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Coffee Knowledge

Two-page spread in Everything But Espresso by Scott Rao

Best Books About Coffee: 21 Essential Reads

December 6, 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 Buying Guides, Coffee Knowledge
Man makes a list of coffee notes in the background while another tastes coffee from cups lined up on a table

A List of 110 Coffee Notes You Might Find In Your Cup

December 9, 2023May 22, 2022

Do you ever struggle to find just the right word to describe your coffee? Let’s give you 110 to choose from.

Categories Coffee Knowledge
Woman making her own coffee after learning how to get into coffee

How To Get Into Coffee: The Definitive Guide

December 10, 2023May 22, 2022

How does somebody who has never been much of a coffee drinker start on the path to becoming a coffee aficionado?

Categories Coffee Knowledge
Tools for grinding coffee beans without a grinder

13 Easy Ways to Grind Coffee Beans Without a Grinder

December 8, 2023April 2, 2022

Did you accidentally pick up some whole beans that you thought were pre-ground? Here’s how you can grind coffee beans without a grinder.

Categories Coffee Knowledge
London buses, some of which have run on coffee grounds

63 Coffee Trivia Facts To Impress Your Friends

December 6, 2023March 21, 2022

Learn 63 fascinating facts about coffee, including the name of Starbucks’ first café and which country drinks the most per capita.

Categories Coffee Knowledge
Coffee pots sitting out for a long time

How Long Can Coffee Sit Out? A Guide to Safe Drinking Times

December 3, 2023March 5, 2022

Learn how long coffee can safely sit out before it spoils. Keep your cup fresh and avoid potential risks with this quick guide.

Categories Coffee Knowledge
Milk frother preparing milk instead of steamer

Milk Frother vs. Steamer: How To Pick the Right Tool for Your Lattes

December 3, 2023February 19, 2022

This is what you need to know about the differences between a milk frother vs. steamer.

Categories Brewing Tips, Coffee Knowledge

Which Milks Can You Froth? We Tested Them All!

December 6, 2023February 12, 2022

We decided to try out as many milks as we could get our hands on, and find out which ones froth the best.

Categories Brewing Tips, Coffee Knowledge
Pressure gauge on a Breville espresso machine with pressure indicator at zero

What to Do If Your Breville Espresso Machine is Not Reaching Pressure

September 2, 2024February 5, 2022

A Breville espresso machine brewing at low pressure can be caused by barista error, or more technical reasons that require repair.

Categories Brewing, Coffee Knowledge, Gear
Buttons on top of a black Nespresso machine

How To Reset Your Nespresso Machine

December 3, 2023January 30, 2022

Learn how to reset your Nespresso machine to enjoy your perfect cup of coffee again. Find step-by-step guides for various models and troubleshoot with ease.

Categories Coffee Knowledge
Man at kitchen table with coffee getting soaked by rain while reading the paper

This Is Why Your Breville Espresso Machine Is Leaking—And How To Fix It

December 3, 2023January 29, 2022

Not sure why your Breville espresso machine is leaking? Here’s how to find the culprit.

Categories Brewing, Coffee Knowledge, Gear
Breville espresso machine next to a Breville grinder

Here’s How Often You Need To Clean Your Breville Espresso Machine

December 3, 2023January 29, 2022

This is everything you need to know about how often to clean your Breville espresso machine and how to clean the parts.

Categories Brewing, Coffee Knowledge, Gear
Bag of coffee beans resting on a small pile of coffee beans

Are Coffee Subscriptions Worth It? Here’s the Truth

December 15, 2023January 13, 2022

Try to find a coffee subscription that fits your budget and matches the frequency of delivery to your coffee consumption rate.

Categories Beans, Coffee Knowledge
Barista pours milk into a large glass of iced coffee

Here’s How To Order Iced Coffee at Starbucks—Without Sounding Like an Amateur

December 15, 2023January 6, 2022

Not sure how to order iced coffee at Starbucks? Here are some quick tips that’ll have you ordering like a pro!

Categories Coffee Drinks, Coffee Knowledge
Small glass bowls full of Arabica coffee beans on left, and Robusta coffee beans on right

Arabica vs. Robusta: Why They Taste Different

December 15, 2023November 27, 2021

Sensory scientist Dr. Molly Spencer explains the science behind the taste differences we detect in Arabica and Robusta coffee.

