{"title":"Understanding the Coffee Bean Matrix","description":"\u003cp\u003eYears ago, we created the \u003ca href=\"\/coffee-bean-matrix.aspx\"\u003eCoffee Bean Matrix\u003c\/a\u003e to help you, our customers, navigate our wide selection of coffee beans and find something you love. As with everything else, the Coffee Bean Matrix has undergone changes – always with the intent to make this tool as helpful as possible. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cimg src=\"\/images\/matrix.jpg\" alt=\"Coffee Bean Matrix\" class=\"img-fluid mb-4\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eBut we recognize that, at first glance, the matrix can appear intimidating. That being said, we wanted to create a resource to walk you through the matrix. Whether you’re new to Coffee Bean Corral or have been around for a while, we hope this guide helps you get the most out of the matrix!\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eWhat Is the Coffee Bean Matrix?\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn simple terms, the Coffee Bean Matrix sorts all our coffees based on specific criteria that you set. The goal is to help you find coffee that you will love. When using the matrix, you are able to choose the coffee origin, processing method, and bean type. You can narrow your search even further by selecting the range for each bean attribute or flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWe work hard to ensure the matrix is as accurate as possible. Because coffee is an agricultural product, the flavor notes can change year to year. As regions experience more rainfall or greater temperature fluctuations, the growing climate changes. And you end up with a slightly different tasting coffee. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEach coffee farm sends a pre-shipment of the coffee beans ahead of the actual shipment. We roast the new crop’s sample, alongside a sample of the current crop, noting any differences between the two. This helps us give you the most up-to-date flavor notes, ensuring you find a coffee that you really love.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eHow to Use the Coffee Bean Matrix\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe top half of the matrix is relatively easy to understand. Under each section – Bean Origin, Bean Process, and Bean Type – there is a list of places, processes, and certifications that you can select. If you only want to browse Rainforest Alliance (RFA) Certified coffees, simply check the RFA Certified box. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf you enjoy natural processed and washed coffees, check both boxes. If you only want to browse \u003ca href=\"\/blog\/?tag=African+Coffee\"\u003eAfrican coffees\u003c\/a\u003e, check the African origin box. You are able to select as many boxes as you want, but keep in mind that the more boxes you select, the more results you’ll get.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cimg src=\"\/images\/matrix-2.jpg\" alt=\"Coffee Bean Matrix\" class=\"img-fluid mb-4\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe bottom half of the matrix is comprised of Bean Attributes and \u003ca href=\"\/blog\/post\/the-coffee-flavor-wheel-guide\"\u003eBean Flavors\u003c\/a\u003e. Next to each is a sliding scale. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFor Bean Attributes, the scale ranges from 1 to 7. For Bean Flavors, it ranges from 1 to 4. For each, 1 represents a lack of the specific characteristic, and 4 (or 7 for the attributes) is the highest amount of this characteristic. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFor example, if you would like a coffee that has a rich, chocolate flavor. You should move the slider to 3 and 4. If you want the coffee to be sweet, as well, move the slider to 4 and 7. At the same time, if you want to avoid a bright coffee, move the slider to position 1 or 2. In this way, you’re able to build a coffee flavor profile that you would enjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cimg src=\"\/images\/matrix-results.jpg\" alt=\"Coffee Bean Matrix\" class=\"img-fluid mb-4\"\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf you’re looking for further information about bean origins, bean process, \u003ca href=\"\/CoffeeGlossary.aspx\"\u003ebean attributes\u003c\/a\u003e, and so on, you can browse our guides, listed below.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/blog\/?tag=Coffee+Region\"\u003e \u003cp class=\"h4\"\u003eA Guide to Each Coffee Growing Region\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp class=\"text-secondary mb-2\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRead more…\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e \u003c!--A Guide to Different Coffee Certifications--\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/blog\/post\/coffee-processing-methods-guide\" class=\"d-block mb-4\"\u003e \u003cp class=\"h4\"\u003eA Guide to Coffee Processing Methods\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp class=\"text-secondary mb-2\"\u003eDid you know that the coffee processing method has the largest impact on your cup of coffee?\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRead more…\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/CoffeeGlossary.aspx\" class=\"d-block mb-4\"\u003e \u003cp class=\"h4\"\u003eThe Coffee Glossary\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp class=\"text-secondary mb-2\"\u003eLearn what each coffee attribute means as well as general coffee related lingo.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRead more…\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/blog\/post\/the-coffee-flavor-wheel-guide\" class=\"d-block mb-4\"\u003e \u003cp class=\"h4\"\u003eThe Coffee Flavor Wheel\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp class=\"text-secondary mb-2\"\u003eLearn what flavors you enjoy by diving into how the coffee flavor wheel came to be, what it is, and how to use it.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRead more…\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/coffeebeancorral.com\/collections\/understanding-the-coffee-bean-matrix.oembed","provider":"Coffee Bean Corral","version":"1.0","type":"link"}