Top Best Espresso Machine How to choose the best espresso machine While there are many types on the market, we’d advise any espresso lover to buy a traditional pump-action machine, which combines mechanisms for both maintaining water temperature and applying pressure. The best coffee pod machines require you to buy pods, which can be less cost-effective while…
Top Best Coffee makers 2022 For many people, there’s no better way to start the day than with a great cup of coffee. But today’s coffee makers do far more than brew a pot of joe. Some grind beans, others froth milk for lattes and macchiatos, and a few even brew iced coffee. The best…
How to make Arabic coffee One of the fun aspects of trying different coffees is learning about different cultures of the world. In many cultures, drinking coffee is a traditional social activity, and Arabic coffee is no different. This coffee is prepared by boiling it on the stovetop in a small pot called a briki. When ready,…
Different Types of Espresso Drinks What is espresso? An espresso shot is made by pushing hot, pressurized water through finely-ground, firmly packed coffee beans. The result is a full-flavored, full cup of strong, black coffee. One shot of espresso contains only one ounce of liquid but contains approximately 64 mg of caffeine. This means that…
How to Make Espresso at Home HOW TO MAKE ESPRESSO WITHOUT AN ESPRESSO MAKER When you need an espresso but leaving your apartment just isn’t happening, how do you cope? In truth, your mad scientist skills probably won’t invent the perfect espresso without proper equipment (or the proper coffee) ’sit’s just the way the stroopwafel…
Homemade Coffee Creamer Recipe “Historically, espresso beans have been a deep roast, but it’s a misnomer,” says Pickle. “You can make espresso with any type of coffee or roast, but to cook it at the right time and with the right pressure, it must be very fine – not exactly like powder, but finer than…
The Best Cold-Brew Coffee Maker What Is Cold Brew? What makes Cold Brew unique is the slow extraction process. Coffee is cooked for a long time (usually between 12 and 24 hours) in cold or room temperature water, pressed, and is either cut off from the water or served straight up ( If you feel…
What kind of coffee maker should you get? Coffee is one of the most popular beverages in the world. A 2018 study found that 79% of American coffee drinkers drink homemade coffee. So it’s no surprise that it’s common to see a coffee maker in someone’s kitchen. However, there are several ways to make coffee…
What is a Latte? (And how to make great lattes at home) WHAT IS A LATTE? A latte is simply steamed and frothed milk that is mixed into hot espresso. A latte begins with the same base — a single or double shot of espresso. This espresso is then combined with several ounces of steamed milk…
What is a Mocha? Two amazing things in one What is Mocha Coffee? Although mocha is often interpreted differently around the world, the basic premise is that espresso shots are mixed with chocolate powder or syrup, followed by milk or cream. It is a type of lettuce, in that it is usually 1/3 espresso and…