Many coffee drinkers focus on finding the best beans and best brewing methods to get that perfect cup of coffee. But not many look for the best way to grind coffee. The grind matters! In fact, small changes in the grind of your beans can seriously affect your coffee’s flavor! A great coffee grind depends on two factors; grind size and grind uniformity. And the best way to get the perfect grind is with a burr grinder, like the Baratza …
What is a Cortado? All You Need to Know About This Coffee Drink!
I’ve always loved coffee but I could never tolerate really strong coffee like espressos or double brews. So, when I went to visit my (now) wife in Spain she’d always order me something called a “cortado”. At the time I had no idea what she was ordering. But I quickly found out it’s delicious! So what is a cortado? A cortado is essentially an espresso that’s been “cut” with an equal part of steamed milk. So, with a cortado, you …
Double Brew Coffee: How To Brew The Perfect One!
If you prefer extra strong coffee with high levels of caffeine, double brew coffee may be right for you. But what is double brew coffee exactly? Double brew coffee is coffee that’s been brewed twice. This can be accomplished in one of two ways. First, by brewing coffee with twice the normal amount of grinds. Alternatively, you could run brewed coffee through your coffee machine for a second time. While either of these options will work to make double brew …
How Long Do Coffee Beans Last? Keep Your Coffee Fresh!
Coffee beans don’t keep their freshness forever, but just how long do coffee beans last? In general, raw or green bean coffee beans can last for 12 months or more depending on how they’re stored. By comparison, whole, roasted coffee beans can last anywhere from 2 to 6 months. And a bag of pre-ground coffee should be used within 2 weeks of opening. But not all coffee beans will go bad at the same speed as other beans. Coffee that’s …
Best Coffee Beans for Cold Brew: 10 Must-Try Beans In 2023!
Looking for the best coffee beans for cold brew? You have landed on the right page. You don’t have to use heat to brew your favorite coffee. Another option is to cold brew it, which only requires a bit more time. And, cold brew coffee is healthier as well! Especially if you want to control your acid reflux or simply don’t want to develop it over time. Plus, cold brew will prove to be a more refreshing option in the …
Italian Roast Coffee: Everything You Want To Know Before You Buy!
A lot of coffee lovers see Italy as the gold standard of coffee culture. After all, the names of most coffee drinks are Italian, the Moka pot and espresso machine were invented in Italy, even the drink sizes at Starbucks are Italian! But despite this gold-standard status, Italian Roast Coffee isn’t very popular in the United States. Why? Italian roast coffee is a very dark roast that’s common in southern Italy. The beans are oily and appear almost black, which …
Best Espresso Machine Under 200 Dollars
For most coffee lovers a thousand dollars is way too much to spend on an espresso machine. Personally, I get a bit anxious when the price tag is over a few hundred bucks. So, I searched around to find the best espresso machine under 200 dollars. The De’Longhi 15 bar Pump Espresso Maker is my #1 choice for budget espresso makers. De’Longhi has a great reputation for making high-quality espresso machines and is known for making a good espresso. I …
