If Shark Tank had been around back in 1884, it's a good bet that one (or more) of those sharks would have jumped in to invest in the espresso machine.Did you know that espresso dated back that far? Or that it wasn't even called espresso right away?Here's a bit of history about our favorite beverage and how the need for speed inspired its … Read More

We have a question, and we think we already know the answer. But we'll ask anyway…Who would your event guests prefer to handle their java needs: a person who pours drip coffee into a cup or a barista? It seems like a trick question. Generally, baristas are only found at brick-and-mortar coffee shops. But what if instead of being held in … Read More

Have you ever gotten an invite for a meeting – one that's FIRST THING in the morning?It's the type of event that strikes fear and dread in many folks. Maybe they’re night owls. Maybe they just find it hard to leave the cozy warmth of their beds.But what if that early morning meeting offered more than just a crack-of-dawn wakeup call?A … Read More

There's no doubt that America is obsessed with coffee.But what exactly are our coffee habits? To get a peek inside our brew preferences, we found some stats!A study done by the Specialty Coffee Association and Square, the credit card processing company, uncovered an array of exciting tidbits about Americans and our love of java.Top 3 … Read More

Whether at home or at work, we all love to be appreciated.Think of the last time someone poured some gratitude on you. It might have been a brief "thank you," or a long and flowery tear-jerking tribute. Either way, recognition can bring on a severe case of the warm and fuzzies.It's no surprise. As humans, we're hard-wired to seek out proof … Read More