Have you ever wondered about the potential benefits that herbs can offer especially during the cooler months? Then have a read of this blog post created by Little Wildling Co. We range most of their products including I am Golden, their delicious Turmeric Latte Powder.

OPTIMISING IMMUNE HEALTH WITH HERBS

While being vigilant and practicing good daily habits such as eating a variety of wholefoods, getting enough sunshine, adequate sleep, exercise, and personal hygiene are key to the defence against bacterial and viral infections, there are many clinically researched herbal medicines and their active constituents which have shown to be effective in supporting various aspects of the immune system to enhance the body’s innate defences.

Our immune systems work in symbiosis with all other body systems and needs to be kept in a state of balance or homeostasis. Sometimes things can be thrown off balance when we encounter a virus, or injure ourselves, or even if over time we have been consuming a western style diet with lots of high sugar, processed foods we can trigger an inflammatory state in the body.

Inflammation has historically been given a bad rap; however, it is the body’s chief defence against injury or infection and is a vital element in the healing process. It communicates to the immune system to heal damaged tissue, as well as defend against foreign invaders such as viruses and bacteria.

Where it becomes a problem is when it becomes chronic and goes on for too long, or the inflammation becomes systemic and occurs where it is not needed.

Some of the immune modulating and anti-inflammatory herbs we use at Little Wildling Co below are little immune boosting warriors here are some of the key immune centric benefits:

Licorice:

Main actions: Anti-inflammatory, mucoprotective, adrenal tonic, expectorant, demulcent, mild laxative, anticarcinogenic, antitussive, anti-viral, anti-ulcer, immunomodulating. Indicated acute and chronic bronchitis, asthma, cough, bronchial asthma. A PubMed study on “Herbal Immune Boosters” stated “Glycyrrhizin is the chief constituent of Glycyrrhiza glabra root and are rich in flavonoids, coumarins and glycyrrhetinic acid. Glycyrrhizin, since the ancient times have been employed in treatment of various ailments including bronchitis, gastritis and jaundice. Furthermore, they have been affirmed to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant potential that induce the formation of interferons in human body. It was observed by Pilcher (2003) that Glycyrrhizin lowers the ability of SARS-Cov agents to attach to the cell particularly in the early stages of viral infestation”.

Withania:

Main Actions:  Tonic, adaptogen, mild sedative, anti-inflammatory, immune modulating, anti-anaemic. Indicated in chronic immune deficiency, leukopenia, fatigue, physical stress, convalescence, during chemotherapy or radiotherapy, tonic for the elderly, chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, post-viral syndromes.

Turmeric:

Main Actions: Anti-inflammatory, anti-platelet, antioxidant, hypolipidemic, choleretic. May be helpful in prevention of viral infection and replication. Indicated in Peptic ulcer, dyspepsia, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, enhancing phase II detoxification by the liver, asthma, Anticancer, Alzheimer’s disease and cardiovascular disease, cystic fibrosis, hypercholesterolaemia.

Chamomile:

Main actions: Actions: Anti-Inflammatory, spasmolytic, mild sedative, carminative, vulnerary, diaphoretic, anti-ulcer. Indicated in Gastrointestinal inflammation (up to 80% of our immune system lies within the gut wall), IBS, nervous dyspepsia, motion sickness, anxiety, restlessness, insomnia, gastritis, peptic ulcer, gastro-oesophageal reflux.

Reishi:

Main Actions: Immune modulating and enhancing, anti-tumour, adaptogen, tonic, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, nervine. Indicated in adjunct therapy in cancer treatment, chronic infections, autoimmune, chronic immune deficiency, convalescence, post viral syndromes, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, tonic for the elderly.

Ginger:

Main Actions: Antiemetic, carminative, peripheral circulatory stimulant, Anti-inflammatory, antiplatelet, diaphoretic, aromatic digestive. Indicated in acute infections, fever, common cold, acute & chronic bronchitis, asthma, bronchial asthma. May be helpful in preventing viral replication.

