The following recipe is a WINNER! Give it a try. You will not be disappointed.
Ingredients:
For the streusel:
For the glaze:
Pre-heat oven to 350º F. Grease and flour a 10-inch tube pan.
Cream the butter and sugar in the bowl with an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment for 4 - 5 minutes until light. Add the eggs 1 at a time, then add the vanilla and sour cream.
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. With the mixer on low, add the flour mixture to the batter until just combined. Finish stirring with a spatula to be sure the batter is completely mixed.
for the streusel, place the brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, salt, and butter in a bowl and pinch together with your fingers until it forms a crumble. Mix in the nuts, if desired.
Spoon half the batter into the pan and spread it out with a knife. Sprinkle with 3/4 cup streusel. Spoon the rest of the batter in the pan, spread it out and scatter the remaining streusel on top. Bake for 50 - 60 minutes, until a cake tester comes out clean.
Let cool on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes. Carefully transfer the cake, streusel side up, onto a serving plate.
Whisk the confectioners' sugar and maple syrup together, adding a few drops of water if necessary to make the glaze runny. Drizzle as much as you like over the cake with a fork or spoon.
ENJOY!!!
]]>It's hard to believe it has been 10 years but alas, it has.
To help celebrate our “Tinth Anniversary”, we are offering 12 ounces of our new Anniversary Blend coffee AND one of our stellar coffee tins, for only $22.50 when purchased together.
The Anniversary Blend is a complex blend of four different coffees with notes of baker’s chocolate with a little spice yet very smooth.
Our coffee tins keep your coffee fresh with its built-in degassing valve to let the harmful CO2 escape.
This offer will only be available for the month of March so don’t hesitate!
Warmer temps, sunnier skies and the arrival of Daylight Savings Time are upon us. As such, our patio furniture will return starting this weekend so you can sit outside, enjoying your favorite coffee beverage and French pastry, watching the world go by as you adjust to the time change.
Easter Sunday is April 1st this year. Coffee is an essential part of any Easter brunch and makes a welcome host/hostess gift.
Coffee subscriptions!!!
The perfect solution for never running out of fresh roasted organic and fair trade coffee again.
Fresh roasted organic and fair trade coffees from St. Johns Coffee Roasters, on your doorstep every two weeks.
You’ll never have to worry about running out of coffee again!
Starting at $20/shipment, including shipping.
The process is simple, you can either choose your favorite from our vast selection of coffees or, you can opt for Roaster’s Choice which means getting to try new and delicious coffees every two weeks.
Your coffee will be roasted and shipped every other Wednesday so you will always have the freshest, best tasting coffee available. We prefer to ship whole bean coffee to maximize freshness but are happy to grind it for you if you prefer.
The next step is to enjoy!
Contact us for more information.
By Chiara Spagnoli Gabardi
As the weather grows warmer, most of us will be eating more salads and fruits, which is a good thing. But did you know that some produce carries more pesticide than others?
Read the full article here -
https://eluxemagazine.com/magazine/worst-foods-for-pesticides/
Oh, it’s a sad fact for us coffee lovers, but this bean is one of the most intensively sprayed crops around. Why? Normally, coffee is grows on bushes naturally in the shade, but to increase production, most large coffee makers cut down huge swaths of rainforest (hello, Nestle!) and douse the beans with chemicals to grow coffee more quickly.
But don’t worry–there are plenty of ways to get a healthy cup of morning sunshine–organic coffee is becoming more mainstream as the public demands food staples with fewer chemicals. Just be aware that FairTrade does NOT mean the brand is organic–it refers only to the price farmers are paid for their work.If you can’t find organic, certified shade-grown coffee is the next best thing–coffee grown in more natural circumstances is less likely to be heavily sprayed, and ensures your beans are not destroying rainforests.
https://eluxemagazine.com/magazine/worst-foods-for-pesticides/
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Handsome, REAL.GOOD.COFFEE. diner mugs.
Usually $12.50 each
Today only - $10 each!
]]>We're getting down to the wire!
We can still ship your gift of coffee nationwide but only for a few more days to guarantee it will arrive by Christmas. For those who would like to ship coffee, please have your orders submitted by Monday, December 18th to assure delivery in time for Christmas.
We have a lot of options for the coffee lovers in your life. French press coffee makers, pour-over kettles, cones and filters, t-shirts, hoodies, diner mugs, travel mugs, REAL.GOOD.COFFEE. cocktail napkins, grinders as well as an assortment of gift boxes. If you just can't decide, we offer gift certificates in amounts ranging from $5.00 to $1,000,000.00.
