i love office coffeePeople rely on their coffee to kick-start the work day, but they usually settle for whatever caffeine-generating machine is closest. If they had their choice of workplace perks, surely a coffee service carrying the sweetest scents of gourmet coffee would be at the top of their list.

coffee cupTake a second and ask yourself what “coffee” has in common with:

Starting your day with a cup of coffee is a no brainer…

Caffeine affects your body in amazing ways, but most noticeably, it helps you feel awake and alert. For many people, this rush makes the day possible.

As we’re sure you know, not all coffees are brewed equally. Some are strong and bold, giving you a noticeable kick, while others taste weak leaving you feeling groggy and unsatisfied.

Although nearly two-thirds of adults in America drink at least one cup a day, consumers are often drinking closer to three cups on average. Chasing a buzz with cup after cup can be very bothersome. Brewing coffee with the best caffeine content lets you drink fewer cups while still getting that great morning buzz.

Dive into our Java Genius guide to:

  • Choosing the most caffeinated beans
  • Maximizing the flavor of the brew
  • Selecting the best brewing technique

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In the 1800s, many Americans worked seventy hours or more per week. Even into the early 1900’s, specifically around the Great Depression, many would work 40 hours and then clock out and work another 4-5 hours for free just to keep their job. Thankfully, those tough times are in the rear view mirror, but still the number of hours Americans workers put in, on average, is just shy of 50 hours a week.

That is a lot of hours. Surprisingly, just because we work more hours does not make us more productive according to a Gallup survey. So, how do we get our edge back?

drinking coffee at workEmployees spend an estimated average of $1,092 a year on coffee. It’s easy to point to the need to “wake up” in order to work well, but there is far more to how coffee impacts an employee than the benefit of “waking up.”

Would an office without coffee be a far less productive workplace? Are there benefits beyond productivity that a coffee service would provide?

Here are the five key facts you need to know about how coffee impacts your workplace.

Au naturel, and “as close to the dirt as possible.”pope francis 1

If you haven’t heard, the Pope is coming to the US this fall season. It’s been said he’ll be staying in several different church properties, parading down several major highways, and arranging coffee delivery from Belforte del Chienti, Italy.

It turns out the Pope needs his home comfort in the form of good java. Tracey Allen, head of Specialty Coffee Association of America, was contacted for the Pope’s special coffee request, and has been conducting private taste testings for several months. It is said that Pope Francis is very selective about his coffee, understanding the multi-faceted process that takes place between production and consumption. Allen reveals Pope Francis is a big fan of fresh and local, so her company has been concocting a specialty “Pope brew” in hopes of satisfying the saintly father on his trek through the US.

 

coffee yawn officeHave we lost our java way?

With coffee prices on the rise, it’s no wonder that Americans are turning to cheaper brands to satisfy their morning buzz. Luxury taste and gourmet flavor has slipped the the wayside as our survival instincts kick in, and our wallets want nothing more than to grab whatever does the least amount of damage. Value coffee is and has been on the rise for quite some time. With the drought in Brazil hindering crops, chains like McDonalds and Dunkin Donuts, and many convenience stores as well, have been gaining in popularity. Does that mean your team also has to settle for fast food coffee?