Which coffee preparation is right for you? An Espresso is, first and foremost, a brewing method (a little more about that later!). But the coffees you’ll see labelled as espresso work best in espresso or bean to cup machines. Espresso tends to require a darker roast, and a more robust flavour – so these coffees have been specially selected and balanced with this in mind.
On the other hand, our filter coffee option is suitable for the AeroPress, French Press, Drip and Chemex brewing methods. These coffees range from light to medium-dark roasts, which helps preserve more of the subtle flavours in the coffee.
So, choose espresso coffees for espresso and bean to cup machines, and filter coffee for most other brew methods! This is our recommendation – but we’ll grind any of our coffees for you, whichever way you like.
The History Of The Espresso
Once upon a time, brewing a cup of coffee could take quite a while and as we all know, sometimes you need that caffeine hit straight away. So in the 19th century, inventors started looking for a way to speed up the process.
Many machines and patents came along, but the one that’s widely considered to be the first real espresso machine was invented by Angelo Moriondo in 1884. It was the first machine to use both water and steam to produce coffee instantly. However, this was a large-scale bulk brewer, as opposed to a machine that brewed coffee for each individual customer.
Welcome to the stage, Luigi Bezzerra! Who in 1901, improved on Moriondo’s design and created a machine that could brew coffee to order almost instantly. It was Bezzerra’s invention that would inspire many other espresso machines, which spread across the world to bring expresso coffee to the masses.
The History Of Filter Coffee
The very first paper filter was invented by Melitta Bentz in 1908. She was a German entrepreneur, who loved coffee but disliked the grounds that were often found in brewed coffee at the time.
Taking matters into her own hands, she experimented with different ways of brewing. This included using her son’s blotting paper, in precisely the same way we use a filter for pour over coffee now. The result was a superior brew, free of grounds and far easier to clean up after.
A patent soon followed and together with her husband, she started the Melitta company, which is still a thriving business today.
Filter Vs. Espresso
Best for filter devotees:
Brazilian Canadian Colombian (Degree of Roast 2 of 5) – 100% Arabica, Sweet Melon, Apricot, Nutty, Bright, Well Balanced
Brazilian Canadian Market Blend FTO (Degree of Roast 4 of 5) – 100% Arabica, Creamy, Dark Chocolate, Roasted Hazelnut, Buttery
Trebilcock Chalo’s Colombian, Farm to Cup (Degree of Roast 2 of 5) – 100% Arabica, Cocoa, Panela, Creamy, Smooth
Best for espresso enthusiasts:
Brazilian Canadian Espresso Blend (Degree of Roast 3.5 of 5) – 100% Arabica, Chocolate, Fruity, Roasted Nuts
Brazilian Canadian Market Blend FTO (Degree of Roast 4 of 5) – 100% Arabica, Creamy, Dark Chocolate, Roasted Hazelnut, Buttery
Trebilcock Wicked Espresso (Degree of Roast 3 of 5) – 100% Arabica, Rich, Balanced, Lingering Caramel
Ready to Design Your Coffee Program?
Let’s create a setup that fits your space, your team, and your taste. From equipment to service to delivery, we’ll handle every detail so you can enjoy exceptional coffee without the upkeep.
Complete Breakroom Solutions
We design and manage full-service coffee and beverage programs for workplaces of every size. From bean to cup, and everything in between, we deliver a streamlined, all-in-one experience.
Delivery & Restocking
We deliver and set up your beverage system at no charge
Cleaning
We clean and sanitize the equipment each visit
Maintenance
We perform preventative maintenance on regular basis
Repair
We repair or replace the machine promptly if required
