Want to impress your friends with some fancy descriptions of your next cup of coffee? Then check out the phrases below. They are also very useful when reading the descriptions of the coffee when shopping.

Acidity

A.K.A. "brightness" – a sensation on the back of the tongue that adds a bit more life to a mouthful of coffee.

Aftertaste

The lasting flavorful taste of coffee after swallowing.

Aroma

The smell of freshly ground coffee beans steeped in hot water.

Balance

When each characteristic or flavor is in perfect harmony providing a complex even cup.

Body

The weigh and feel of coffee in your mouth.

Fragrance

The scent of freshly ground coffee beans.

Nose

The vapors released by the coffee in the mouth.

Taste

The flavor of coffee.

Fair Trade Coffee

 

For Higher Grounds, this means, providing a price as high as possible to the growers and our employees.

Organic Coffee

 

No chemicals equal a better life for farmers and you.