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Coffee, origin, and method

Notes, guides, and thoughts on specialty coffee. From home brewing methods to Venezuelan origins making a difference.

The Loss: How Oil Erased Caracas's Blue Coffee

The Loss: How Oil Erased Caracas's Blue Coffee

Stand on the asphalt of Caracas and think about this: beneath it once grew the most expensive coffee in the world. Then oil came, the city expanded, and the valley disappeared.

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The Coffee Italians Called "Blue"

The Coffee Italians Called "Blue"

In Venezuela's Altos Mirandinos grows a bluish bean that Italy once paid 15% more for than any other coffee in the world.

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Why Kaffelito: The Story Behind Every Cup

Why Kaffelito: The Story Behind Every Cup

We didn't start Kaffelito because of a trend. We started it because bad coffee made us sick. The story of a Venezuelan in Peru who decided specialty coffee could be accessible.

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Specialty Coffee in Venezuela 2026: What Is Coming

Specialty Coffee in Venezuela 2026: What Is Coming

Venezuela is experiencing a coffee renaissance. EICEV 2026, the National Barista Championship, and Caracas Quiere Café are changing the narrative.

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Cold Brew: The Ritual You Need This Season

Cold Brew: The Ritual You Need This Season

Complete guide to making cold brew at home. From bean selection to extraction time — everything you need for a perfect cold brew.

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Coffee-growing Regions of Venezuela: Táchira, Mérida, and Trujillo

Coffee-growing Regions of Venezuela: Táchira, Mérida, and Trujillo

Venezuela has a coffee tradition few know about. Here's a look at its three main producing states and how their profiles complement Peruvian coffee in Kaffelito's two-origin blend.

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Home Brewing Methods for Specialty Coffee

Home Brewing Methods for Specialty Coffee

You don't need an espresso machine to enjoy specialty coffee. Step-by-step guide to brewing with V60, French press, Moka pot, and more.

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