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How Do I Get Better At Tasting Coffee? 

If you’ve ever taken a sip of coffee and wondered how some people can pick out tasting notes like peach, jasmine, and caramelized sugar, you’re not alone. Tasting coffee is a skill — one that develops over time. 

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Mike Michalak Mike Michalak

Latte Art Throwdown Recap

Last Saturday, we hosted our very first Latte Art Throw Down at our Roastery in Libertyville! We had an amazing turnout of baristas, home coffee enthusiasts, cafe folks, and community members all coming together to compete and celebrate the craft of latte art. The night was a wonderful reminder of the incredible coffee community that we are so lucky to be a part of. 

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Mel Kreppein Mel Kreppein

Libertyvilles 2nd Birthday Recap

This past Memorial Day weekend, here at Libertyville, we celebrated our second birthday! Two Septembers ago, the cafe at the roastery opened its doors for the first time, bringing longtime Tala fans a glimpse into the process, as well as another cafe to love.

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Tala Neighborly

Tala Neighborly is like the milk man, but for coffee. Skip the shipping, skip the trip out of the house. Let us hand-deliver your orders so you get them fresh, fast and neighborly.

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