Homemade Mocha Recipes that Rival Any Coffee Shop
Making your own mocha from scratch can satisfy your craving for this chocolatey coffee beverage without leaving you penniless.
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6 of the Cheapest Ways to Make Coffee
If you’re a coffee fanatic on a budget, finding cheap ways to make coffee can be difficult. Here we rank some options starting with the cheapest.
The Pros and Cons of Brewing Coffee with an AeroPress
The AeroPress has a “hipster” reputation as a favorite amongst baristas and coffee geeks, but it’s a quick, easy way to make delicious coffee in any home.
The Difference Between a Ristretto and Long Shot, or Lungo
A ristretto and a long shot are both espresso, but a ristretto uses less water and a shorter extraction time to create a more concentrated shot than a regular espresso. A long shot uses more water and a longer extraction time to create a less concentrated coffee.
How to Make Cold Foam at Home
Microfoam has always been a nice way to top off a cappuccino. Now you can switch to cold foam and get the same smooth, creamy experience atop iced coffee.
How to Make Coffee in the Microwave
Many of the microwave coffee brewing methods we describe here can be executed using items you already have in your home.
How To Make Coffee Without A Filter
Waking up in anticipation of a coffee and realizing you have no filter is frustrating. But don’t worry, you probably have many alternatives in front of you.
How To Keep Your Chemex Coffee Warm
The downside of delicious Chemex coffee is trying to figure out how to keep it hot. Here are some solutions.
Turn Up The Temperature Of Your Nespresso
Nespresso machines produce reliably hot water, but at a relatively low temperature. We have some tips for enjoying Nespresso coffee at the temperatures you want.
Choosing Between Pour-Over And Automatic Drip Coffee
Pour-over coffee offers a more hands-on approach than automatic drip coffee, and transforms a mindless daily routine into more of a ritual.
How To Become A Barista, According To The Pros
Want a career in coffee—or at least a job? Baristas who have been there share their tips for getting ahead of the game.
What Size Inverter Do You Need For A Coffee Pot?
A simple formula can tell you what size inverter you need for your coffee pot: Find out the coffee maker’s wattage use, and then add 20 per cent on top of that.
Coffee Station Ideas For Your Small Space
A custom coffee station with everything at your fingertips makes the morning routine easier, but not everyone has a sprawling suburban kitchen.
Why Your Coffee Tastes Bitter (And How To Fix It)
Coffee, like many plants, contains bitter tasting components as a protection mechanism. A little bitterness in your coffee is fine, but it can be unpleasant when it begins to dominates your coffee’s flavor profile.
Adding Salt To Coffee Can Bring Its Flavors Alive
Adding a pinch of salt to your coffee can counteract bitterness and also bring you some slight health benefits.
Coffee Measurements FAQ
We answer all your questions about coffee measurements, and how to get just the right ratio of coffee to water so you can brew the perfect pot at any volume.
How To Use Your Nespresso Machine
You find yourself face-to-face with a Nespresso machine and you’re not sure what to do next. Learn how to use a Nespresso machine, whether it came with the Airbnb or you just bought it yourself.
Moka Pot Vs. Aeropress: Which Should You Choose?
Both the moka pot and the AeroPress brewing systems use small amounts of pressure to deliver a taste that’s almost espresso-like.
Japanese-Style Iced Coffee Is The Freshest Cold Coffee You Can Make
Japanese iced coffee involves brewing coffee using hot water, directly onto ice. The freshness of the brew is what sets it apart. In minutes, you can have the perfect cup of iced coffee.
Your French Press Provides An Easy Way To Make Cold Brew
Cold brew can seem like a complicated beverage best left to Starbucks or specialty coffee shops, but French press cold brew is quite easy to make your own.
A Breve Coffee Is Like A Thicker, Richer Latte
We’re all familiar with the ever-popular latte, but let us introduce you to the breve coffee—a similar drink that you might like even better.
A Red Eye Coffee Can Overcome Almost Any Morning
Red eye coffee is popular among those who need a powerful caffeine fix to keep them wide awake. It’s a simple drink to make, which makes it perfect for the occasion it’s intended for: a foggy-headed morning.
How To Make Perfect Chemex Coffee Every Time
The Chemex is as simple and elegant a coffee brewer as you will find. It also makes terrific coffee when done right. Here we walk you through our process.
Aeropress Vs. French Press: What Are The Differences?
When the purchase of a coffee maker comes down to Aeropress vs. French press, you’ll find passionate advocates on both sides of the debate.
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.
Over-Extracted Coffee Leaves A Bitter Taste In Your Mouth
Over-extracted coffee is the result of drawing too much out of your coffee grounds, going well beyond the balanced extraction that produces ideal flavor.
Can You Heat Cold Brew Coffee?
Yes, you can heat cold brew coffee. It is concentrated, so adding hot water simply heats it up and dilutes it to make it more like a typical cup of coffee.
Cowboy Coffee Will Take You Back To The Frontier
Cowboy coffee is a nostalgic comfort drink that touches on American tradition and hearkens back to frontier days. Let’s learn how to make it.
How To Make Your Coffee Stronger
Using more beans, changing up your brewing method or selecting a darker roast are all things you can do to give yourself stronger coffee.
How To Brew Coffee With A Hario V60
Our guide to brewing coffee with a Hario V60 will help demystify the pour-over coffee method.