It Smells Better Than it Tastes

Is a weekly newsletter, an extension to Everyday Beans Coffee. This is where I talk about coffee, life and the ritual we love. And to connect with you!

Featured

Jan 12, 2026

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5 min read

Why I'm doing this (and why it matters for your coffee)

What I'm actually trying to do here and why it has nothing to do with selling you coffee.

Oke A

Articles

Feb 16, 2026

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9 min read

This grinder made me question everything I thought I knew

Why I had to unlearn everything to use it

Oke A

Feb 9, 2026

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11 min read

The roaster who hates his own coffee

And why you don't have to love everything in your field either

Oke A

Feb 2, 2026

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9 min read

I Was Wrong About Flat Bottom Filters

Why you need to question everything you think you know about brewing

Oke A

Jan 26, 2026

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10 min read

You already have enough coffee gear

Here's why I know

Oke A

Jan 19, 2026

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8 min read

Light roast kicked my ass

So why can't I figure it out?

Oke A

Jan 12, 2026

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5 min read

Why I'm doing this (and why it matters for your coffee)

What I'm actually trying to do here and why it has nothing to do with selling you coffee.

Oke A