Brewing
Specialty coffee in a bean-to-cup machine: how to get a better cup
Yes, specialty coffee works in a bean-to-cup machine. We explain which beans suit it best and which grind and strength settings make the biggest difference in the cup.
Coffee Journal: Brazilian coffee stories and brew guides
Brew tips, farm stories and news from the roastery. Everything we know about Brazilian specialty coffee, from the fazenda to your cup.
- Brewing
How to brew filter coffee in your Moccamaster (and other machines)
How to brew filter coffee in a Moccamaster or other machine: the right ratio, grind size, water, a rinsed filter and keeping the pot warm without bitterness. Plus which beans to use.
- Brewing
How to brew Hario V60 coffee: our Brazuca recipe and the best beans
Our own Hario V60 recipe: 18 grams of coffee, 235 ml of water at 86 °C, in three pours and ready in about 2 minutes. A little unusual, and it works with...
- Brewing
Swiss Water Decaf: how it is made and how to brew it
Our Swiss Water Decaf is one of our best-selling coffees. How the Swiss Water Process removes caffeine without chemicals, how it tastes, and how to brew it at home.
- Coffee knowledge
What does Brazilian coffee taste like? Where the difference lies
What can you expect from Brazilian coffee beans? We explain the flavours, how region and processing shape them, and why Brazuca buys directly from farmers.
- Coffee knowledge
Why Your Filter Coffee Tastes Like Passion Fruit?
It was a quiet morning when I brewed a cup that changed everything. The bag said "passion fruit", and honestly, I rolled my eyes. But then I took a sip. And there...
- News
Brazuca Coffee at the Amsterdam Coffee Festival 2025
On a crisp spring day in April, the NDSM-Loods in Amsterdam slowly fills with coffee lovers, baristas, innovators, and flavor seekers. Among the industrial walls and the rhythm of slow beats, something...
- Coffee knowledge
What is fruit-forward coffee? Where the fruit comes from
Fruit-forward coffee tastes of berries, stone fruit or citrus, without any flavourings. What it is, where the fruit comes from, and which Brazilian coffees show it best.
- Horeca
Brazuca wholesale: coffee for your café, restaurant or office
Looking for a coffee supplier for your café, restaurant or office? This is how wholesale works at Brazuca: Brazilian specialty coffee, roasted every week in Amsterdam, with free barista training and regular...
- Coffee knowledge
Explore the world of specialty coffee with Brazuca’s tasting packs
Can't choose? Our tasting boxes let you taste several Brazilian specialty coffees side by side, for espresso or filter. What is in each box and how to get the most out of...
- Coffee knowledge
A sensory coffee ritual at home: smell, brew and taste with attention
Turn your daily cup into a moment. A simple ritual to smell, brew and taste coffee with attention, so you notice more of what is in your cup.
- Horeca
Coffee beans for your business in Amsterdam: how to choose
Choosing coffee beans for your café, restaurant or office? Start with your machine, your guests and freshness. A practical guide with a checklist.
- Horeca
The best espresso beans for cafés and restaurants
Amsterdam’s coffee culture is thriving, with an increasing demand for high-quality espresso in cafés, restaurants, and hotels. Whether serving a quick morning espresso or a smooth cappuccino, the coffee you choose makes...
