The Thinking Cup Blog

The past couple of years has seen a remarkable increase in the number of terms being used in the coffee world. Terms that can quite frankly be confusing especially to those who are still trying to get their bearing when it all boils down to the coffee world. For those who are new to the concept of third wave coffee you may be wondering what it really means. Simply put, the third wave coffee refers to the smallest portion of specialty coffee. One that goes ahead to define a group of roasters, consumers, and cafes that perceive the process of...

New England might very well be you’re to go to place if you are hoping to find the very best coffee shops. More so Boston, which happens to be home to some of the best coffee shops ever seen. This is not to say however that finding the best coffee shop is as easy as it seems. On the contrary, it might prove to be the most daunting task one can ever undertake. More often than not entailing a number of quick guides of what one should look for. The first thing you need to consider when looking for the...

Coffee trends seem to change fairly quickly, so you may or may not have heard about one trend that’s gained quite a following over the last year. Referred to as “bulletproof coffee” or butter coffee, it is exactly what it sounds like. Some Boston coffee drinkers are skipping the splash of cream in their coffee and using butter instead. Keep in mind, those who advocate for this particular trend believe it should only be done using grass-fed, unsalted butter which is then whipped into the coffee until it is latte-like. This has become increasingly popular specifically among those that follow...

We’ve discussed the difference between best third wave coffee Boston and other coffee terms or classifications, but if you’re still unsure of what truly makes Third Wave Coffee different from the rest, here’s a bit of a deeper explanation. Boston's best gourmet coffee was made popular largely due to a larger misconception regarding coffee and flavor. People believe that if a coffee does not taste good on its own that it requires flavorings, sugar, etc. Third Wave Coffee comes from exceptional beans, which are then properly brewed and meant to taste good on their own. A good cup of Third...

There are a lot of terms being thrown around in the coffee world, many of which are confusing. For those still trying to get their bearings we’re hoping this general overview will help you better navigate the Boston coffee scene. Keep in mind, larger brands often use certain terms for marketing purposes, but with a better understanding of what differentiates several types of coffee from each other, hopefully you can ensure you get the best coffee in Boston and not some well-marketed imposter. Gourmet coffee – While this term doesn’t necessarily have a strict definition, it does have a generally...