Introduction – Writing About Coffee
Writing about coffee is as much an unexpected path as my love for coffee.
This month of November calls for some introspection on my journey here. This journey is not just exploring coffee for the last 10 months but also writing this blog post.
When I started my coffee journal 10 months ago, I had no idea how much it would change things about me and create a new habit. I observed myself creating this new habit and feeding it until it became a part of my mornings.
I quickly grew dependent on coffee. I’m not sure if it was because I started creating coffee content or because I had convinced myself that I had to have my cup of morning coffee before I could do any useful writing.
Whatever the case, coffee and writing paired together nicely and I soon became like those coffee lovers who can’t start the day without first communing with that morning cup.
Until January of this year, coffee was just a drink. Then it became my morning ritual and eventually, I gave it a break to reset my entire system. It’s been over 60 days since I started my coffee fast.
When I first started writing about coffee, I thought it was a walk in the park. It would appear the park walked through me. I went from knowing instant coffee to understanding the history of coffee beans, the different types of roasts, and grind sizes to creating cafe-level coffee in your kitchen.
Every day I wrote about coffee was inching me closer to a passion I didn’t know I had.
Over the last 10 months, I have been on a journey of discovery, learning, and, surprisingly, salesmanship. Here’s how writing about coffee has transformed me.
Learning Coffee: Beyond the Cup
My coffee journey started with the basics—understanding coffee beans. I learned that coffee comes from a fruit discovered by goats – wild! I learned the types of beans (Arabica or Robusta) and how their origin influences flavour. A bean from Ethiopia tastes completely different from one grown in Nigeria, and the roasting process changes everything. I also learned the types of roasts – dark, medium and light.
Pre-ground coffee is convenient, but grinding fresh beans changes the game. I experimented with different types of grinders and grind sizes. Each grind produced a slightly different result depending on the grind size.
The Machines: Tools of the Trade
As my understanding of coffee grew, so did my curiosity about coffee makers. I started small, with a Moka Pot and explored other coffee makers. Each coffee maker showed me different nuances of the coffee beans. Eventually, I ventured into more complex equipment: espresso machines.
I was surprised by how much care and precision each method required. Brewing coffee wasn’t just about adding hot water—it was an art and a science. These tools expanded my creativity, and every morning felt like an opportunity to experiment and improve.
Writing About Coffee: Becoming a Salesperson
Writing about coffee soon turned me into an advocate. At first, the blog was just a space to document my experiences. But as I shared stories and tips, I started going deeper into coffee – from soil to cup.
Then I started looking into questions like –
“What coffee maker should I buy?”
“Is it worth investing in a grinder?”
“What’s the difference between light and dark roasts?”
I found myself not just answering questions but also recommending products. I start thinking about what my favourite beans are and how the grind determines the taste of the coffee. Without realizing it, I became a coffee salesperson—writing about coffee to guide others into the world of coffee.
What’s funny is that I didn’t intend to sell anything. My goal was simply to share what I was learning. But passion is contagious, and when people see how excited you are about something, they want to experience it too.
Conclusion
As I researched and wrote about coffee, I developed a passion for the beverage from seemingly nowhere. A simple cup of coffee turned into a daily adventure. I became aware of the details and process of brewing my coffee from scratch.
This experience has shown me that when you put in the effort to learn and create something (in this case, learning about coffee and creating blog posts) it can create unexpected opportunities and connections. Writing about coffee hasn’t just deepened my love for the drink—it’s helped me grow as a person, too.
I have been on a Coffee fast but I cannot forget how my morning brews showed me how far I’ve come. Coffee is no longer just a drink; it’s a story, an art, and a symbol of the unexpected passion that has shaped my journey.
I can’t wait to see where the next chapter takes me.
Happy Brewing!
