The best espresso machines for beginners at each price point
Espresso machines for beginners can be had for as little as $100, or close to $1000 if you want to aim high.
11 of the best coffee scenes from movies
We encourage coffee scenes in movies whenever they can be squeezed into the script. Here, movie podcaster Jordan Bowman rounds up his 11 favorites.
De’Longhi vs. Saeco: A super-automatic espresso showdown
For many, the choice of a super-automatic espresso machine comes down to De’Longhi vs. Saeco—two global household brands that design well for the home user.
10 low acid coffee brands to settle your stomach
Low acid coffee brands can help alleviate the problems coffee causes for some people, such as acid reflux or damage to tooth enamel.
How to use a moka pot to make great coffee
We take you step-by-step through the process of brewing with a device that’s simpler than it seems.
The difference between a latte and a mocha
If you’re the type who usually sticks with a straight cup of coffee, those fancy drinks may all look the same to you. Here’s how you tell a latte from a mocha.
How to brew great coffee with a drip coffee maker
If you’re getting into at-home coffee brewing for the first time, or just not getting the kind of cup you want, these steps will help.
How to decide between espresso and Nespresso
Nespresso is all about quickness and convenience. Espresso machines are more about art and craft.
The best coffee scales for dialing in your pour-over
Precise measurements and timing can take your coffee to the next level. Each of these five scales will help.
10 grind-and-brew coffee makers worth a look
You should always brew from freshly ground beans, and these machines make it so much easier by combining grinder and brewer into a single unit.
The differences between drip coffee and French press
It’s easy to make drip coffee or French press, but much harder to decide which is your favorite.
Deciding between the Breville Infuser and Barista Express
The built-in grinder on the Barista Express is the key feature separating these two semi-automatic home espresso machines from Breville.
How to make iced coffee out of hot coffee
It’s a hot summer day but you still need your caffeine. Here’s how to turn that pot of freshly brewed joe into cool iced coffee.
Eight of the best bean-to-cup coffee machines
They grind. They brew. They froth milk. Is there anything these eight magnificent bean-to-cup coffee machines can’t do?
Data visualization shows countries with highest-rated coffees
Data analyst Cédric Scherer plotted more than 1,000 coffee reviews on a graph to see which countries have the highest-rated coffees.
Why is coffee called java?
When the colonial Dutch decided to cultivate their own coffee, they chose a tiny island in what is now Indonesia.
The 5 best moka pot coffee makers
Bialetti isn’t the only name in moka pots, but the Italian icon has three of the top five models on our list.
How to drink espresso the Italian way
For millions of people, the word espresso signifies little more than an extra boost of caffeine. That’s a shame, as it is one of the purest and most flavorful coffee experiences you can have.
5 of the best espresso machines for under $2000
We present five espresso machines that would be worth your $2000 investment—and one clear winner.
In search of the best Bunn coffee maker
Bunn has been synonymous with American coffee makers since the 1840s. Today, five of their models stand out above the rest.
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.
Everything you need to know about the Frappuccino
No drink speaks of caffeine-laden, sugary decadence quite like the Insta-worthy Frappuccino. But if you’re a coffee traditionalist, it might require a little explanation.
Moka pot vs. French press: Which is your next go-to brew?
Moka pot and French press are logical next steps when you’re ready to move on from your conventional drip coffee machine.
An easy recipe for cold brew coffee in a mason jar
Don’t think cold brew coffee is complicated just because you’ve never tried it before. All you need is a mason jar and time.
The 7 best thermal carafe coffee makers
We examined seven of the best thermal carafe coffee makers and found our favorite. Maybe it will be yours, too.
The Mastrena espresso machine is a coffee lover’s white whale
Unfortunately, this white whale hangs out only with the mermaids at Starbucks.
What is a bone dry cappuccino?
You’ve heard of dry white wine, a dry martini, even dry humor, but what on earth is a bone dry cappuccino?
How to use a coffee plunger, or French press
If you can dial in your brewing method, a coffee plunger produces a silky, flavorful, full-bodied beverage you just can’t get any other way.
Is that a cortado or a latte? Here’s how to tell
Like their respective home countries of Spain and Italy, the cortado and latte have a few things in common—but you don’t want to get them mixed up.
Deciding between the Baratza Encore and Virtuoso+
Our tale of two coffee grinders helps you sort out the key differences between the entry-level Baratza Encore and its big brother, the Virtuoso+.