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A Starbucks Frappuccino drink to wake you up

15 Starbucks Drinks That Will Really Wake You Up

February 25, 2023July 25, 2022

If you need a Starbucks drink to WAKE you up, it really comes down to the caffeine content. Here’s a list of the BEST caffeine-packed drinks Starbucks offers.

Categories Learn
Espresso machine on the left and Nespresso machine on the right

How To Decide Between Espresso And Nespresso

June 4, 2023July 23, 2022

Nespresso is all about quickness and convenience. Espresso machines are more about art and craft.

Categories Brewing
Evaporated milk being poured in coffee

Why You Should Try Evaporated Milk in Coffee

May 22, 2023July 11, 2022

Evaporated milk enhances your coffee in a different way than regular milk. Here’s how.

Categories Learn
Barista serving frappuccino after learning what java chips are

What Are Java Chips? Everything You Need To Know

October 16, 2022July 11, 2022

Ever tried a Starbucks Frappuccino and wondered what those little java chips are? Here’s what you need to know.

Categories Learn
One of the best AeroPress accessories

Best Accessories To Get The Most Out Of Your AeroPress

June 4, 2023July 5, 2022

Looking for AeroPress accessories to enhance your coffee-making experience? Here’s a list of the BEST ones you can find right now.

Categories Gear
Cup of colada coffee

Colada Coffee: What It Is and How To Make It

May 22, 2023July 5, 2022

Colada coffee is a Cuban tradition that combines history, great coffee and happy social gatherings.

Categories Brewing, Coffee Drinks
Thai coffee instead of Vietnamese coffee

Thai Coffee vs. Vietnamese Coffee: Differences You Need To Know

October 16, 2022June 27, 2022

Thai coffee and Vietnamese coffee have some similarities, but there are some important differences you need to know about before you try brewing them.

Categories Brewing, Coffee Drinks
Glasses of amaretto liqueur that can work as liquors for coffee

Liquors for Coffee: Go Beyond The Baileys

June 2, 2023June 27, 2022

These GREAT liquors for coffee can give your coffee beverage the KICK you’re looking for.

Categories Brewing, Coffee Drinks
A quiet coffee grinder next to coffee beans

Quiet Coffee Grinders That Won’t Wake Up The House

October 16, 2022June 20, 2022

We look at the best quiet coffee grinders on the market right now, and one that is quieter than all others.

Categories Gear
Top view of a moka pot looking into the brewing chamber as it fills up with coffee

How to Brew Moka Pot Coffee in 8 Easy Steps

April 8, 2023June 19, 2022

Using a moka pot is easier than you think. Here’s how we get great coffee out of our little moka pot every single time.

Categories Brewing, Brewing Tips
Flat white coffee

Differences Between A Flat White And A Cappuccino

May 22, 2023June 12, 2022

The flat white and cappuccino began as two distinct drinks, but these days coffee shops tend to blur the line.

Categories Coffee Drinks, Learn
A cortado on the left and a latte on the right

Comparing the Cortado and the Latte

September 1, 2022June 12, 2022

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.

Categories Coffee Drinks
Trying to choose between latte and mocha

Chocolate Is The Difference Between a Latte and a Mocha

June 5, 2022

If all those fancy drinks look the same to you, just know that chocolate is the big difference between a latte and a mocha.

Categories Coffee Drinks
Turkish coffee Cezve, cup and beans

The 5 Best Turkish Coffee Grinders On The Market

June 5, 2022

Turkish coffee is a unique style of coffee that requires a special grinder to make. Here we look at the best Turkish coffee grinders available.

Categories Gear
A bone dry cappuccino

A Bone Dry Cappuccino Doesn’t Need Your Steamed Milk

June 13, 2022June 5, 2022

You’ve heard of dry white wine, a dry martini, even dry humor, but what on earth is a bone dry cappuccino?

Categories Coffee Drinks
Drip coffee on the left and French press coffee on the right

Drip Coffee vs. French Press as an Everyday Brewing Method

June 4, 2023June 5, 2022

Drip coffee and French press are both easy to make, but quite different to drink.

