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LIQUID ASSETS Syrups vs. Grounds Coffee drinkers who prefer flavored coffee belong to one of two schools: flavored coffee beans/ grounds or flavored syrups. Coffee. org, an online coffee wholesaler, breaks down the differences between coffee that has been flavored with syrup versus flavored coffee grounds—and what coffee drinkers might be more likely to prefer. Flavored Beans/Grounds Flavor added: At the roaster or grinder. Pros: Coffee beans that are roasted or infused with flavor have the benefit of a more distinct and robust flavor than syrup provides. Flavored beans or grounds can also mean less sugar and a lower calorie count. Cons: Because the beans or grounds have the flavor infused, the only way to control how strong or weak the flavor is, is in the water-tocoffee ratio when brewing, which will also affect how strong or weak the coffee itself is. Flavor Shots If you’re considering adding flavored syrups to your coffee line, here are a few ideas for unique flavors besides the traditional vanilla or hazelnut: Almond Mint Caramel Wild Cherry Grenadine Gingerbread Amaretto Raspberry also have the control to add extra flavor each time. You also have the convenience of only having to brew one pot of plain black coffee, should you choose to flavor coffee by the cup, rather than adding syrup to the filter basket. Cons: The biggest drawback to flavored syrups is the high sugar content and calorie count. However, many suppliers have sugar-free varieties of syrups available. You also want to consider how many different flavored syrups you want to offer and the shelf-life of the syrups versus how popular the demand is for them. In the end, it all comes down to your customer preferences and the amount of time and money you want to invest in your coffee program. If your shop has a high-end coffee element, and you’re known for gourmet coffee, you might want to consider adding flavored beans or grounds to your line. If you’re just looking to add convenient options for your coffeedrinking customers, adding one or two flavor shots for an upcharge might be the way to go. JOANIE SPENCER Flavored Syrups Flavor added: Either into the cup or pot of coffee, or in the filter basket before brewing. Pros: Flavored syrups are convenient for customers who might not be loyal to one flavor or another, as it gives them the flexibility to have a different flavor every day (or every cup). They 68 · BAKING BUYER · MAY 11

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EDITOR’S NOTE - The Bakery Showman
CONTENTS
INDUSTRY NEWS
APC/Crisco National Pie Championships
Caravan Launches New Website
National Honey Board Offers Bakery Formulas
Cake Boss Joins Get Back to Scratch
The Baking Channel
Preferment Primer
Birth of the Slider
Team USA Profile
Extremem Cakes
Macaroon Sushi
Think Outside the Bakery
Chocolate Mousse: Tips & Techniques
Get your Grill on
Effective E-Newsletters
"The Greatest Show on Earth"
Welcome Home
Getting to Know You
Brandon’s Cookies
Re-Cakes
Lessons Learned
Wedding Statistics
Efficiency in Motion
Syrups vs. Grounds
FEATURED PRODUCTS
PRODUCT SHOWCASE
MARKETPLACE NETWORK
AD INDEX
Baker's Dozen

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