Hyssops:

Main actions: expectorant, carminative, anti-catarrhal, spasmolytic, diaphoretic, mild sedative. Indicated to help relive excess respiratory mucus including nasopharyngeal catarrh, acute and chronic bronchitis, asthma & bronchial asthma, sore throat, fever, common cold, flatulence, liver and gallbladder complaints.

Elderberry:

Main actions: antiviral, immunostimulant, antioxidant. Indicated in upper respiratory tract infections including common cold and influenza.

Peppermint:  

Main actions: spasmolytic, carminative, cholagogue, antiemetic, antitussive, antimicrobial, mild sedative, diaphoretic, analgesic (topically). Indicated in common cold, influenza, cough, nasopharyngeal catarrh, sinus headache.

** This is a re-post from Little Wildling Co For more details or reference material, please visit their website.

Do you commute to work most days? It’s definitely harder to muster the enthusiasm to stand on a train platform at 7am when it’s freezing cold outside. Let Emu Coffee help you to win the morning commute to the office or kid’s sports on Saturday morning with a Carter Move Mug. 

You can legit throw these mugs in your handbag or gym bag and have your deliciously warm coffee and tea whenever you’re ready. We have been know to take a Carter Move Mug on an afternoon walk around Schofields with an iced tea in Summer too. The convenient splash guard that comes with the Carter Move Mugs means you can enjoy your coffee on the go. No more silicone lids popping off and feeling like a toddler using a sippy cup. With inflation the way it is, you’ll also be saving yourself a small fortune.

We think one of the best features is being able to put our Carter Move Mugs into the top shelf of the dishwasher because who enjoys hand washing? We’ve also recently launched the 360 lid which is available now from our website shop in black.

Have you ever wondered how to clean your coffee machine with minimal time and fuss? Well strap yourselves in for a treat because we are about to talk you through how to enjoy the benefits of a clean coffee machine at home, the office or in your cafe. 

Why is cleaning your coffee machine important? Because the coffee tastes better! Ooh yeah, and there’s also the benefits of having reduced maintenance costs. 

We need to start with some terminology first:

Group Handle - This is the device that you dose and tamp the coffee into. Inside the group handle, there’s a hole for the filter basket and spout/s at the bottom where the coffee comes out. 

Filter Basket - The little basket with lots of holes in the bottom that let the brewed coffee out. It sits tightly inside the group handle.

Blind Filter (basket) - Just like the filter basket mentioned above except without any holes. This is the basket we use to clean the machine. 

Instructions - Group Heads:

1. Remove the coffee filter basket from the group handle and swap it out for the "blind" filter.

2. For daily cleaning (weekly for domestic), add 1/4 level scoop of Evo Espresso Machine Cleaner into the group handle. Insert the group handle back into the coffee machine as if brewing a shot of espresso. NB: if machine is cleaned less often, use 1/2 scoop.

3. Start the cycle and allow to run for 7-10 seconds to dissolve cleaner; stop the cycle and allow to sit for another 7-10 seconds.

4. Start and stop the cycle 4 more times, running each for 7-10 seconds and stopping for 7-10 seconds between cycles.

5. Remove the group handle and rinse well under hot water (water from your coffee machine). You want to remove as much cleaning product as practical before completing a second cleaning cycle.

6. Re-insert handle with blind filter to rinse. Start and stop the cycle 5 times - run for 5 seconds, stop for 2 seconds, ensuring a thorough rinsing. Remove the blind filter and re-insert regular filter.

7. Brew and discard a single shot of espresso to re-season the machine. This last step is important to remove any remaining cleaning product from your coffee machine.
   

Instructions - Group Handles:

1. Soak the group handles and filters in 500ml of hot water mixed with 1-2 scoops of Evo Espresso Machine Cleaner for 20 minutes. Pro tips: Submerge the metal components of the group handle but never the plastic/leather handle to avoid cracking. Always put hot water in 1st, before the cleaning powder. You can also put your filter basket into the cleaner at the same time. It’s best to remove it from the group handle first to make cleaning easier.

2. Rinse thoroughly in running hot water and wipe with a clean, dry cloth. We don’t recommend using a scourer sponge to clean any part of your coffee machine.

