Beverage Glossary

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Harsh: Tea - Liquors

An unattractive astringent taste caused by underwithered leaf or high firing

Heat Retaining Cup: Ancillary Products

Same as EPS cup.

Heavy: Tea - Liquors

A thick, strong and coloury liquor with limited briskness.

Hedge: Coffee Market

Trading futures contracts against contracts for physical commodities in order to fix a price and thus ensuring against market fluctuations.

Hidy: Espresso

A leather-like odour caused when too much heat is applied during the drying process and the beans’ fats break down.

High Fired: Tea - Liquors

Over fired, but not burnt.