Dennis Ouellette
-
7 Strange but True Stories of the American West
From a distasteful painting that got people killed, to the unlikely location of a Civil War battle, these are some of the most interesting true stories of the Old West. The Old West is brimming with stories. Like a game of telephone, accounts of events that have been retold again and again over the course
-
Coffee Kings of the Old West: Folger Was First, Then Arbuckle
In the mid-1800s, as westbound emigrants left behind the Eastern cities where they could buy pre-ground coffee, they brought coffee beans with them, despite the added weight to their wagons. But those green beans weren’t ready to use until roasted in a frying pan, on a stove or over an open fire and then run
-
Old West Coffee
In the Old West, coffee was more than a beverage; it was a necessity and a staple for cowboys and settlers alike. “Cowboy coffee,” brewed over open flames, was strong, black, and fueled many a cattle drive and long night watching the herds. It was a drink that helped keep them awake, alert, and focused on the task
-
Brewing Method
How to properly brew coffeeTo brew coffee properly, start with freshly roasted beans, grind them just before brewing, use the correct coffee-to-water ratio (typically 1:16 or 1:18), and ensure your water is the right temperature (around 195-205°F or 90-96°C). Different brewing methods (drip, French press, pour-over, etc.) have their own nuances, but these principles generally
