Lazy Days Coffee is the perfect brew to relax with when you’re in the mood to chill out. This medium strength cup is a milder brew than some, but is still bursting with refreshing fruity notes, a pleasant nuttiness and slight sweetness. Its rich, mellow character is ideal for luxurious, silky smooth lattes and creamy cappuccinos, and it also makes a great iced coffee to sip when the weather gets hot.

Lazy Days Coffee is just one from a range of fabulous coffee blends that Coffee-Direct can deliver directly to your door. With over 25 years’ experience of sourcing and roasting the finest quality beans from around the world, our roasters have used their expertise and creativity to produce a selection of delicious blends to cater for every taste.

Some of the finest coffees in the world come from Central Kenya, and the knowledge and expertise of Kenyan coffee farmers, along with research and development of farming practices has ensured the quality of their coffee is consistently high. Kenya AA Coffee is grown in the fertile Nyeri region of the Aberdare foothills, where the amazing spectacle of Mount Kenya can be seen. This magnificent area has lush forests of eucalyptus and acidic red soil that provide the perfect environment for coffee production. Predominantly grown on smallholder farms, coffee is cultivated at altitudes of 1,200-2,300m, (3,900-7,500ft), where it is usual for two crops a years to be produced.

Kenya AA Coffee is just one the range of African coffees that Coffee-Direct can deliver directly to your door. We roast to order, so your coffee will always arrive in the freshest condition possible, and offer a range of grind options as well as whole beans.

Coffee has been grown in Brazil for more than 150 years and the country is currently the largest coffee producer in the world. Its innovative methods of coffee cultivation ensure the end result is of the highest quality possible. Ipanema coffees have been in production since 1969. The beans used to produce Brazil Ipanema Coffee are grown in mineral-rich soil, in a mild, subtropical climate ideal for coffee cultivation. Eucalyptus trees are grown in the same area, and these provide a natural fuel to be used in the coffee drying process. The coffee plantations in Ipanema are renowned for maintaining rigorous standards in respect of working conditions and the social and environmental effects of coffee production.

Ipanema is a neighbourhood in the South Zone of Rio de Janeiro, situated between Leblon and Arpoador. The iconic Ipanema Beach attracts people from all over the world, with its long strip of sun-drenched, white sand, and the majestic Morro Dois Irmãos mountains dominating the landscape. Alive with colour and character, it's a popular choice for sunbathers, surfers, and also the rich and famous. For many years the place has been the inspiration for artists and musicians, and is identifiable with the Bossa nova music genre that so effectively captures the spirit of Rio; most of us can recognise 'The Girl from Ipanema', the catchy tune written by Antônio Carlos Jobim and Vinicius de Moraes in the 1960s. Away from the beach are leafy streets lined with chic boutiques, trendy restaurants, theatres and bars. Within this vibrant buzz, people browse in bookshops and admire works of art in avant-garde galleries, or on Sundays may visit the Hippie Fair that has been going since the 1960's, selling handicrafts, food, leather goods and jewellery.

Our Brazil Ipanema is actually cultivated some 500km north of Ipanema, Rio, in a similarly named municipality. It's a versatile coffee; suitable for bean-to-cup, cafetière and filter machines, and works particularly well in espresso-based drinks, being sweet and balanced with a good crema. So take a sip, close your eyes, and imagine you're on Ipanema Beach, with the sun on your face and a gentle Bossa nova rhythm in your head, as you savour the smooth and mellow sweetness of Brazil Ipanema Coffee.

At summitmedicalphysics, we roast over 100 wonderful coffees from around the world, including rare and exclusive varieties such as Kopi Luwak and Blue Mountain Jamaica, and deliver them directly to your door. We roast to order, so your coffee will always arrive in the freshest condition possible, and offer a range of grind options as well as whole beans.

The origins of this refreshing drink can be traced back to Japan as long ago as the 1600s, but it's only in recent years that cold brew coffee has become quite so popular, and is now on offer in many high street coffee houses, as well as being sold in bottles and cans. It's a wonderful treat to look forward to in the morning to kick-start the day, or provide instant rejuvenation on a hot and humid afternoon. Cold-brewed coffee is less acidic, so gentler on the stomach for those with digestive issues. And making cold brew coffee is also a greener option, as water doesn't need to be heated to produce it.

Making your own cold brew coffee is simplicity itself, and just requires coffee, water, a jar with a wide neck, and something to strain it with. Although it requires a little time and patience, the end result is worth the wait. There are a variety of affordable cold brew coffee makers that can be bought, with integrated filters to make the process easier, but a kilner jar or any wide-necked jar with a sealable lid will do. Some people even use a French press.

The variety of coffee used for your cold brew is down to personal choice, but good quality beans, preferably single-origin, are best, as the wonderful nuanced flavours of high quality beans can truly be appreciated with this method. Coffees that work particularly well are: Kopi Luwak, Kona, Santos, Ethiopian Yirgacheffe and Mocha Java. Whatever beans are used, they must be coarsely ground, as there's a risk of bitterness from over-extraction if the grind is too fine; a grind suitable for percolator coffee is best. It's worth bearing in mind that different roasts can impart different flavours; dark roasts may taste more earthy and chocolatey, whereas the flavours of lighter roasts may be less pronounced, and also take longer to be extracted. The type of water used to make cold brew coffee can influence flavour and quality. Filtered or bottled water is preferable to ensure the subtle flavours of the coffee are not impaired by undesirable tap water additives.

The strength of cold brew coffee is a matter of personal taste. As it is typically made with a higher ratio of coffee to water compared to hot-brewed coffee, it results in a more concentrated brew. Some recipes suggest a 1:8 ratio of coffee to water, but this can be adjusted; 50g of ground coffee to 400ml of water would be a good place to start. Put the coffee and water in the jar and give it a little stir. Place in the refrigerator and leave to infuse for at least 12, but no more than 24 hours. Then, either discard the coffee grounds if using a device with a filter, or strain the coffee through a coffee filter paper or doubled up kitchen towel into another clean container, and refrigerate. Now your cold brew coffee is ready and can be enjoyed with the addition of ice, or milk, or just diluted with cold water. Sugar doesn't easily dissolve in cold drinks, but a simple sugar syrup can be added to taste if desired. You will probably find your cold-brewed coffee tastes naturally sweeter than hot-brewed anyway. A concentrated cold brew makes a great base for coffee cocktails and can also be used in desserts. Undiluted cold brew can be kept for a week or two in the refrigerator.

So now you can see there's really no need to forgo your coffee when the weather is warm, as you can easily create this cool and smooth delight and enjoy it throughout the summer months, or whenever you like!