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Every year brings a new round of special events and occasions when we want to give a gift to show someone that we care. It could be for a birthday or anniversary, Mother's Day, Father's Day, and don't forget St Valentine's Day! It's always nice when we can think of something a bit more original. A Coffee-Direct.co.uk Coffee Gift Hamper could be the perfect choice on such occasions, for coffee connoisseurs or novices alike, to give them a selection of their favourites or an opportunity to taste coffees they may never have tried before. Attractively presented in stylish packaging, each hamper contains an assortment of delicious coffees in individual packs, to suit all tastes and preferences.

Swiss Water Decaffeinated Coffee is perfect for those who want to enjoy a full and flavoursome cup without the effects of caffeine, and feel happy to know it's been processed in a natural, environmentally-friendly way, with no added chemicals. The Swiss Water Decaffeination Process was pioneered in Switzerland in the 1930s, but it wasn't until 1980 that it was developed for commercial use by the company Coffex S.A. Today, Swiss Water Decaffeinated Coffee is processed at a facility near Vancouver, Canada, where premium coffee beans are sent from around the world, to be decaffeinated and distributed to coffee roasters worldwide.

Blue Mountain Jamaica Coffee is regarded as one of the most exclusive and sought-after coffees in the world. Grown high in the majestic Blue Mountains of Jamaica, the climate and growing conditions here produce beans that develop and mature slowly, giving them their rich, full-bodied taste and unique character. They are renowned for their delicate mild and mellow flavours and lack of bitterness. They carry a subtle sweetness that make Blue Mountain Jamaica Coffee perfect to use as a luxury ingredient in desserts. It is also used in cocktails and is the flavour base of the liqueur, Tia Maria.

For thousands of years people have derived pleasure from drinking coffee. This flavoursome beverage with its delightful aroma is often the first thought of the morning, and the perfect way to kickstart the day. As well as having a reputation for boosting energy, drinking coffee is thought to help improve memory, mood and concentration. Coffee beans also contain high levels of antioxidants and other compounds that are believed to offer health benefits for a number of common medical conditions. Coffee is one of the world's most important commodities. It is consumed worldwide, and its production provides employment for millions. Throughout history it has been the subject of folklore, customs and myths, and in many cultures coffee houses and cafes have provided a hub for people to meet and an opportunity to socialise.

Monsoon Malabar coffee is one of the most popular coffees produced in India for the international market, and for many years has been considered a speciality. The history of when coffee was first grown in India goes back as far as the 17th Century.