3. Insert your filter basket back into the group handle and return it back to your coffee machine. Make sure you warm up the group handle with warm water (from your coffee machine) before use. Coffee just doesn’t taste right from a cold group handle.
   

SEE THESE INSTRUCTIONS with our helpful infographics HERE

Just before the Spicy Flu made it’s way to Australia’s shores, we took a refresher Barista Course from the very talented Vincent Do at Australia Barista Training (ex Sydney Barista Training at Marrickville, NSW). If you haven’t done a course recently, it’s totally worth the investment. No matter how great your skills are, a refresher course will undoubtedly pick up some little habits you’ve acquired over time.

Need some coffee cleaning gear? Check out our range:

Cafetto Evo Espresso Machine Cleaner

Cafetto Coffee Machine Cleaning Brush

Grinder and Bench Cleaning Brush

Small Business Month is here, March 2022.  We will be profiling a number of our Partners throughout the month of March to showcase the people behind the small business we support. This will include our Customers and the Supply Partners that support us. Please keep an eye on our Facebook & Instagram accounts for more on this throughout the month.

Our Roasters are small, Australian owned businesses with many years of experience and a great love for their work. We are thrilled to be able to bring you such high quality, speciality coffee from Western Sydney, Australia.

Did you know that all our key suppliers are Australian owned except for SHOTT? They are New Zealand owned which is basically part of Australia anyway, right? Most of our suppliers also manufacture their goods in Australia too. We will be sharing more details on our Suppliers throughout March. If there’s something you are particularly interested in learning more about, email us here.

Our Founder, Berenice Walker started Emu Coffee in 2019 after a long corporate career in Franchising, Retail Hospitality and of course, all things coffee (have a peek a her LinkedIn profile for more details). She identified that many small business owners are all over their day-to-day operations however, doing ‘all the things’ left them limited time to explore how to develop and grow their business. 

Did you know that Emu Coffee also has a special Facebook Group for small business owners called Coffee Constellation? If this sounds like something you would benefit from, join the community today.

Conversely, if you know someone that may benefit from working together, please let them know about Emu Coffee. We grow from referrals and appreciate your support. 

We look forward to brining you profiles of like minded small businesses and would love to see you comment on our social pages. Thank you for supporting Emu Coffee, we believe that when you shop small your dollar goes further in the community. 

Just in time for Spring, we’re launching Superfood Breakfast Bowls from Jomeis Fine Foods. Just add water or your favourite milk, stir it up and top with your favourite; fresh fruit, nuts & seeds, yoghurt or muesli. Yum!

Superfood Breakfast Bowls are available in three flavours:

1. Beetroot & Cacao

2. Cacao & Coconut and;

3. Tumeric & Ginger

You can make these up for a refreshing breakfast or as a super healthy snack during the day.

The full range is-

• High in Fibre

• Non GMO

• Gluten Free

• Vegan & has no added sugar

Grab your favourite fruit, muesli and milk to try one today. We’d love to see you share a photo of your creation with #emucoffee

Did you know we already stock Jomeis’ Nutritional Latte range? Check it out HERE

With the increasing Covid travel restrictions in Sydney, we have introduced new contactless delivery & pick-up options.

- Contactless Click + Collect from Schofields (same day, no minimum spend). Most orders are ready in under 1.5hrs which means you don’t have to fear running out of coffee again! This is also a great excuse to get yourself our of the house for a walk in the sunshine & take a break from Zoom calls or home-schooling. When your order is ready, we will send you an SMS confirming our pick-up address.

- Click + Collect from The Rusty Flute in Bella Vista (next day service, Mon-Sat). Place your order by 5pm for next day pick-up between 9am & 1pm. The Rusty Flute Cafe is open Monday to Saturday and is located off Lexington Drive, next to Chatkazz and across the road from Frangos. While you’re at The Rusty Flute, we recommend grabbing a halloumi roll for brunch & a milkshake for the kids while you’re there. They also stock a large range of our merchandise including Swag Bags.

