About
NICHOLAS COFFEE & TEA CO.
"The bitterness of poor quality remainslong after the sweetness of low price is forgotten..." – Nick Nicholas
Coffees and teas not only rank among the greatest of all pleasures of the palate, they also represent the outstanding gourmet bargain in the world today. For just pennies a cup, the knowledgeable person can sample a rich and varied assortment of tastes, scents and satisfactions.
The history of Nicholas Coffee & Tea Co. is one of pride, quality and consistency. In nearly a century of roasting and selling the finest coffees worldwide, Nicholas Coffee & Tea Co. has remained true to its roots, concentrating on providing the best tasting coffee directly to the consumer. Unlike many of our competitors who have short histories and limited experience selling coffee, we have always been in the gourmet coffee business. Since 1919, we have roasted the finest Arabica coffees daily and sold them directly to the public.
"FROM BEAN TO CUP"
Always start with fresh-roasted, whole beans.
When you purchase fresh-roasted, whole-bean coffee, you're on your way to a great cup of coffee. The flavor and aroma of whole-bean coffee isn't released until you grind it. Once you taste whole-bean, specialty coffee sent fresh from the roaster to your store, you'll never be satisfied with canned coffee again!
Look for the Nicholas name
Since 1919, Nicholas Coffee & Tea Co. has been introducing discerning coffee lovers to fresh-roasted, whole-bean coffee. We still operate the old-fashioned way, carefully selecting and roasting small batches of 100% Arabica coffees for greater quality control. Our historic store in Pittsburgh's busy Market Square has been serving loyal customers for generations. And now you'll find fresh-roasted Nicholas coffees in fine restaurants, supermarkets and specialty stores.
Experiment with different blends, roasts and flavors
Whether you like your cup strong and hearty, mellow and mild, or fancifully flavored, you'll find a Nicholas coffee variety that satisfies in every way. Concerned about caffeine? Nicholas Coffee offers you a wide selection of coffees with 98% of the caffeine removed and all the rich flavor retained.
Release the fresh flavor
If you have a grinder at home, grind your coffee beans just before brewing. Be sure to use the proper grind for your coffee brewer and grind only what you need. You see, ground coffee starts to lose its full, rich flavor in about one week. If you grind your coffee at the store, don't worry. The storage methods listed below will help keep your Nicholas coffee as fresh as the day it was roasted.
Store coffee in a dry, airtight container in the refrigerator. If you prefer to store your coffee elsewhere, keep it in an airtight container in a cool, dark place.
Coffee beans can also be stored in the freezer for several months.
Brew up a perfect pot
Next, add fresh, cold water. The water you use really does make a difference. If your tap water tastes good, it will enhance the rich flavor. Otherwise you may consider purchasing bottled water. Also, please note that the water and other minerals leave a residue in your coffee maker which can greatly affect the flavor of your coffee. Measure your coffee accurately. A good starting point is two level tablespoons of coffee per 6 oz. cup of water. After brewing, remove and discard coffee grounds.