the cloudy monkey journal
good drinks,
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Simple guides for finding coffee and matcha worth slowing down for.
what makes the best coffee in new england?
A practical guide to freshness, single-origin beans, roasting, and finding a cup that tastes balanced rather than bitter.
read the guide →02 · matcha guidehow to find the best matcha in new england
What to look for in Japanese matcha, from origin and color to texture, storage, and how a café prepares each bowl.
read the guide →03 · local matcha guidewhere to find matcha in manchester, ct
A local guide to finding fresh Japanese matcha and thoughtfully made matcha drinks in Manchester, Connecticut.
read the guide →04 · drink guidewhat is a matcha cloud?
Learn what a matcha cloud is, how it differs from a matcha latte, and why its creamy layer changes the way the drink tastes.
read the guide →05 · coffee and matchamatcha vs coffee: which one is right for you?
Compare the taste, caffeine experience, preparation, and drink styles of matcha and coffee to choose the cup that fits your mood.
read the guide →06 · coffee basicswhat does single-origin coffee mean?
A simple explanation of single-origin coffee, traceability, flavor, seasonality, and what the label can tell you about your cup.
read the guide →07 · coffee helpwhy does coffee taste bitter?
Discover why coffee tastes bitter and how roast, extraction, water, freshness, temperature, and milk affect the final cup.
read the guide →08 · signature drinkwhat is coconut water matcha?
Explore coconut water matcha: what it tastes like, how its layers work, and why coconut water makes a refreshing matcha base.
read the guide →09 · matcha guidethe best matcha flavors for beginners
New to matcha? Start with approachable pairings such as strawberry, vanilla, coconut, mango, and lychee while learning to taste the tea.
read the guide →10 · our storywhat does cloudy monkey mean?
Learn the meaning behind the Cloudy Monkey name and how the café was created as a small pause from busy, overwhelming days.
read the guide →11 · local café guidecoffee and matcha at the shoppes at buckland hills
Find single-origin coffee, Japanese matcha, creative refreshers, and fresh treats at Cloudy Monkey inside The Shoppes at Buckland Hills.
read the guide →12 · drink guidecold foam vs cloud: what is the difference?
Learn the difference between conventional cold foam and a Cloudy Monkey cloud, including texture, flavor, layering, and the drinking experience.
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