- Can’t make it to either pick-up point or want to send someone a gift? We offer free delivery on all orders over $20 Australia Wide. If you know of a great cafe or independent grocer near you, please let us know about us as we’re looking for new stockists. Better yet, tell the owner you want to buy Emu Coffee products from them.

Got a question? We would love to hear from you HERE

Do you know the best way to store your fresh coffee beans? We’ve heard some weird & wonderful ideas over the years.

The best way to keep your coffee fresh is to store it in a light proof and air-proof container in a cool, dry place. 

Have you ever noticed the little circle ‘thingy’ that looks like a plug on the top of our coffee bags? It’s actually a one way air valve. It lets air escape out of the bag & doesn’t let fresh air back in. You can keep and reuse your 250g coffee bags to store your coffee & if your coffee habit has seen you upgrade to the 1kg bags, they aren’t resealable but you can always decant it into some 250g bags with a seal. If you need a spare 250g bag, let us know when you order your next kilo. You may also want to invest in a more permanant storage container.

What temperature do you store your coffee at? Ambient, in your kitchen cupboard is best. Coffee doesn’t like to be stored in the freezer as it’s great at absorbing moisture and the other flavours around it. 

Ready to take it to the next level? If you have a grinder at home or can afford to invest in a small hand grinder then do it. Coffee is best served freshly ground. Did you know we can also grind your coffee freshly for you?

Do you have any extra questions or comments? DM or email us today. We’d love to see photos of your home set-up, remember to use #emucoffee in your post.

Our #2 Seller - Plucking Strong Swag Bags in 10 packs & 30 packs tie for 2nd place. 

You asked us for STRONG coffee, well this blend is plucking strong! Wake up with the jolt you need to get yourself through the day with this blend from Ethiopia, Colombia & Brazil.

Plucking Strong is a solid performer that works well for both black coffees and delivers a solid cut through with milk. It’s also awesome for lovers of Butterball Coffee aka Keto diet coffee.

This is no ‘burn & bag’ supermarket coffee (yuk), Plucking Strong is the read deal - 100% Speciality Grade, Arabica Coffee. It’s roasted by a small, family business in North West Sydney. Speaking of supermarket coffee, you deserve better. Check out our whole beans available in 250g & 1kg bags.

Emu Coffee’s brew bags a.k.a Swag Bags are the ultra convenient choice because there’s absolutely no brewing equipment required and they can be used anywhere you have access to hot water; at home, the office, camping trips or weekend sports with the kids.

Emu Coffee is a Female led business. Our Managing Director, Berenice Walker started Emu Coffee in 2019. She prides herself on supporting small, Australian Businesses wherever possible. 

This includes our various Coffee Roasters who have many years’ experience and a great love for their work and their product. We make these beautiful, boutique coffee beans available to you - our cafe partners and direct to consumers through our website. 

Berenice joined Australia’s largest and fastest growing coffee franchise in the early 2000s. Over a 10 year period, Berenice worked across most aspects of the business, overseeing franchising, leasing, store construction and project management, marketing innovations, brand repositioning, new product development and customer loyalty. You can view her full profile on LinkedIn here. Thanks for you support.

Clipped Wings is our reduced caffeine blend (about 50%) crafted from beautiful single origin Brazilian beans.

Our Founder, Berenice Walker created Clipped Wings after being told she had to limit her caffeine intake during pregnancy. 

If you have a caffeine sensitivity, are pregnant, breast feeding or just want to reduce your caffeine intake without giving up coffee then, Clipped Wings is for you. Clipped Wings is a medium roast, single origin bean from Brasil. Half the beans have been naturally decaffeinated using the Mexican Mountain Water decaffeination process. 

Go on, have that 3pm coffee. This blend gives you permission to have a late afternoon pick me up or an extra coffee without wondering if you will be counting emus tonight. This bean also makes a great espresso martini!

Clipped Wings comes in 250g or 1kg bags of whole beans, ground fresh to order. You can also purchase in eco-friendly Nespresso® compatible coffee capsules (1st Gen) or our Ultra Convenient Swag Bags.