Single-origin coffee vs. blends
We explain the differences, and why neither is necessarily better. In the end, you’ll probably want to try both.
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Free pour latte art designs that belong in a gallery
If you want to expand your repertoire of free pour latte art designs beyond hearts and tulips, we have some ideas for you.
Coffee trivia to amaze your friends and delight total strangers
Learn 31 fascinating facts about coffee, including the name of Starbucks’ first café and which country drinks the most per capita.
Make espresso with AeroPress—or die trying
Let us teach you how to get the strongest, most full-bodied cup you possibly can out of your AeroPress.
How to make instant coffee taste better
Knowing how to make instant coffee taste better can ease the pain of some unfortunate situations. We share a few ideas about how to do it.
The difference between an Americano and brewed coffee
They look similar at a glance, but very different brewing methods make the Americano taste quite unlike brewed coffee.
15 reasons your coffee tastes bad and how to fix it
Is it your beans, your water, your equipment or your process? Read on and we’ll help you find out.
Tips for new baristas, from people who made a career of it
We asked 13 top baristas and coffee professionals for their advice on the best path to a career in coffee.
How to use a large coffee percolator
Many situations call for huge amounts of coffee—not just Monday mornings.
The 5 best single serve coffee makers without pods
The search for a single serve coffee maker becomes a little more challenging if you don’t want pods. Here we present the best options in both manual and automatic brewers.
Chemex vs. Hario V60: Which should you choose?
Let’s go over what distinguishes the two pour-over brewers from each other, so you can choose the one that’s right for you.
9 great Valentine’s Day gift ideas for the coffee lover in your life
Coffee is more than a beverage, it’s a passion. Help your sweetheart indulge their passion with one of these great Valentine’s gifts for coffee lovers.
Our picks for the best coffee Kickstarters of 2019
Which of this year’s crowdfunded inventions will become mainstays in the kitchens of coffee lovers for years to come? We’re betting on these.
The 7 best hand pull espresso machines for a range of budgets
Find out which hand pull machine can make you high-end espresso at the lowest price point—or just splurge on the very best.
Nespresso Inissia vs. Essenza Mini: Which should you choose?
You can now find bargains on the discontinued Nespresso Inissia, but how does it compare to its replacement, the Essenza Mini?
Q&A with Ted Kallmyer, editor of Caffeine Informer
Caffeine Informer has become the go-to source for coffee lovers who want to know how much caffeine they’re pumping into their system—and whether it’s safe
What is Arabica coffee? All about the bean that conquered the world
Arabica coffee is the species that today delivers 60 per cent of all coffee beans sold worldwide. Here’s how it happened.
Does coffee strength mean more caffeine?
Researchers found the answer by brewing coffee several different ways: espresso, moka pot, French press, pour-over, AeroPress and cold brew.
15 foods that go well with your coffee
We cover the classics, but also slip in a couple of sandwiches you might not expect.
Coffee species around the world at risk from climate change
Coffee species are particularly vulnerable to extinction because they occur in a small number of small geographic ranges.
Why do I get a headache when I haven’t had any coffee?
Caffeine is our favourite drug. But if we miss out on our fix, it can be a real headache, in more ways than one.
What is French roast coffee?
The English came up with the name, and it has nothing to do with where the beans were grown. Here’s all you need to know about French roast coffee.
The best home coffee roasters, from novice to semi-pro
Rather than choose just one, we pick a model for the novice, the intermediate roaster, the advanced roaster, and the semi-pro.
Dark roast vs. medium roast: The differences you’ll notice
Learn how the degree of roasting affects the chemistry of a coffee bean, and most importantly the taste.
Coffee roasting for beginners: It’s easier than you think
We’ll cover the basics, tell you what you need to get started, and introduce you to two easy methods.
