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Shipley Do-Nuts Sold Again — But You Can Still Get the Original Coffee
Shipley Do-Nuts Sold Again — But You Can Still Get the Original Coffee

By Mills Duncan on Jul 29, 2025

Shipley Do-Nuts Sold Again — But You Can Still Get the Original Coffee Shipley Do-Nuts, a beloved Texas institution since 1936, has once again changed hands—this time landing with a California-based private ...

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Hico Texas Mural restoration
Hico Texas Mural restoration

By Lawton Duncan on Jun 30, 2025

☕ Bright & Early Again: A 1930s Coffee Mural Comes Back to Life in Hico, Texas If you’ve ever taken a stroll through downtown Hico, Texas, chances are you've noticed the charming brick buildings and old-...

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Mold Free Coffee
Mold Free Coffee

By Mills Duncan on Jun 09, 2025

Busting the Mold Myth: Bright and Early Coffee is Third-Party Certified Mold-Free (And Always Has Been) Lately, you've probably seen brands popping up claiming their coffee is "mold-free" — along with some p...

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The Rise of Flavored Coffees: Why Texans Love Texas Cinnamon and Southern Texas Pecan
The Rise of Flavored Coffees: Why Texans Love Texas Cinnamon and Southern Texas Pecan

By Mills Duncan on Mar 26, 2025

The Rise of Flavored Coffees: Why Texans Love Texas Cinnamon and Southern Texas Pecan In recent years, flavored coffees have taken the coffee world by storm. No longer just a seasonal treat or a novelty, the...

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Discover the Bold Flavor of Texas Cinnamon K-Cups by Bright and Early Coffee
Discover the Bold Flavor of Texas Cinnamon K-Cups by Bright and Early Coffee

By Mills Duncan on Mar 25, 2025

Discover the Bold Flavor of Texas Cinnamon K-Cups by Bright and Early Coffee If you're searching for the perfect Texas Cinnamon K-Cups, look no further than Bright and Early Coffee. As the original Texas cof...

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stack of Bright and Early coffee cans infront of HEB n the 1950s
A Legacy of Texas Coffee

By Mills Duncan on Mar 13, 2025

Duncan Coffee is the oldest coffee company in Texas, deeply rooted in the state’s rich coffee history. Founded in the early 1900s, it set the standard for bold, flavorful coffee, including the iconic Maryland Club brand. Through innovation and dedication to freshness, Duncan Coffee shaped the Texas coffee industry and continues its legacy today under the Bright and Early Coffee name. Still family-run by the descendants of its founders, Duncan Coffee remains a true Texas tradition, delivering quality and craftsmanship in every cup. 4o

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Houston 75 annual Thanksgiving day parade

By Mills Duncan on Dec 03, 2024

Bright and Early Coffee Celebrates Houston’s 75th Annual Parade with a Historic Presence This year’s Houston 75th Annual Parade was an event to remember, not only because of its vibrant floats, diverse parti...

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What grind size is right for you?
What grind size is right for you?

By Mills Duncan on Dec 03, 2024

Which Grind Size Is Best for You? Espresso, French Press, Regular Grind, or Coarse? When it comes to brewing the perfect cup of coffee, one of the most crucial factors is choosing the right grind si...

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Loring roasters
Loring roasters

By Mills Duncan on Dec 03, 2024

How Roasting on a Loring Roaster Has Transformed Our Operation for the Better At Bright and Early Coffee, we’ve always been passionate about crafting the perfect cup of coffee for our customers. For over 70 ...

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History of Duncan coffee Company from Coca Cola documents
History of Duncan coffee Company from Coca Cola documents

By Mills Duncan on Nov 21, 2024

History of Duncan coffee US expansion and merger with coca cola company

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How to brew using chemex
How to brew using chemex

By Mills Duncan on Dec 27, 2022

The Chemex is a type of pour-over coffee maker that is known for producing a clean, flavorful cup of coffee. To brew coffee using a Chemex, you will need the following items: Chemex coffee maker Chemex filt...

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what's the difference between Arabica and Robusta?
what's the difference between Arabica and Robusta?

By Mills Duncan on Dec 27, 2022

Coffee is a popular drink enjoyed by millions of people around the world, and there are two main types of coffee beans: Arabica and Robusta. While both types of coffee beans can be roasted and brewed to prod...

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