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Coffee consumption in England<\/h2>\n

Just a few decades ago, it was quite common for people to purchase whole coffee beans and grind them at home, enjoying a fresh cup brewed in <\/span>Italian coffee makers<\/b>, or using <\/span>filters<\/b> and <\/span>electric<\/b> coffee machines<\/b>. This practice was part of the daily coffee ritual, providing a rich and <\/span>high quality coffee experience<\/b>. However, starting in the 1970s, technological advancements led by major industrial players began to bring changes in <\/span>brewing methods<\/b>. The market shifted towards more convenient options, such as pre-ground, vacuum-packed coffee, <\/span>instant coffee<\/b>, freeze-dried varieties, and portioned formats like capsules and pods.<\/span><\/p>\n

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By 1994, the introduction of the first coffee capsules revolutionized home brewing, making it easier and faster for everyone to enjoy a caf\u00e9-quality espresso at home with minimal effort. As a result, coffee drinkers began to favour these convenient methods, particularly <\/span>coffee capsules and <\/b>coffee pods<\/b><\/a>.<\/b> However, in recent years, there has been a noticeable <\/span>resurgence<\/b> in the popularity of other <\/span>brewing methods<\/b>, especially whole coffee beans, as more people seek to reclaim the rich flavours and authentic experience that only freshly <\/span>ground coffee<\/b> can provide.<\/span><\/p>\n\n <\/section>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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The big comeback of coffee beans<\/h2>\n

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Indeed, in recent years, driven by a desire to consume better, coffee beans have made a big comeback. Here are the 5 main reasons to switch to <\/span>coffee beans<\/b>:<\/span><\/p>\n

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Taste<\/h3>\n

You might not know this, but <\/span>coffee aromas<\/b> are particularly volatile. <\/span>Coffee<\/b> is sensitive to air, climatic changes (like humidity), and light.<\/span><\/p>\n

Thus, <\/span>freshly<\/b> ground coffee beans<\/b> (ground just before making your drink) will release all the subtleties and true <\/span>aromas<\/b> of your <\/span>coffee<\/b>. Unlike “<\/span>pre-ground<\/b>” <\/span>coffees<\/b> (vacuum-packed or in capsules), <\/span>coffee beans<\/b> will deliver a taste closer to the real flavour of coffee in your cup.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<\/section>\r\n\t\t \t\t\t

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Traceability<\/h3>\n

Drinking good <\/span>coffee<\/b> is great but knowing where it comes from and how it was grown is even better! However, with mass-produced coffees, whether ground or in capsules, it\u2019s sometimes difficult to know where your coffee comes from.<\/span><\/p>\n

Coffee beans<\/b> allow for better tracking of their origin and journey. You can even discover different terroirs, producers, and especially small roasters through <\/span>coffee beans<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<\/section>\r\n\t\t \t\t\t

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Ecology<\/h3>\n

Coffee beans are significantly more <\/span>eco-friendly<\/b> than capsules. Unlike single-use pods, which contribute to <\/span>plastic<\/b> and <\/span>aluminium<\/b> waste, <\/span>coffee beans<\/b> leave behind only natural coffee grounds. These grounds are biodegradable and easy to compost or recycle, rich in nutrients that benefit soil health as a natural fertilizer. Choosing <\/span>coffee beans<\/b> helps reduce environmental impact and supports a more <\/span>sustainable approach<\/b> to enjoying coffee.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<\/section>\r\n\t\t \t\t\t

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Economy<\/h3>\n

Coffee beans<\/b> are, on average, three times cheaper than <\/span>coffee capsules<\/b>, making them a more cost-effective choice. The lower price is due to the absence of the extra costs associated with single-use packaging and branding found in capsules. By opting for coffee beans, you not only save money but also enjoy <\/span>higher quality coffee<\/b> at a fraction of the cost. This makes <\/span>beans<\/b> a smart choice for both your wallet and your <\/span>daily coffee experience<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<\/section>\r\n\t\t \t\t\t

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Diversity of coffee beans<\/h3>\n

We mentioned the taste of <\/span>coffee<\/b> earlier. Obviously, freshly <\/span>ground coffee<\/b> will offer more aromas. But venturing into the world of <\/span>coffee beans<\/b> also means discovering a great diversity of <\/span>flavours<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<\/section>\r\n\t\t\t<\/section>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n\n\n

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It’s not widely known, but <\/span>coffee<\/b> offers a rich aromatic palette. In fact, this gourmet product is often compared to wine. With wine, it is common to detect aromatic notes of red fruits, flowers, or more woody scents.<\/span><\/p>\n

The same applies to coffee! <\/span>Buying whole beans <\/b>allows you to take things up a notch in terms of aromatic notes, thanks to their freshness.<\/span><\/p>\n\n <\/section>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Everything you need to know about storing and freshness of coffee beans<\/h2>\n

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To best <\/span>preserve<\/b> your <\/span>coffee beans<\/b>, they need to follow certain <\/span>storage rules<\/b>. To maintain all their aromas, it\u2019s better to avoid:<\/span><\/p>\n