Categories Brewing
Scooping organic coffee into a filter

Here’s What Makes Organic Coffee Different

June 4, 2023May 29, 2022

Let’s take a look at the benefits of organic coffee vs. non-organic coffee.

Categories Learn
blonde roast coffee beans in a glass dish next to other different roasts

Blonde Roast Coffee Might Be Your New Favorite

June 2, 2023May 29, 2022

Blonde roast is a term popularized by Starbucks that refers to coffee roasted just up to first crack.

Categories Beans, Learn
Yama Vacpot vacuum coffee maker

The 5 Best Siphon (Vacuum) Coffee Makers On The Market

May 29, 2022

Your coffee needs vacuuming. Let us point you toward the best siphon coffee brewers on the market.

Categories Gear
A moka pot and a French press side by side

Moka Pot And French Press Are Two Wildly Different Brewers

May 13, 2023May 29, 2022

Expand your coffee-brewing repertoire to include the Moka pot or French press, two very different brewers that are both able to make great coffee.

Categories Brewing
Dark roast and medium roast coffee beans

Comparing a Dark Roast to a Medium Roast

May 11, 2023May 28, 2022

Learn how the degree of roasting affects the chemistry of a coffee bean, and most importantly the taste.

Categories Beans, Learn
Espresso in a white ceramic cup

How To Drink Espresso Just Like They Do In Italy

June 17, 2022May 28, 2022

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.

Categories Brewing, Coffee Drinks, Learn
A white cup of Aeropress espresso

How To Make ‘Espresso’ With AeroPress

September 1, 2022May 28, 2022

You can’t really make espresso with an AeroPress, but we’ll show you how to get the strongest, most full-bodied cup you can.

Categories Brewing
Map of the world showing regions near the equator where coffee is grown

The Coffee Belt Countries and Their Coffees

May 17, 2023May 27, 2022

The Coffee Belt is the metaphoric name given to that strip of the globe between the tropics where most of the world’s coffee grows.

Categories Beans, Learn
Oily coffee beans

Oily Coffee Beans Aren’t Necessarily a Bad Sign

May 22, 2023May 25, 2022

If you’ve ever encountered oily coffee beans, you may have wondered why some have that shiny surface while others appear dry. What’s the story? And is it a feature or a bug?

Categories Beans, Learn
Instant coffee on a picnic table at a campsite

How to Make Your Instant Coffee Taste Better

May 17, 2023May 25, 2022

Instant coffee usually doesn’t taste great, but sometimes it’s all you’ve got. We have nine suggestions for making instant coffee taste better.

Categories Brewing, Brewing Tips
Two-page spread in Everything But Espresso by Scott Rao

Best Books About Coffee: 21 Essential Reads

May 22, 2023May 24, 2022

The more you learn about coffee, the more you want to know. We’ve picked 21 of the greatest books about coffee for those who want to dive deep.

Categories Learn
Split image with a closeup of the Baratza Encore on the left and the Baratza Virtuoso+ on the right

Is The Baratza Virtuoso Worth It Over The Encore?

June 3, 2023May 24, 2022

The Baratza Virtuoso+ will run you about $100 more than its little brother, the Encore. Learn what you get for the extra money.

Categories Gear
Mr. Coffee 12 Cup Programmable Coffee Maker

5 Coffee Makers Under $50 You Can Count On

May 23, 2022

Even the best coffee makers under $50 won’t last as long as their more expensive cousins, but you shouldn’t have to compromise on taste or ease of use.

Categories Brewing, Gear
Rancilio Silvia on the left and Gaggia Classic Pro on the right

Rancilio Silvia vs. Gaggia Classic Pro: Which One is For You?

May 17, 2023May 23, 2022

The Rancilio Silvia and Gaggia Classic Pro are entry-level contenders that are among the best espresso machines in their class and include many features found in higher-end models.

Categories Gear
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