We get out the grinder and start heating the water, he scoops…some on the floor and some in the grinder, we grind and he dumps it in the French Press.  Later when the water is ready Dad pours in the water, Ian stirs and when it’s ready, we have 4-hands on the press plunger working it to the bottom for that perfect cup.  The coffee is great, the time with my family is unforgettable!  Of course I give into the begging and crying for his own cup of coffee as he has been an integral part of the process and should enjoy the fruits of his labor, Ian gets the watered down version of the regular coffee.  Lately Ian regularly asks to make coffee just before bed…I think I’ve created a coffee monster.

            I know a lot of family’s have similar experiences with making breakfast or a special snack with their kids and that’s great, the real joy is in making that lasting memorable experience with your family and sharing in something you all can enjoy.

Does the Aroma of Coffee really wake you up? http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,,23892565-30417,00.html?from=public_rss

Can caffeine boosts muscle recovery?
http://www.medpagetoday.com/PrimaryCare/ExerciseFitness/tb/9993

Now that you’ve got the skinny on the aroma of coffee and how it can help you wake up and the benefits of caffeine with your post workout re-fuel it’s time to place your order!

A few suggestions:
The high acidity and the lighter roast profiles of the South/Central Amercian Coffees offer some of the most spectacular aromatics and are most associated with your typical breakfast blends. The high acidity is what gives you that nice punch in the nose in the morning to get you going.

The Indonesian/Asian Coffees are very low in acidity with heavier bodies and from personal experience are hands down the best selection for pre or post workout events. The lack of acidity is the key to your succsessful pre or post workout caffeinated beverage. Enjoy!