Ann AllansonJan 27, 20192 minWhy Some People Salt Their CoffeeSome 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 AllansonDec 11, 20183 min(Easy to Make) Holiday Coffee Drinks Your Guests Will LoveThe 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 AllansonDec 6, 20182 minHow 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 AllansonNov 13, 20182 minWhy 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 AllansonOct 29, 20181 min7 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 AllansonOct 23, 20182 minCoffee Filter Snafu: How to Make A Good Cup of Coffee without ThemWe show you how to make a good cup of coffee when you suddenly realize you're out of coffee filters.
Ann AllansonSep 6, 20182 min3 Reasons the Greeks Drink Boiled CoffeeIn an age of instant everything, it's a little surprising that the long held Greek tradition of boiling coffee has survived...and...
Ann AllansonAug 18, 20183 minPortable Coffeemakers: Here are 4 of the BestWhen you're running late in the morning, you might google, "coffee near me," or "best coffee shop staunton," to find the high test...
Ann AllansonJul 31, 20182 minWake Up Your Brain with Coffee? Yes, It's RealHave 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 AllansonJul 18, 20183 minEvery Coffee Lover Owes A Debt Of Thanks to this WomanI 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 AllansonJun 25, 20183 minStaunton Coffee Shops' Coffee CrackSo 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 AllansonMay 17, 20182 min5 Tasty Tips to Making Great Coffee at HomeGrabbing 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 AllansonApr 20, 20183 minCold 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 AllansonMar 12, 20182 min7 Ways to Drink Coffee You've Never Heard OfLatte...breve...espresso...cappuccino..Sound familiar? They're the staples of American coffee consumption here in the US. From a black...
Ann AllansonFeb 20, 20183 minThe Briar Patch Bakery: Coffee's Comfort FoodGail 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 AllansonJan 18, 20182 minHow 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 AllansonNov 17, 20172 minForget About Convenience Store CoffeeIt'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 AllansonSep 16, 20172 minWould 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 AllansonAug 9, 20172 minCelebrating Virginia Craft Beer MonthIt'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 AllansonJul 11, 20172 minOur Growler Station Has A Stay Fresh SecretYes, 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...