The first shipment of Uganda Kabum (Kapchorwa-Bukwo-Mild) coffee arrived on Monday with great anticipation. The socio-economic aspect of this coffee is quite fascinating and of course we have been very eager to bring this coffee in. As this new venture has emerged from a single mission trip by Sisters Community Church in 2005 to a micro-finance project supporting hundreds of farmers, our only concern was if the quality of the coffee was going to match its incredible social justice narrative. So we were overjoyed after our initial cupping: Good body with vibrant acidity and notes of chocolate and citrus and clean, smooth finish. We will continue cup this week and see what we observe but we couldn’t be happier with this coffee and proud of our friends, John Hornbeck and Paul Rawlins for their hard work, dedication and faithfulness to the call of God on their lives. Look for Uganda Kabum 2011 roasted by Sisters Coffee Company at local supermarkets throughout Central Oregon and around the state.
Monin Syrups and Sauces
We are very excited to now be distributing Monin Syrups and Sauces in Central Oregon. The quality of Monin is unmatched as we’ll actually be using 25% less syrup compared to our former brand to get the same sweetness – creating an improved flavored drink with much more depth and richness. The sauces are equally outstanding as the Dark Chocolate Sauce creates a mocha that has a thick creamy texture that is much more consistent throughout the entire drink. Needless to say we are very happy with this dramatic improvement to our menu and hope you will enjoy.
We will also be offering Monin Syrups and Sauces to cafes and restaurants across Central Oregon. If you own a restaurant or cafe, please call Justin at (541) 549-8993 if might be interested in purchasing your syrups or sauces through us!
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Making Coffee
Whatever way you are making coffee, it’s important to keep these basic things in mind.
1) Coffee
- Use a coffee that says “Arabica” on it as that species will provide more flavor and less bitterness than alternatives
- Keep your coffee wholebean until right before you need to use it
- Use the correct grind once you do grind it.
*French Press: Coarse
*Auto Drip: Simi-Coarse, semi-fine
*Single Dripper: Fine
*Espresso: Finest
2) Amount
- Use 1 rounded tablespoon per 4 ounces of water (for most brews)
- For single serve drippers use 1 level tablespoon for every 2 ounces of water.
- For espresso use 9 g coffee or about 2 tablespoons for every 1 oz shot
*Most portafilters are designed to hold the right amount so you can just fill them up
3) Water
- You water should be filtered for impurities unless you have really good water.
*Coffee is about 90% water so this is HUGE
- Water TEMP should be just before boiling or else the coffee will get scorched
*Anywhere from 198-203 degree Fahrenheit
4) Time
*Timing is very important for whether you coffee will taste good or bad
*Errs on either side will leave the coffee weak or bitter
- French Press: Should brew about 4 Minutes
- Automatic dripper: about 4 minutes (should be already adjusted)
- Single Dripper: Should take no longer than 3.5 minutes to drip
- Espresso: Needs to finish pouring within 30 seconds at the LATEST
FOR GREAT COFFEES visit www.sisterscoffee.com
How to Use a French Press
Taste: Bold
Coffee Grind: Coarse
Brew Time: 4 Minutes
Coffee Amount: 1 rounded tbsp per 4 oz water
1) Rinse French Press with warm water
2) Put coarsely-ground Sisters Coffee in the press. 1 rounded tablespoon per 4 oz water.
3) Add half of the total hot water according to the proportions of coffee. (Water temp should be just before boiling 198 – 203°F)
4) Stir so that all the grounds are wet.
5) Add remaining amount of water and place lid and plunger on top. Wait 4 minutes.
6) Gently apply pressure to the plunger and press down until it presses all the coffee to the bottom. If you face too much resistance raise the plunger a little and then continue to press down, repeat if needed.
7) Enjoy within 30 minutes so it doesn’t turn bitter.
2nd day of the Pearl
A lot to be thankful for when your 1st day open is much busier than expected… and then the 2nd day is too!
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THE PEARL STORE OPENS TODAY!!!
Come check out the new spot at 13th and Marshall in Portland’s Pearl District. We hope to be open around 9 AM. A little taste of Sisters, Oregon nestled into the heart of downtown Portland. We’re calling it Urban Rustic.
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Sisters Coffee: The Pearl
Our newest store is opening on Monday!!!
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