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Find Out How Monsoons Help Your Coffee

Anyone who lives in a chilly, northeastern climate like New Jersey can appreciate a hot cup of coffee. But what about the warmer weather, including monsoon season? Many of Lavanta Coffee Roasters’ New Jersey customers have never been near a monsoon, but may be surprised to find out that monsoons and coffee once went together! Keep reading to find out the history of Monsooned Malibar coffee and why you should try some today!

Beans in a Monsoon
While today’s coffee lovers can enjoy Fair Trade coffee from around the world by buying online and having it shipped, usually by airplane, this was not always the case. Many centuries ago, the only way to move coffee beans from their natural growing regions in Africa and Southeast Asia was to put them on a ship, sailing around the world with all the weather conditions, including monsoons. Trade between India and Europe was strong in those days, but travel was slow—about six months for the voyage! During monsoon seasons, the crew and cargo would regularly be exposed to humidity, causing the coffee beans to swell with absorbed moisture from the winds and rain. Today, “monsooning” is done on land, with carefully selected and sun-dried coffee berries being exposed to the monsoon winds in carefully designed warehouses that allow the winds to pass through. This process makes the beans larger, colors them a pale golden hue, and reduces acid to almost nothing, with a neutral PH balance.

Our Monsooned Coffee
At Lavanta Coffee Roasters in NJ, we offer India Monsooned Malabar AA, which you can buy as green coffee beans online, or purchase in a small batch of roasted coffee beans by the best coffee roasters in Northern NJ! This coffee is rich, bull, and spicy, with very low acidity, making it perfect for those with sensitivities to acidic products. Like all our coffees, we work hard to source our Monsooned coffee ethically to ensure a healthy coffee supply for years to come.

Ready to try our Monsooned coffee? It makes a perfect gift for the savvy coffee lover, and we offer flexible options to buy green coffee beans online or purchase beans roasted right at our NJ location. We hope you’ll stop by soon!

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Ingredients

For the Pork
  • 5 lbs pork butt or shoulder (trimmed and cut into 2 pieces)
  • Salt & pepper (to taste, rub all over pork)
  • 4–5 cloves garlic
  • 1 white onion, sliced

For the Sauce

  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup strong brewed coffee ☕
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
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Directions

  • In a small bowl, mix all sauce ingredients until combined.
  • Layer the bottom of your crockpot with the sliced onions and garlic.
  • Place the seasoned pork on top of the onion and garlic layer.
  • Pour the prepared sauce over the pork.
  • Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours, until the pork is fork-tender.
  • Remove the pork and shred with two forks.

Optional

For a thicker sauce, transfer it to a pot and simmer on the stove for 10 minutes. Pour the thickened sauce over the shredded pork before serving.
Enjoy this tender, flavorful dish with your favorite sides or piled high on a sandwich bun! 🤤

Here’s how to whip it up:

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup whole milk 🥛
  • 3 tbsp sugar
  • 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder 🍫
  • 1 cup freshly brewed espresso or strong coffee ☕
  • 1 candy cane (or 1/4 tsp peppermint extract)
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract

Directions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine milk, cocoa powder, and sugar.
  2. Heat gently until small bubbles form around the edges.
  3. Stir in your coffee, vanilla extract, and half of the candy cane (or peppermint extract). Remove from heat.
    Pour into your favorite mug, top with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, and garnish with the other half of the candy cane.

✨ Pro tip: Sip by a window and watch the snow fall for maximum cozy vibes!

How to Make Cold Brew Coffee at Home

Whether you’re just getting started or refining your technique, this guide will walk you through making smooth, delicious cold brew coffee right in your kitchen.

Why Make Cold Brew at Home?

  • Smoother, less acidic taste
  • Highlights the natural sweetness of beans
  • Customizable strength and flavors
  • Longer shelf life (up to 2 weeks in the fridge)
  • Easy to make in batches for convenience

What Is Cold Brew?

Cold brew is not the same as iced coffee. Here’s the difference:

  • Iced Coffee: Brewed hot, then poured over ice. Quick and bright, but more acidic.
  • Cold Brew: Made by steeping coarsely ground beans in cold water for 12–24 hours. The result? A smooth, low-acid, subtly sweet coffee concentrate.

What You’ll Need

Basic equipment:

  • Coarsely ground coffee
  • Cold or room temperature water
  • Jar (e.g., mason jar),
  • French press, or cold brew maker
  • Fine-mesh strainer or coffee filter

Optional:

  • Spoon for stirring
  • Pitcher or bottle for storage

How to Make Cold Brew Coffee at Home

Method 1: Mason Jar + Strainer

  • Ratio: 1 cup coffee (113g) to 4 cups water
  • Add grounds to jar, pour in water, and stir
  • Cover and let steep at room temperature
    for 12–24 hours
  • Strain through a fine-mesh sieve (use a coffee filter for finer clarity)
  • Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks
  • Serve diluted to taste with water, milk, or sweetener over ice

Method 2: French Press or Cold Brew Maker

  • Use same 1:4 coffee-to-water ratio
  • Stir to saturate grounds
  • Steep in fridge for 12–24 hours
  • Press plunger or follow device’s straining instructions
  • Store concentrate in the fridge
  • Dilute and serve as desired

Flavor Ideas & Customizations

Try infusing or enhancing your cold brew with:

  • Spices: Cinnamon sticks, cardamom, vanilla beans
  • Sweeteners: Caramel, hazelnut, or flavored syrups (prefer liquid sweeteners for better mixing)
  • Milk options: Almond, oat, coconut, or traditional milk
  • Fruits: Citrus zest, berries, or apple slices for a refreshing twist

Serving Tips

Cold brew is not the same as iced coffee. Here’s the difference:

  • Coffee Ice Cubes: Freeze leftover cold brew in ice trays to avoid watering down your drink
  • Glass or Stainless Steel Tumblers: Keep your brew colder, longer—and avoid plastic aftertaste

Storage Tips

  • Keep cold brew in an airtight container in the refrigerator
  • Avoid storing near strong-smelling foods to prevent flavor contamination
  • Lasts up to 2 weeks if kept properly

Enjoy crafting your own cold brew at home—smooth, simple, and exactly how you like it.

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