for everyone.

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  • by Matthew Kellso

A Good Week of Coffee, Brewing in My Aeropress

I must confess, before this last week, I liked an occasional Aeropress, but it was not my favorite brewing method.  I felt like it was too smooth.  I know that sounds weird, but it's true.  However this week I brewed...

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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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