Spill the beans

By Ann Geracimos
THE WASHINGTON TIMES

What makes a good cup of coffee? Anyone can say what he or she likes best about America's favorite drink, but few people can explain the science behind their preferred brew. Top Stories
Coffee, above all, is about personal preference — the choice of roast, grind and brewing method. Ultimately, however, taste begins with the bean, which, technically, is a seed.

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