What is a blonde roast?
Starbucks has popularized the term “blonde roast” in recent years. It’s a less misleading term for what used to be called “cinnamon roast” coffee.
The best home coffee roasters, from novice to semi-pro
Rather than choose just one, we pick a model for the novice, the intermediate roaster, the advanced roaster, and the semi-pro.
Your complete guide to Whirley Pop coffee roasting
How a simple, hand-operated popcorn popper can be your gateway to the world of home coffee roasting.
The purpose of blooming coffee
We explain why the 30 seconds it takes for your coffee to bloom is time well spent.
The 5 best Turkish coffee grinders on the market
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.
How to make coffee with whole beans
Brewing with whole beans is usually a last resort, but if you have the time it can produce a nice, flavorful cup.
The best coffee grinders for French press
We recommend two of the best French press coffee grinders—one electric and one manual—and tell you why they’re our picks.
The difference between a long black and an Americano
The long black is Australia’s answer to the Americano, and like everything else in Australia, they kind of flipped it upside down.
Nespresso Lattissima Touch vs. Pro: Which should you choose?
It’s a step up in price from the Nespresso Lattissima Touch to the top-of-the-line Lattissima Pro, but is it worth it?
Long espresso: What it is and why you should try it
Stretch out your enjoyment of your morning espresso with this cup that sits somewhere between an espresso and an Americano.
The best coffee beans for espresso
Eight great beans we recommend for espresso. You can find them online today and begin brewing next week.
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.
Our review of the Technivorm Moccamaster KB 741
The Technivorm Moccamaster KB 741 is solid, stylish, and brews coffee that can compete with a carefully crafted pour-over.
Where does coffee come from?
Here’s what you need to know about coffee’s history, geography, biology, and the food systems that bring it to you.
Best books about coffee: 9 essential reads
The more you learn about coffee, the more you want to know. We’ve picked the best books about coffee for those who want to dive deep.
Coffee filter types, shapes and sizes you should know
Cone or basket? Paper or metal? Bleached or unbleached? Just as coffee filters clear up your coffee, we’re here to clear up coffee filters.
Carter Everywhere Mug vs. Kinto Travel Tumbler
The new Carter Everywhere Mug by Fellow is a stylish new addition to the travel mug market. Let’s see how it stacks up against our favorite, the Kinto Travel Tumbler.
The 5 best coffee makers under $50
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.
A tasty delivery from Phil & Sebastian Coffee Roasters
We let Phil & Sebastian Coffee Roasters surprise us with a delivery. Learn how it went, and how you can build your own coffee subscription.
Q&A with Ted Kallmyer, editor of Caffeine Informer
Caffeine Informer has become the go-to source for coffee lovers who want to know how much caffeine they’re pumping into their system—and whether it’s safe.
What is Arabica coffee? All about the bean that conquered the world
Arabica coffee is the species that today delivers 60 per cent of all coffee beans sold worldwide. Here’s how it happened.
The 5 best single serve coffee makers without pods
The search for a single serve coffee maker becomes a little more challenging if you don’t want pods. Here we present the best options in both manual and automatic brewers.
Chemex vs. Hario V60: Which should you choose?
Let’s go over what distinguishes the two pour-over brewers from each other, so you can choose the one that’s right for you.
Does coffee strength mean more caffeine?
Researchers found the answer by brewing coffee several different ways: espresso, moka pot, French press, pour-over, AeroPress and cold brew.
15 foods that go well with your coffee
We cover the classics, but also slip in a couple of sandwiches you might not expect.
Coffee species around the world at risk from climate change
Coffee species are particularly vulnerable to extinction because they occur in a small number of small geographic ranges.
9 great Valentine’s Day gift ideas for the coffee lover in your life
Coffee is more than a beverage, it’s a passion. Help your sweetheart indulge their passion with one of these great Valentine’s gifts for coffee lovers.
Why do I get a headache when I haven’t had any coffee?
Caffeine is our favourite drug. But if we miss out on our fix, it can be a real headache, in more ways than one.
Make espresso with AeroPress—or die trying
Let us teach you how to get the strongest, most full-bodied cup you possibly can out of your AeroPress.
How to make instant coffee taste better
Knowing how to make instant coffee taste better can ease the pain of some unfortunate situations. We share a few ideas about how to do it.