5 More Coffee Brewing Variables To Balance
They might not be the first ones you think of, but time, temperature, technique, pressure and filtration are brewing variables worth conquering.
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Mastering the Coffee-to-Water Ratio
Transform your daily coffee into a masterpiece with the ideal coffee-to-water ratio – a simple tweak for extraordinary flavor.
The Role of Water in Brewing Great Coffee
It’s hard to overstate the importance of water, which makes up about 98.7% of your cup of coffee.
Long Shot vs Ristretto: What’s the Real Difference?
A ristretto uses less water and a shorter extraction time than a regular espresso, while a long shot uses more water and a longer extraction time.
5 Mistakes You’re Probably Making When You Froth Milk For Your Latte
Breeze past common milk frothing mistakes by following these five simple tips.
You’ll Never Guess What Finns Put In Their Coffee
An unusual Finnish coffee tradition that you can try yourself at home—with the right ingredient.
Why Are People Putting Olive Oil In Their Coffee?
Introducing the latest craze that’s sweeping the coffee-loving nation: olive oil in coffee.
The 9 Best Single Serve Coffee Makers Without Pods
The search for a single serve coffee maker becomes a bit more challenging if you don’t want pods.
This Bean To Cup Coffee Machine Is The Best
A bean-to-cup coffee machine will grind, brew, and usually froth your milk. Here are 11 machines that stand out among all others.
5 Foolproof Coffee Drinks That Even the Worst Cafes Can’t Mess Up
Five foolproof coffee drinks that even the most dubious cafes can’t mess up. Keep them in mind the next time you find yourself in uncharted coffee territory.
Chill Out with DIY Cold Brew: The Ultimate Guide to Making the Perfect Icy Coffee at Home
Follow our ultimate guide to making the perfect icy coffee at home and chill out with a glass of your very own cold brew.
These 7 Common Mistakes are Ruining Your Latte Art Masterpieces
We’ve all made these mistakes, and if you’re latte art isn’t turning out the way you want, maybe you are too.
Moka Pot Iced Coffee Made Easy
You can use your moka pot to brew strong coffee straight on top of ice cubes—and it’s delicious.
Sweet Coffee And How To Achieve It
Coffee’s smoky complexity mixes well with a variety of sweet stuff, from simple sugar and honey to flavored syrups and spices.
How to Use Fine Ground Coffee in a French Press
A fine grind can still work in a French press, but you might have to adjust your ratio and immersion time, or use a secondary filter.
Helping You Find The Best Electric Coffee Percolator
An electric coffee percolator extracts bold, comforting flavors from your beans, making it a tasty and hassle-free choice for coffee lovers.
WDT for Espresso: Better Distribution, Better Extraction
The Weiss Distribution Technique isn’t as fancy as it sounds: Use a simple tool to stir your grounds in the portafilter and get rid of clumps.
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.
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.
How a Gooseneck Kettle Improves Your 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
We picked the brains of the finalists at the 14th World AeroPress Championship in Vancouver.
Moccamaster Beats Bonavita for Quality, But Not Price
The Technivorm Moccamaster’s hand-built quality and five-year warranty raise the price to nearly double that of a Bonavita coffee maker.
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 should resemble coarse salt or breadcrumbs. Don’t grind too fine!
The Correct French Press Water Temperature is Simple to Achieve
The temperature to measure is that of the slurry—not the water itself.
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
When Starbucks drinks go viral on TikTok, they’re creative, complicated, and definitely not on the menu.
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.