Our 2017 Holiday Blend is proving to be very popular. It is the perfect coffee going into The Holidays. A dark, complex blend with notes of baker's chocolate and nutmeg with a very subtle note of fruit. It pairs wonderfully for brunch or desserts.
As one would expect, we are asked a multitude of questions pertaining to coffee
“What does this coffee taste like?” “How should this coffee be ground?” “What’s does organic and fair trade mean?”, etc.
However, the questions we are asked the most are about the names of the various coffee blends. Naming the blends has been one of the most fun parts of this business, aside from actually drinking them. :)
So here you go, a complete rundown of each of our “iconic” blends -
I hope you’ve enjoyed these stories and I hope you will enjoy these coffees. I’m very proud of each of them.
And did I mention, one of the largest selections of fresh roasted organic and fair trade coffees available, anywhere?
Our shop will be open until 3 pm Christmas Eve, closed Christmas Day and open from 8 am - 3 pm New Years Day.
As always, thank you for your on-going support.
"Keep the coffee flowing!"
Mount & Crew
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A perfect morning to get cozy with a cup of REAL.GOOD.COFFEE., your favorite book and a St. Johns Coffee Roasters fleece-lined hoodie!
Picture this... it's a dark cool and rainy afternoon and you are vacillating between coffee and/or a cocktail but just can't decide.
We have THE perfect solution! A Coffee Nudge made with Flying Squirrel Decaf, 1/2 jigger: brandy, creme de cacao, kahlua and Bailey's Irish Cream, topped with whipping cream and a dash of nutmeg!!!! Righteous!!!
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Available sizes from 2 oz. - 16 oz. bags
Minimum order of $50
Contact us for more information.
503.445.2249
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]]>Sometimes, the various flavor descriptions of coffees, wines, or other foods, may seem overwhelming and unapproachable.
However, I believe a big part of being able to "taste", simply requires slowing down and paying attention. No doubt, some people's taste buds are more adept at tasting nuances but for many, it comes down to just being patient as described in the article below from the New York Times.
It isn't rocket science nor should it be. It's all about pleasure.
How to Be Mindful With a Cup of Coffee
“It would seem that meditating by coffee is an oxymoron,” says Gloria Chadwick, the author of “Zen Coffee: A Guide to Mindful Meditation.” “Coffee jazzes you up and meditation calms you down.”
Focus on the sensations coming from your coffee.
Notice the warmth, the rising steam.
How does the cup feel in your hand?
When you take a sip, pay attention to the taste, the aroma.
As you swallow, feel the warm liquid.
“By focusing on your coffee — making it a special time to meditate — it can actually make you calm and relaxed,” says Ms. Chadwick.
I've long believed the process of brewing coffee each morning had meditative qualities because of the ritual and the sensory experience. However, I couldn't have articulated nearly as clearly as this article in the New York Times.
“Approach making your coffee the same way you approach meditating. Be completely here and now in the present moment, centering your attention exclusively on what you are doing and feeling. Being mindful of how you make your coffee shows you how to be mindful in every part of your life.” — Gloria Chadwick, the author of “Zen Coffee: A Guide to Mindful Meditation.”
]]>Smell the aroma from the coffee grounds as you put them into the coffee filter. Breathe in their deep, rich, intense fragrance.
As you pour the water into your coffee maker, notice the clearness of the water, hear the gurgling sound. Listen to the first drops of water as they sizzle into the carafe; notice the color of the coffee.
Watch the steam that rises, swirling in the carafe; be mindful of the ethereal nature of your inner self.
Smell the first delicious whiff of your coffee as it begins to brew.
Listen to the sounds the coffee maker makes as it brews your coffee.
When the coffee is done brewing, let it sit for a moment or two to attain its full flavor.
Let yourself sit for a moment or two, to obtain the full flavor of meditating.
Good news (in a venti cup!) for those who love coffee: Two new studies show that drinking more java could help you live a longer life.
The health effects of drinking coffee have been a point of debate over the years, with some studies showing negative effects and others positive. These just-released studies should calm the jitters for those who rely on their daily jolt — or jolts — of caffeine to get through the day. The first study, conducted by researchers from the International Agency for Research on Cancer and the Imperial College London, surveyed more than 520,000 people in 10 European countries, making it the largest study on the correlation between coffee and mortality ever conducted in a European population. Its finding: Drinking more coffee significantly reduces the risk of death.
A second, separate study funded by the National Cancer Institute included a diverse set of subjects, surveying more than 185,000 adults from a range of ethnicities, including African Americans, Native Americans, Hawaiians, Japanese Americans, Latinos and whites. It found that the mortality boost provided by coffee extended across all races included.
