5 Coffee tips to surprise your partner this Valentine

1. Breakfast in Bed

What better way to wake up than to a lingering smell of delicious coffee. Maybe a full breakfast in bed to go with it – this surprise may be a little overused, but it’s still one of the most romantic ways to express your love. Set your alarm a little earlier and treat your partner to an early cup of their favorite coffee with some sweet pastries and maybe decorate your tray with a vase of flowers.

To make it especially romantic, we recommend Chocolate Cherries coffee. This 100% Arabica is roasted and flavored to taste just like black cherries dipped in delicious chocolate and is one of the top picks for both men and women. And why not make some chocolate-covered strawberries to go along with it?

2. Homely Coffee Date

No time or mood to venture out to overcrowded cafés? Then make a cozy, romantic atmosphere at home! Grab some candles, put on your favorite music and of course, get yourself a high-quality coffee. Make together a cappuccino, an espresso or venture into something new, such as trying out a moka pot.

To the true coffee connoisseurs, we recommend stocking up for (not only) Valentine’s Day on this Guatemala Black Honey Coban roast. This Arabica comes from a small family farm in the hills of Guatemala and presents a taste profile full of dried fruit, cocoa and caramel – in other words, the perfect combo for a romantic occasion such as Valentine’s.

A worthy coffee related past-time is also latte art. The internet is full of tutorials for beginners to learn how to draw beautiful shapes in your coffee from the comfort of your own home. You’ll need some good quality coffee, chilled milk and a coffee machine that can steam it as well as stainless steel pitcher and two – or four – crafty hands.

3. Coffee Sampling for Two

Do you and your partner enjoy coffee? Then coffee sampling might be perfect for you. Choose a few coffee roasts and ideally prepare each in a different way to really grasp the subtle differences in flavor. You’ll feel your senses sharpen when trying to put a finger on each of the fruity, nutty or chocolate tones in your cups.

Our World Coffee Sample Gift Set might come in handy. Inside, you’ll find five high-quality Arabicas including a chocolatey Brazil or Costa Rica, which may remind you of caramel. It’s also the perfect idea for a coffee-themed gift. Other than the taste and aroma, try guessing its origin. In this case, we recommend preparing all the coffees in the same way.

4. A Popular Coffee Recipe

You know what they say: A way to someone’s heart is through their stomach. If you have a moment, surprise your Valentine with a tasty coffee dessert. You can try classics such as tiramisu, affogato or homemade coffee truffles. Those especially go along well with a Valentine’s Day dinner. Preparing desserts isn’t too hard and they’re quite worth the effort. Affogato is quick to make, and you only need a good quality vanilla ice cream and some high-quality espresso roast. Just add two scoops of ice cream to a tall glass and pour them over with freshly brewed coffee.

Still looking for a unique present for the special day? Take a look at this Cuban Coffee Tin, filled to the brim with an excellent, silky sweet roasted coffee reminiscent of chocolate and caramel. And if you want to further charm your giftee, try presenting them with an interesting coffee fact – such as that coffee used to be illegal. During the 16th century, some countries, namely Saudi Arabia, considered coffee a harmful substance that negatively affects the mind and banned it in Mecca. Luckily, the pope Clement VIII. took a liking to it not too long after the ban and “gave it his blessings”.

5. Coffee-themed Present

Looking to surprise you significant other with something truly original? Treat them to a special coffee! A beautiful tin full of their favorite roast, a gift set of samples or roasted coffee with a unique taste profile are all guaranteed hits for any coffee-lover. Try out our Drip Coffee Sample Gift Set which includes five unique coffees from plantations across Ethiopia, Colombia, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. Coffee prepared on filter is a favorite of many connoisseurs, since this method allows the natural flavors to shine. In the case of our set, you can look forward to notes of fruit, chocolate and nuts.

Did you know that in Japan, brewing drip coffee is considered an art form that baristas study for a number of years? While our favorite cappuccino is often nowhere to be found in Japanese cafés, in turn, you’ll find drip coffee everywhere. But no matter the variety you enjoy – we hope you celebrate this Valentine’s Day with those who mater to you the most. And if you get to share a cup of delicious coffee, that’s an added benefit!