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Day In The Life: Neighborly Delivery Driver
Ever wonder what it takes to keep your favorite Tala orders moving? Spend a day on the road with Zak, one of our neighborly delivery drivers, as he makes his way through Libertyville, Green Oaks, Lake Forest, Lake Bluff, Highland Park, Fort Sheridan, and Highwood.
Common Misconceptions in Coffee
Coffee has been around a long time, and with anything that's been around awhile, there are quite a few rumors and ideas bouncing around about it. So for coffee's sake, we want to set the record straight about a few things.
New Coffee Arrivals!
You have been patiently waiting to find out the big secret: what new coffees are arriving. We have been searching for some good options to add to our lineup this spring. In order to find the perfect coffees we cupped 14 different coffees from regions all over Africa and South America from multiple importers. Out of those 14 coffees, these 2 stood out among the rest.
Iced Cascara
With the warmer weather right around the corner its perfect time to get your iced tea game down. If you're looking for a twist on your regular iced tea routine look no further. Try using our cascara to make a cold spring beverage!
A Cafe in the Works
We are excited to officially announce that our first cafe will be in Highwood, IL opening in the spring of 2018.
Coffee Cocoa Frosting
This coffee frosting recipe will stop you in your tracks. It's decadent, rich, buttery and perfectly sweet. This frosting pairs well with chocolate or vanilla cake or cupcakes, and can even go beautifully with lots of other desserts like cookies, bars or--my personal favorite--straight from a spoon. There's really no way to lose.
Changing Variables
Brew methods ultimately determine all other variables. It is important to maintain time above all else, as determined by your brew method of choice. Dose and yield are codependent variables that can be manipulated as determined by how much coffee you want to drink. Your grind setting will change based on your dose and brew method in order to keep your brew time accurate to your brew method.
Holiday Gift Guide
It's that time of year again! Everyone is searching for the perfect gift. But look no further for the coffee enthusiasts on your list this year. Check out this years holiday guide.
What is Cascara?
Coffee beans are actually the seed of a fruit. This cherry-like fruit has a skin that must be removed during normal coffee production to get to the bean, and is usually a by-product used as compost for the new crop. However, these skins can also be dried in the sun and steeped to make a delicious hot or cold drink called Cascara.
What is Coffee?
Coffee is a familiar part of most of our lives. Coffee is one of the most traded commodities in the world so its no surprise that even people who don't love coffee know a little bit about it. Even with all its time in the spotlight, there's still so much more to know about coffee. Like honestly, what's even in that cup you're drinking?