Categories Beans, Coffee Knowledge
white coffee next to regular dark roast beans

White Coffee: What It Is And Why You Should Try It

December 3, 2023October 31, 2021

White coffee is roasted at a lower temperature for a shorter time than regular coffee beans. The result is a beige color and slightly nutty flavor.

Categories Beans, Coffee Knowledge
Man's hand opening a freezer door

Can You Freeze Coffee Beans?

December 9, 2023September 18, 2021

Freezing coffee beans has its benefits, but you need to take important steps to preserve flavor.

Categories Beans, Coffee Knowledge
Venti and Grande Starbucks cups perched on a ledge

Starbucks Cup Sizes and Terminology Explained

December 9, 2023September 3, 2021

Cup sizes at Starbucks are inspired by Italy, so they are different than what you might find at another neighborhood coffee shop.

Categories Coffee Knowledge
Man pulling a shot with a high-end home espresso machine

The High Cost of an Espresso Machine Explained

December 8, 2023August 17, 2021

Manufacturers aren’t trying to gouge you, it’s just that everything in a quality espresso machine costs money.

Categories Brewing, Coffee Knowledge, Gear
Four dark roasted coffee beans on a white surface

Eating Coffee Beans is Safe and Healthy in Moderation

December 9, 2023August 14, 2021

Roasting, grinding and brewing is the the most popular way to enjoy coffee, but eating coffee beans in moderation offers equal health benefits.

Categories Beans, Coffee Knowledge
A Starbucks Frappuccino topped with whipped cream and cocoa dust

Everything You Need To Know About The Frappuccino

December 15, 2023August 8, 2021

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.

Categories Coffee Drinks, Coffee Knowledge
Starbucks sign glows above a Shanghai streetscape

Your Guide To Chinese Coffee Culture

December 8, 2023August 1, 2021

China has been slow to adopt coffee culture, but it’s now the fastest-growing market in the world.

Categories Coffee Knowledge
Woman pulling her suitcase along the floor of an airport terminal

Tips For Taking Your Nespresso Machine On A Plane

December 4, 2023July 29, 2021

You can take a Nespresso machine on a plane, in either checked or carry-on luggage. Here’s what you need to know about flying with your machine.

Categories Coffee Knowledge
Nespresso Pixie plugged into the wall on a counter

How Much Power Does Your Nespresso Machine Need?

December 3, 2023July 29, 2021

Discovering that your inverter can’t power your Nespresso machine is a sure way to spoil a camping trip.

Categories Coffee Knowledge
People sample cups of coffee at a long table

Q Grading And The Evolution Of Coffee Quality

December 13, 2023July 20, 2021

With coffee research on the rise, coffee professionals want to develop improved protocols to make the Q grading process more scientific.

Categories Coffee Knowledge
Closeup of kapeng barako coffee beans on a white counter

Kapeng Barako Is A Challenging But Worthwhile Coffee Bean To Harvest

December 4, 2023July 18, 2021

Kapeng Barako is an obscure coffee varietal grown predominantly in the Batangas provinces of the Philippines, without a large market but worth preserving.

Categories Beans, Coffee Knowledge
Roasted specialty coffee beans under a glass case at a coffee shop

What Makes Coffee Specialty Coffee?

December 13, 2023June 16, 2021

You cannot have a third-wave experience without specialty coffee, but you can have specialty coffee without the third-wave experience.

Categories Beans, Coffee Knowledge
Outside of a Japanese coffee shop at night

Your Guide To Japanese Coffee Culture

December 8, 2023May 1, 2021

Japanese coffee culture is an inspiring mix of tradition and innovation, delivered with their quintessential refinement and style.

Categories Coffee Knowledge
Two gentlemen have an animated discussion over caffe lattes outside an Amsterdam coffee shop

Your Guide To Netherlands Coffee Culture

December 6, 2023April 20, 2021

Netherlands coffee culture might not offer the sophisticated experience you find in some other European countries, but its charming simplicity is easy to embrace.

Categories Coffee Knowledge
Waterfront sidewalk cafe in Oslo under a blue sky

Your Guide To Norwegian Coffee Culture

December 10, 2023April 18, 2021

Norwegian coffee culture encompasses everything from tin kettles brewed over open flame at the cabin, to the fine artisan cafes of Oslo.

Categories Coffee Knowledge
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