Red Barn Coffee Roasters's Coffee Blog

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    Kenya has plenty to offer the traveler investigating historical colonial cities, discovering the beauty of Masai Mara, or trekking the winding paths of Mount Kenya. For the coffee enthusiast, the highlands and farmland surrounding the capital, Nairobi, are sewn with the seeds that produce some of the worlds most respected coffees. The coffee here is unique and inspires many visitors to hop in a SUV and visit the source of Kenyan coffee creativity, the co-op.

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    Purchasing your coffee whole bean and fresh produces a superior cup of
    coffee, regardless of your favorite brewing method. The aromas and
    tastes will strike your senses and awaken you to a truly better world.
    However, when the last drop is poured and you gaze over to that open
    coffee bag, its seal neatly cut and beans exposed, how do you maintain
    the flavor you just enjoyed for the next 39 cups? Not by wrapping it and
    tossing it into the pantry.

    Taking the additional time to store your coffee properly will ensure

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    When a beleaguered group of American travelers collapsed into seats at Foynes (Shannon International Airport) the head chef decided to spruce up their coffee a bit. He served their coffee with a bit of Irish whiskey and promptly named it "Irish Coffee."

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    Water DropRecently we were approached by a few people who were curious to know if water is an important feature to their morning brew. “I just get it from the tap!” one of the businessmen expressed. “I use a filter!” proudly declared another. We’re committed to ensuring quality is poured into every cup of coffee you enjoy and need to explain to you that, in fact, all water is not the same.

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