Fair Trade Forever
As California's first Fair Trade certified coffee roaster in 1999, Equator stands at the forefront of the sustainable coffee movement.
Equator Journal
Our Guide to the Best Coffee Brewers
Equator Coffees' assessment of the best coffee brewers currently on the market— taking into account overall design quality, practical application, and value.
Cold Chemex Recipe
If you're looking to add a bit of variety to you cold coffee game with something quite a bit faster, look no further than the lightness, brightness and nuance of the Iced Pour...
Brew Along: El Salvador Finca Kilimanjaro Honey
We’re brewing a new, light-roasted favorite —El Salvador Finca Kilimanjaro Honey— in a French Press. This coffee came to us by legendary fifth-generation coffee producer Aida Batlle.
How to Make Great Coffee While Traveling
Brewing a cup of coffee is always possible, no matter where you are. With these tips for making coffee on the go, you can get up, get caffeinated, & get...
Pour-Over Coffee Makers: Kalita Versus Hario V60
What’s the best home pour-over coffee maker? Learn more about two of our favorites, Hario V60 and Kalita Wave, and how to pick the right one for you.
Best Coffee for Your French Press
What are the best coffees for french press? Equator Coffees has helped identify the key factors to look for and even have a few of our coffees to recommend.
How Long to Steep Cold Brew
Get our cold brew basics and learn how long to steep cold brew to enjoy the sumptuous, sweet, smooth taste of this popular drink at home
Pour-Over Coffee Makers: Chemex Versus Kalita
What’s the best home pour-over coffee maker? Learn more about two of our favorites, Chemex and Kalita coffee makers, and how to pick the right one for you.
Home Brewer Maintenance 101
The Importance of Home Brewer Maintenance One of the key attributes we look for when evaluating the quality of good coffee is its clarity of flavor. But if the equipment...
What is Espresso?
Despite lots of things being labeled as “espresso,” there’s actually no such thing as an “espresso bean,” chocolate-covered or otherwise. Espresso is one of only two things: a brewing method,...
Equator's Commitment to Decaf
There was a time when decaffeinated coffee was simply the byproduct of the caffeine extraction process. Those days are long gone, and now we find an entire industry dedicated to...