News/Blog Entries http://ohenryscoffees.com/ Thu, 12 Aug 2010 00:00:00 EST Infomedia ContentEdits http://ohenryscoffees.com/blogs/ohenrys/index.asp?action=ind&pub_id=823 We doubt you have previously tasted a coffee with this flavor profile. However, the story comes first. Hate. How many crimes against humanity have come from this? How many millions have died? In 1994, Rwanda was the international face of hate. Genocide nearly destroyed this African nation. Nearly one million ethnic Tutsi and moderate Hutu were murdered in just 100 days.... Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:00:00 EST 823 Coffee http://ohenryscoffees.com/blogs/ohenrys/index.asp?action=ind&pub_id=590 New Menu, New Storefront O'Henry's Coffees - Regions/Harbert Building   O'Henry's Coffees in the Regions/Harbert building downtown has introduced a new lunch menu as well as received a facelift.  This is O'Henry's second location in Birmingham and this year mark's its 10th Anniversary.... Mon, 26 Apr 2010 00:00:00 EST 590 Coffee Food http://ohenryscoffees.com/blogs/ohenrys/index.asp?action=ind&pub_id=585 Homewood O'Henry's Welcomes the NEW La Marzocco Espresso Machine!     Long awaited and much anticipated by the staff at O'Henry's in Homewood, the new GB5 La Marzocco espresso machine has finally arrived from Italy!   Hand-crafted especially for us, this shiny new espresso machine was custom built and shipped from Florence.... Tue, 20 Apr 2010 00:00:00 EST 585 Coffee Equipment http://ohenryscoffees.com/blogs/ohenrys/index.asp?action=ind&pub_id=570            Profiles in Coffee Tasting            State Spotlight: Kona, Hawaii     Hawaii, its islands made up of endless stretches of sandy beach, surfers catching "gnarly" waves, and volcanic mountains, is also home to a most prized coffee.... Tue, 13 Apr 2010 00:00:00 EST 570 Coffee http://ohenryscoffees.com/blogs/ohenrys/index.asp?action=ind&pub_id=520 Blue Bali Batur   When I say Bali your mind probably automatically starts dreaming about white, sandy beaches, crystal clear blue-green water, and luscious greenery at every glance. When I say coffee you probably don't even consider associating it with Bali. But, you can!   The island of Bali is just one of the numerous Indonesian islands.... Tue, 30 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST 520 Coffee Promotions http://ohenryscoffees.com/blogs/ohenrys/index.asp?action=ind&pub_id=489 Come join us this Friday, March 26th for a night of live music. Allison King, who performed in December, is coming back to play for us at Brookwood. The performance starts at 7 p.m and will last approximately an hour and a half.    A little background info: Allison King was raised in Florence, AL just acros the Tennessee River from the famous Muscle Shoals music sound.... Tue, 23 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST 489 Entertainment Music http://ohenryscoffees.com/blogs/ohenrys/index.asp?action=ind&pub_id=479 Normal 0 MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 st1\:*{behavior:url(#ieooui) } /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.... Tue, 9 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST 479 http://ohenryscoffees.com/blogs/ohenrys/index.asp?action=ind&pub_id=477 Normal 0 MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 st1\:*{behavior:url(#ieooui) } /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.... 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Mon, 15 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST 431 Coffee http://ohenryscoffees.com/blogs/ohenrys/index.asp?action=ind&pub_id=406 v\:* {behavior:url(#default#VML);} o\:* {behavior:url(#default#VML);} w\:* {behavior:url(#default#VML);} .shape {behavior:url(#default#VML);} Normal 0 MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 st1\:*{behavior:url(#ieooui) } /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.... Tue, 2 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST 406 Coffee http://ohenryscoffees.com/blogs/ohenrys/index.asp?action=ind&pub_id=375 v\:* {behavior:url(#default#VML);} o\:* {behavior:url(#default#VML);} w\:* {behavior:url(#default#VML);} .shape {behavior:url(#default#VML);} Normal 0 MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.... Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST 375 Coffee http://ohenryscoffees.com/blogs/ohenrys/index.asp?action=ind&pub_id=366 Claire has been a loyal guest at O'Henry's in Homewood for the past nine years, ever since she and her husband Ryan moved to Birmingham.  They are both New Orleans natives and moved here once they were married to pursue job opportunities.  Claire wanted to find a local coffee shop to support that was similar to that local vibe she got from the New Orleans shops.... Wed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST 366 Coffee O'Henry's Guests http://ohenryscoffees.com/blogs/ohenrys/index.asp?action=ind&pub_id=354 Once again O'Henry's at Brookwood will have live entertainment. Join us Saturday, January 30th at 7:30 p.m. to hear Birmingham native Alyssa Crisswell and her band sue scrofa.    Artist Bio: Birmingham, Alabama native Alyssa Crisswell started recording under the name Sue Scrofa in 2007.... Tue, 5 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST 354 Coffee Music http://ohenryscoffees.com/blogs/ohenrys/index.asp?action=ind&pub_id=323 Thanks to all of you who came out to listen! Below are some pictures from Allison's performance. Allison King was raised in Florence, AL just acros the Tennessee River from the famous Muscle Shoals music sound. Although the Swampers were before her time, there must have been something left over in the water because she took to music like it was her native tongue.... Mon, 28 Dec 2009 00:00:00 EST 323 Music http://ohenryscoffees.com/blogs/ohenrys/index.asp?action=ind&pub_id=290         Country Spotlight: Ethiopia   This past summer we started roasting a great single origin cofffee from Ethiopia: Ethiopian Yirgacheffe.  Single origin means one bean from one place.  A blend is two or more beans from different origins.... Tue, 8 Dec 2009 00:00:00 EST 290 Coffee http://ohenryscoffees.com/blogs/ohenrys/index.asp?action=ind&pub_id=247 O'Henry's Coffees has released Christmas Blend 2009 at all of our Birmingham locations. Christmas Blend has been a part of O'Henry's and Birmingham since it was first roasted in the store in 1993. Many people have forgotten that O'Henry's roasted in the front area of the store the first two years it was open.... Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST 247 Coffee http://ohenryscoffees.com/blogs/ohenrys/index.asp?action=ind&pub_id=171 The Birmingham News/City Scene has narrowed down the first round of votes for Birmingham's Best 2009. O'Henry's is in the top five for Best Coffeehouse. Please visit the following link to help us win the title of Birmingham's Best Coffeehouse again this year! http://blog.al.com/bn/2008/09/readers_choice_nominate_your_f.... Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST 171 http://ohenryscoffees.com/blogs/ohenrys/index.asp?action=ind&pub_id=169 The first batch of Pumpkin Spice cupcakes has arrived at O'Henry's in Homewood and O'Henry's in the Regions/Harbert building. A fall tradition, these cupcakes are made from scratch at our stores. Subtle hints of cinnamon and nutmeg can be tasted in every bite and each cupcake is topped with cream cheese frosting.... Mon, 5 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST 169 Food http://ohenryscoffees.com/blogs/ohenrys/index.asp?action=ind&pub_id=159 The Birmingham News and City Scene have once again come out with Birmingham's Best 2009. Nominations for your favorite coffeehouse can be submitted now through October 5th, 2009. From each category they will select the top five choices and votes will be cast again. To vote for O'Henry's Coffees click here: http://blog.... Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:00:00 EST 159 Coffee Promotions http://ohenryscoffees.com/blogs/ohenrys/index.asp?action=ind&pub_id=140 Normal 0 MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 st1\:*{behavior:url(#ieooui) } /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.... Mon, 21 Sep 2009 00:00:00 EST 140 http://ohenryscoffees.com/blogs/ohenrys/index.asp?action=ind&pub_id=130 Normal 0 MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 st1\:*{behavior:url(#ieooui) } /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.... Tue, 15 Sep 2009 00:00:00 EST 130 Coffee http://ohenryscoffees.com/blogs/ohenrys/index.asp?action=ind&pub_id=127 For Immediate Release                             Contact:  Randy Adamy Date: June 15, 2009                                                   205-945-8970 Birmingham, AL       O'Henry's Coffees has signed a lease to open a new location on the corner of the new Colonial Brookwood Center adjacent to Brookwood Village.... Wed, 17 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST 127 Coffee http://ohenryscoffees.com/blogs/ohenrys/index.asp?action=ind&pub_id=126 The first O'Henrys opened in 1993 in Homewood, AL On May 1st, Red Mountain Coffee Roasters will officially change its name to O’Henry’s Coffee Roasting Company. Red Mountain Coffee Roasters was formed in 1995 when O’Henry’s Coffees founder, Dr. Henry Bright, moved the “Little Red Roaster” out of the Homewood, Alabama retail location.... Tue, 21 Apr 2009 00:00:00 EST 126 Coffee http://ohenryscoffees.com/blogs/ohenrys/index.asp?action=ind&pub_id=125           O'Henry's Coffees in the Regions/Harbert building downtown has introduced a new lunch menu.           Guests can choose from several new items. The Parmesan Crusted Roast Beef sandwich features our own homemade parmesan flatbread and is loaded with roast beef, smoked cheddar cheese and horseradish mayo.... Mon, 26 Jan 2009 00:00:00 EST 125 Food http://ohenryscoffees.com/blogs/ohenrys/index.asp?action=ind&pub_id=122 In support for The Exceptional Foundation in Homewood, O'Henry's has been promoting The Bear Hug. With the purchase of that drink guests could enter their name in a drawing to win one of 16 prizes. The following is a list of winners. All prizes will be available for pick up at the O'Henry's in Homewood beginning Thursday, January 22nd.... Wed, 21 Jan 2009 00:00:00 EST 122 Promotions http://ohenryscoffees.com/blogs/ohenrys/index.asp?action=ind&pub_id=124      O'Henry's Coffees has released Valentine's Blend in all 4 Birmingham locations.      Valentine's Blend, a medium roast six bean blend with the flavors of Swiss Chocolate and Amaretto, is offered for one month out of the year. It will be brewed in our stores frequently as the flavored coffee of the day.... Wed, 21 Jan 2009 00:00:00 EST 124 Coffee http://ohenryscoffees.com/blogs/ohenrys/index.asp?action=ind&pub_id=121 From now through mid-January, O'Henry's Coffee is doing a promotion in support of The Exceptional Foundation in Homewood.  The promotion is called The Bear Hug. The Bear Hug ($3.95) is an espresso drink with Ghirardelli Chocolate, steamed milk and Monin cinnamon.  The Little Bear Hug ($3.... Tue, 16 Dec 2008 00:00:00 EST 121 Promotions http://ohenryscoffees.com/blogs/ohenrys/index.asp?action=ind&pub_id=120 Christmas Blend has been a part of O'Henry's and Birmingham since it was first roasted in the store in 1993.  Many people have forgotten that O'Henry's roasted in the front area of the store the first two years it was open.  