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Why Some People Salt Their Coffee
Some people swear by it. That is, adding salt to their cup or to the grounds. They claim it "cuts the bitterness." We love a good hack...

Ann Allanson
Jan 27, 20192 min read
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(Easy to Make) Holiday Coffee Drinks Your Guests Will Love
The holiday season is in full swing. That means parties and get togethers with friends and families! At The Coffee Cave, we thought you'd...

Ann Allanson
Dec 11, 20183 min read
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How Many of These Coffee Facts Did You Know?
As a Staunton gourmet coffee shop, we love all things coffee. But even we didn't know some of these facts! We're curious. How many did...

Ann Allanson
Dec 6, 20182 min read
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Why Cleaning Your Coffeemaker is More Important Than You Thought!
Most of America starts the day with coffee. No surprise there. That's why your coffeemaker wins the gold for providing your morning...

Ann Allanson
Nov 13, 20182 min read
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7 Signs You're A Coffee Connoisseur (And Why We Love You For It)
It's hard to believe that a Staunton convenience store would say this, but we love coffee snobs. If you're a fan of the Coffee Cave,...

Ann Allanson
Oct 29, 20181 min read
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Coffee Filter Snafu: How to Make A Good Cup of Coffee without Them
We show you how to make a good cup of coffee when you suddenly realize you're out of coffee filters.

Ann Allanson
Oct 23, 20182 min read
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3 Reasons the Greeks Drink Boiled Coffee
In an age of instant everything, it's a little surprising that the long held Greek tradition of boiling coffee has survived...and...

Ann Allanson
Sep 6, 20182 min read
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Portable Coffeemakers: Here are 4 of the Best
When you're running late in the morning, you might google, "coffee near me," or "best coffee shop staunton," to find the high test...

Ann Allanson
Aug 18, 20183 min read
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Wake Up Your Brain with Coffee? Yes, It's Real
Have you ever been walking somewhere or maybe standing in a store and suddenly a scent wafts in your direction? Out of the blue, you...

Ann Allanson
Jul 31, 20182 min read
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Every Coffee Lover Owes A Debt Of Thanks to this Woman
I really can't imagine a time when morning brew wasn't made with a coffee filter. But a century ago, coffee lovers were not only...

Ann Allanson
Jul 18, 20183 min read
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Staunton Coffee Shops' Coffee Crack
So you love coffee's complex flavors and the perfect way to make it. Check. You're a fiend when it comes to brewing the perfect cup of...

Ann Allanson
Jun 25, 20183 min read
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5 Tasty Tips to Making Great Coffee at Home
Grabbing a great cup of brew at the Coffee Cave is always a great option when you're in a hurry or on the go. But when you're at home,...

Ann Allanson
May 17, 20182 min read
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Cold Brew or Iced Coffee: What's the Difference?
Okay, I admit it. For a long time, I thought cold brew and iced coffee were the same creature comfort. Yes, I know. It was a considerable...

Ann Allanson
Apr 20, 20183 min read
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7 Ways to Drink Coffee You've Never Heard Of
Latte...breve...espresso...cappuccino..Sound familiar? They're the staples of American coffee consumption here in the US. From a black...

Ann Allanson
Mar 12, 20182 min read
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The Briar Patch Bakery: Coffee's Comfort Food
Gail Fifer's day routinely starts at 5 a.m. With coffee to fuel her early morning passion, flour, eggs, yeast, and sugar make their way...

Ann Allanson
Feb 20, 20183 min read
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How Many Staunton Convenience Stores Carry Goodies Like This?
No, it's not wrapped in cellophane. Nor does it come in a cute little package with a picture that's more enticing than the cake inside....

Ann Allanson
Jan 18, 20182 min read
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Forget About Convenience Store Coffee
It's kind of a joke, really. You're taking a long trip and stop at a convenience store to get gas, grab a pastry and a cup of coffee. You...

Ann Allanson
Nov 17, 20172 min read
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Would You Expect This From A Convenience Store?
If you've been to Jake's, you know it's not your typical convenience store in Staunton. I mean, seriously, when was the last time went...

Ann Allanson
Sep 16, 20172 min read
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Celebrating Virginia Craft Beer Month
It's August, which always makes me more than a little sad. I hate cold weather and spend winter literally counting down the days until...

Ann Allanson
Aug 9, 20172 min read
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Our Growler Station Has A Stay Fresh Secret
Yes, Virginia loves good craft beer! But to keep that craft beer at the peak of freshness, you need a growler station that has the same...

Ann Allanson
Jul 11, 20172 min read
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