Heavy Whipping Cream Belongs In Your Coffee
Heavy whipping cream is great in a cup of coffee, but you shouldn’t use it exactly as you use milk.
Brewing
The 3 Best Coffee Refractometers out There Right Now
We’ve narrowed down the best refractometers to the VST LAB Coffee III, the Atago PAL-Coffee, and the DiFluid refractometer. We’ll help you pick one.
Do You Actually Need a Gooseneck Kettle for Pour-Over Coffee?
You don’t need a gooseneck kettle to make pour-over coffee, but it really helps if you want to make the best brew possible. Here’s why.
AeroPress Champions Share Their Secrets
I recently had an opportunity to pick the brains of dozens of world-class AeroPress brewers when the 14th World AeroPress Championship came to Vancouver.
Moccamaster Beats Bonavita for Quality, But Not Price
The Technivorm Moccamaster costs nearly twice as much as a Bonavita coffee maker because you’re paying for hand-built quality and a five-year warranty.
What It’s Like To Own a Technivorm Moccamaster
The Technivorm Moccamaster is solid, stylish, and brews coffee that can compete with a carefully crafted pour-over.
Which Moccamaster Should You Buy? A Decision-Making Guide
We explain the most important feature choices that should guide your decision, and steer you toward the right model based on your choices.
French Press Grind Size Should Be Coarse and Consistent
A typical French press grind, usually requiring the coarsest setting on your grinder, should resemble coarse salt or breadcrumbs. Don’t grind too fine!
The Correct French Press Water Temperature is Simple to Achieve
You should brew French press coffee at a temperature between 195 and 205 degrees Fahrenheit. This refers to the temperature of the slurry.
The French Press Ratio You Should Be Aiming For
The best guideline for a French press ratio is somewhere between 1:12 and 1:16 coffee to water. Here’s how the ratio affects the flavor of your coffee.
9 Best Espresso Machines Under $300
To get great value for money in a home espresso machine, you first need to look in the mirror.
TikTok Starbucks Drinks You’ll Want to Try Today
Ready to explore the fun TikTok Starbucks drinks that are going viral? The best viral drinks are creative, complicated, and definitely not on the menu.
French Press Coffee: The Complete Guide
French press coffee is rich, flavorful, and easier to make than you might think. Our complete guide tells you everything you need to know.
How Long To Steep French Press: The Ideal Brew Time
The ideal brew time for a French press is four minutes, but some factors might require you to adjust that steep time. Here’s what you need to know.
7 Great Espresso Grinders You Can Get For Under $500
The truth is that no grinder can do it all, but these are our seven favorite espresso grinders under $500.
How To Decide Between Espresso And Nespresso
Nespresso is all about quickness and convenience. Espresso machines are more about art and craft.
Why You Should Try the AeroPress Inverted Method
The AeroPress is nifty enough as it is, but this simple inverted method can give your AeroPress coffee an espresso-like edge.
Colada Coffee: What It Is and How To Make It
Colada coffee is a Cuban tradition that combines history, great coffee and happy social gatherings.
Thai Coffee vs. Vietnamese Coffee: Differences You Need To Know
Thai coffee and Vietnamese coffee have some similarities, but there are some important differences you need to know about before you try brewing them.
Liquors for Coffee: Go Beyond The Baileys
These GREAT liquors for coffee can give your coffee beverage the KICK you’re looking for.
Timing Espresso Shots Right Can Produce a Perfect Pull
Timing your espresso shots right can be the difference between a perfect pull and a bitter cup.
How to Brew Moka Pot Coffee in 8 Easy Steps
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.
The Best Coffee Beans for Brewing Espresso
You can find many of the best espresso beans online today, and be brewing great espresso within a week.
The AeroPress and French Press Are Less Alike Than You Think
The AeroPress has its fanatics, but the French press has stood the test of time. Let’s take a look at the differences.
Yes, You Can Heat Cold Brew Coffee (And You Should!)
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.
What Is Piccolo Coffee? Here’s What You Need To Know
The piccolo latte began as a coffee roaster’s tool, allowing the roaster to sample how different roasts express themselves when mixed with milk.
How To Aerate Coffee the RIGHT Way
Aerating your coffee is simple, fun, inexpensive, and can open up a new depth of flavors to explore.
Differences Between A Flat White And A Cappuccino
The flat white and cappuccino began as two distinct drinks, but these days coffee shops tend to blur the line.
Comparing the Cortado and the Latte
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.
Cold Brew vs. Iced Americano: Know the Differences
If you want to up your coffee game, you have to learn the differences between cold brew vs. iced Americano. Here’s everything you need to know.