Space became tight and the roaster was moved to west Homewood where it remains today under the name Red Mountain Coffee Roasters.... Wed, 12 Nov 2008 00:00:00 EST 120 Coffee http://ohenryscoffees.com/blogs/ohenrys/index.asp?action=ind&pub_id=119 In the winter of 2003, two managers with O’Henry’s Coffees approached the owners about coming up with a new coffee blend that would celebrate key growing regions of the world. In particular, they wanted to highlight coffees grown on the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro in Kenya. After much research and numerous cuppings (tastings), Kilimanjaro Sunrise was born.... Thu, 3 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST 119 Coffee http://ohenryscoffees.com/blogs/ohenrys/index.asp?action=ind&pub_id=118 In March of 2008 our Roastmaster, Mike, was able to take a trip to Costa Rica and visit many coffee farms in the region. Costa Rica is a beautiful country where coffee grows almost anywhere you go. It is a land of many microclimates and regions, but none stand out quite like the Tarrazu region.... Mon, 9 Jun 2008 00:00:00 EST 118 Travel http://ohenryscoffees.com/blogs/ohenrys/index.asp?action=ind&pub_id=117 The Big Yellow Bus   Pastor Fredy's church: La Concepcion in the village of Las Lomitas June 2007 - This article appeared in the summer of 2007. The total amount needed was raised! The bus was purchased and put in service in early 2008.... Tue, 20 May 2008 00:00:00 EST 117 Travel http://ohenryscoffees.com/blogs/ohenrys/index.asp?action=ind&pub_id=115 Date:      November 14, 2006 Contact: Randy Adamy (randy@ohenryscoffee.com)              205-945-8970 Subject: O'Henry's Coffees opens at Samford University The newest O'Henry's Coffees in Birmingham has just opened on the campus of Samford University.... Tue, 14 Nov 2006 00:00:00 EST 115 Coffee Food http://ohenryscoffees.com/blogs/ohenrys/index.asp?action=ind&pub_id=116 Date:  November 14, 2006 Contact: Randy Adamy Phone: 205-945-8970 Email: randy@ohenryscoffee.com O'Henry's Coffees has released Christmas Blend 2006 in all 4 Birmingham locations as well as the O'Henry's in Seacrest, Florida, 20 minutes east of Destin.... Tue, 14 Nov 2006 00:00:00 EST 116 Coffee http://ohenryscoffees.com/blogs/ohenrys/index.asp?action=ind&pub_id=114 The Birmingham News JO ELLEN O'HARA News staff writer Coffee beans will never be the same to Mary and Randy Adamy. When the couple decided to tour the coffee-growing regions of Colombia earlier this year, they knew it would broaden their knowledge of the product. After all, it provides their livelihood as owners of O'Henry's Coffees and Red Mountain Coffee Roasters.... Wed, 11 Oct 2006 00:00:00 EST 114 Coffee Travel http://ohenryscoffees.com/blogs/ohenrys/index.asp?action=ind&pub_id=113 Section: BUSINESS Page: 1-B  Roy L. Williams Samford University coffee lovers soon will be able to get a taste of O'Henry's brew. Homewood-based O'Henry's Coffees will begin operating in the Ralph W. Beeson University Center in August under a licensing agreement reached with Campus Dining, the private college's food service provider.... Sat, 6 May 2006 00:00:00 EST 113 Coffee Food http://ohenryscoffees.com/blogs/ohenrys/index.asp?action=ind&pub_id=112 For Immediate Release                                   Contact:  Randy Adamy Date: November 17, 2004                  205-945-8970     Birmingham, AL   O'Henry's Coffees announces the release of Anniversary Blend 2004.... Fri, 17 Dec 2004 00:00:00 EST 112 Coffee http://ohenryscoffees.com/blogs/ohenrys/index.asp?action=ind&pub_id=111 By Leigh Anne Monitor Birmingham Post-Herald 08-07-2002 Josh Kelly readies coffee beans for roasting at Red Mountain Coffee Roasters in Birmingham. The company roasts 54 different coffee varieties. Photo: Associated Press. BIRMINGHAM It gives a hint of nut in its rich aroma.... Wed, 7 Aug 2002 00:00:00 EST 111 Coffee http://ohenryscoffees.com/blogs/ohenrys/index.asp?action=ind&pub_id=110   by Sara Shepherd Birmingham's answer to Starbucks has acquired a new owner. Randy Adamy, the former president of Bruno's Lakeshore Foods, has purchased O'Henry's Coffee Inc. and its associated company, Red Mountain Coffee Roasters. "There were two reasons why I bought O'Henry's and Red Mountain Coffee Roasters," Adamy said.... Mon, 19 Apr 1999 00:00:00 EST 110 Coffee