Erik Rolfsen

Erik worked as a journalist at the Vancouver Province newspaper for 18 years before he founded Bean Poet. He spent half that time as a sports editor and the other half overseeing the newsroom's digital channels. He spent all of it fuelled by coffee—except for a short-lived green tea phase in 2003 that he'd just as soon forget about. Erik once ordered an espresso in Italy and watched the barista toss his first three attempts down the sink before finally pulling one worth serving. The coffee was divine.
Ratio Six coffee maker on a kitchen counter

Ratio Six Coffee Maker Review

The Ratio Six has its own compelling features and brings a top-tier brewing experience at a more approachable price point than its big brother, the Ratio Eight.

Hands picking through exotic coffee beans on a tray

Exotic Coffee Beans From Around The World

These exotic coffee beans are cultivated in far corners of the globe and bring a diverse array of tastes and aromas that you won’t find in your everyday cup of joe.

Why Coffee Doesn’t Wake You Up

If your coffee isn’t waking you up, you’re not alone. Let’s explore some reasons why that boost eludes some coffee drinkers.

Rafal Walczak behind bar at Pallet Coffee Roasters during the 2022 World AeroPress Championship weekend in Vancouver.

AeroPress Champions Share Their Secrets

I recently had an opportunity to pick the brains of dozens of world-class AeroPress brewers when the 14th World AeroPress Championship came to Vancouver.

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Coffee Measurements FAQ

We answer all your questions about coffee measurements, and how to get just the right ratio of coffee to water so you can brew the perfect pot at any volume.