What Your Enneagram Says About Your Coffee Habits

Is your coffee routine driven by a quest for perfection, convenience, or pure vibe? We’re breaking down how all nine Enneagram types get their caffeine – whether that’s a temperamental siphon brew ...

Coffee Myths Debunked: Fact vs. Fiction

Think you know your daily brew? We’re putting six common coffee claims to the test. From the real caffeine content in espresso to why boiling water ruins your flavor. Find out which old coffee tale...

What Variety is My Coffee?

From Arabica and Robusta species to specific plant varieties, coffee offers an incredible world of complex flavors much like fine wine. Factors like origin, elevation, and whether a coffee is a sin...

Home Setup on a Budget: Repair Your Own Espresso Machine

Want cafe-quality espresso at home without dropping thousands on a new setup? The secret is buying (or finding) broken machines and fixing them up yourself. In this post, I rescue a neglected Ranci...

From Cup to Garden: The Benefits of Coffee Grounds

How you can reuse coffee grounds for your garden, compost, and houseplants.

The Ultimate Winter Wellness Boost

By now most of us can say that February has overstayed its welcome. The days are still short, motivation is hard to come by, and we can collectively agree that shoveling more snow was not on our ch...

Water for Coffee

Because coffee is between 98 and 99 percent water, the type of water used to brew coffee has a big impact on the flavor. So how do you know what impact your water is having on your coffee? In order...

Pouring Over the Perfect Presents: Our Holiday Coffee Picks 2025

Sleigh your holiday shopping with Backyard Beans! We've brewed up the perfect guide to gifting for every coffee lover on your list. Find festive favorites like our cozy Llama on the Shelf blend, th...

What Terroir Really Means in Coffee: Reflections on Jem Challender’s Terroir

Reading Terroir shifted the way I think about coffee—from something grown “out there” to something shaped, day by day, by thousands of tiny decisions and environmental realities. This blog reflects...

What Is a Co-Ferment? Exploring Fruit-Fermented Coffee

Curious about co-ferment coffee? This blog dives into how fermenting coffee with fruit creates bold, unique flavors. Whether brewed hot or cold, co-ferment coffees offer an unforgettable tasting ex...