Blog — Coffee

For many, owning a coffee shop is a dream. The aroma of fresh beans, the happy buzz of customers, and being your own boss - it's an enticing combination. But starting an independent shop from scratch can be daunting. This is where a coffee franchise can come in to offer a structured path to coffee shop ownership with built-in advantages. Ready to Bean Your Own Boss? Here's Why a Coffee Franchise Brews Success:  Proven Recipe for Success: Franchise businesses come with a proven track record. You're not re-inventing the wheel. The franchisor has already ironed out the kinks, from standardized...

Coffee is one of the most popular beverages in the world, and its chemistry is just as complex as its flavor. The chemical compounds in coffee beans contribute to its aroma, taste, and caffeine content. The main chemical compounds in coffee beans include: Caffeine: Caffeine is a stimulant that is responsible for the energy boost that many people associate with coffee. Sugars: Coffee beans contain a variety of sugars, including glucose, fructose, and sucrose. These sugars contribute to the sweetness of coffee. Acids: Coffee beans contain a variety of acids which contribute to the sourness of coffee. Aromatic compounds: Coffee beans contain hundreds of...

Do you love the taste of coffee but can't handle the caffeine? If so, you're not alone. Millions of people around the world enjoy decaffeinated coffee, but many are concerned about the health and environmental risks of traditional decaffeination methods. The Swiss Water Process is a solvent-free decaffeination method that uses only water and time to remove caffeine from coffee beans. It is considered to be the most environmentally friendly and healthy decaffeination method available. Here's how the Swiss Water Process works: Coffee beans are soaked in water. The water is then passed through a carbon filter that removes the caffeine....

 Packaging is the main source of plastic pollution that is filling our oceans and landfills. This poses major threats to our environment, our health and all the animals we share this planet with.  White Horse Coffee Roasters is dedicated to clean roasting, sustainability,  low/zero-waste living, and reducing our carbon footprint.  It is because of this mission that we use 100% compostable bags.  These bags are made from wood cellulose and bioresins that actually enrich compost when they degrade.  Every part of our bags (zipper, valve, labels) is industrial composting certified, but is also safe for home composting. We can confidently say that...