Both studies were published in the journal Annals of Internal Medicine. The European study found that drinking coffee lowered people's risk of liver, digestive and circulatory disease, and also lessened the rate of suicide in men and cancer in women. The survey also found that the more coffee you drink, the bigger the health boost. Subjects who drank three cups had a lower risk of all-cause death than those who did not drink coffee.
By focusing on various European countries, where coffee is prepared in many different ways, the study aimed to prove that positive health effects of coffee endure, regardless of preparation and serving style.
"The fact that we saw the same relationships in different countries is kind of the implication that it's something about coffee, rather than something about the way that coffee is prepared or the way it's drunk," said Marc Gunter, a principal investigator with the international research agency.
The second study echoed those findings, revealing that those who drank two to four cups a day had an 18 percent lower risk of death than those who did not drink coffee.
"Given these very diverse populations, all these people have different lifestyles. They have very different dietary habits and different susceptibilities — and we still find similar patterns," said study leader Veronica Wendy Setiawan, associate professor of preventative medicine at USC's Keck School of Medicine.
Not to drop a cloud in your coffee, but doctors caution that people should still practice moderation when it comes to their daily indulgence, and nutritionists warn that adding flavorings such as heavy cream and sugar can increase your caloric intake and nullify many of the health benefits of black coffee.
Now available in all locations of New Seasons Markets!
Our award winning Pamplona Blend!
A complex blend of coffees from Africa, Mexico and South America with notes of Macadamia Nut, chocolate and cinnamon.
Excellent as a pour over or espresso.
Try it!
Now available in all locations of New Seasons Markets!
Our award winning Pamplona Blend!
A complex blend of coffees from Africa, Mexico and South America with notes of Macadamia Nut, chocolate and cinnamon.
Excellent as a pour over or espresso.
Try it!
If you haven't yet seen this -
Willamette Week's "Guide to Portland"!
Check it out!
]]>To commemorate the upcoming solar eclipse, we have designed a new blend that will eclipse your senses with dark, complex notes of baker's chocolate and spices.
We're calling it our Eclipse Blend! Available for a limited time in a variety of sizes from 2 ounce sample bags to 16 ounce bags.
Available in our shop or via our web site.
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The Beat (Heat) Goes On!!!
The heat is officially here but we are ready with tons (literally) of fresh-roasted, organic and fair trade coffees as well as an assortment of cold-brewed coffee.
Beat the heat and come in early because we will be closing at 1 pm again today, due to the excessive heat.
And if you're craving a delicious cold-brewed coffee accompanied by an amazing French pastry from St. Honorè Boulangerie or a bagel and cream cheese but just don't feel like getting out, contact POSTMATES.
Just download the POSTMATES app (POSTMATES, food delivery faster).
Look for us and place your order for anything from cold- brewed coffee to whole bean coffee or brewing equipment and it will be delivered right to your door, sooner than you can say "cold-brewed coffee".
Savory treats to keep you satisfied without the sweetness at an amazing price. Only $1.65 each.
A great standalone treat or pair them with meats, cheeses or your favorite spread.
BACON ROLL
CRANBERRY & HAZELNUT ROLLS
RAISIN FENNEL BENOITONS
Now it's substantiated by people who really know what they're talking about.
Check out this article - http://time.com/4849985/coffee-caffeine-live-longer/
]]>You're sitting in your office, craving a cup of St. Johns Coffee Roasters' coffee but you just don't have time to get to our shop to pick it up. Or, you wake up in the morning and discover you are completely out of coffee and/or filters.
We have a solution.
Our beverages, whole bean organic and fair trade coffees are now available via Postmates. Whether you're craving a cup of drip coffee, a mocha, latte or you discovered you're out of beans, you can now get a speedy delivery of whatever your heart desires.
One can even order Aeropresses, accessories, Toddy Brewers and accessories and other coffee filters.
Give it a try! It's oh so convenient!
]]>Gift boxes available, one featuring a SJCR chef’s apron ($39.95 + shipping) and the other featuring a SJCR double-wall stainless steel travel mug ($44.95 + shipping).
Both options include 2 - 8 oz. bags of freshly roasted organic and fair trade coffees.
Also available is a new Sampler gift box containing 5 - 2 ounce packages of coffee (St. Johns Blend, Mercer Island Express, Won’t Get Fooled Again, Flying Squirrel Decaf and Breakfast Blend)
($17.50 + shipping)
Purchase through our web site, www.stjohnscoffee.com, or in the shop. On-line orders or orders requiring shipment, must be placed by noon, Wednesday, May 10th to guarantee delivery by Mother's Day.
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