People love coffee because it is refreshing. There are many ways to make coffee, including brewing it hot or cold. A specialty coffee like Balance Coffee can enhance the taste of your drink. The drink is less bitter and more sweet and refreshing. In this article, we will discuss cold brew coffee. This is a great drink for summertime because it is refreshing and has some health benefits as … [Read more...]

Specialty coffee begins with the producers. These farmers are responsible for growing and harvesting the coffea arabica trees. While Arabica coffee is seen as the best sort, its twin, Robusta, is seen as ugly. Many commodity coffees contain low-quality robusta beans, which have a bitter taste. Specialty coffee farmers are typically skilled, managing farms that have been in their family for … [Read more...]

As the summer heat continues into September, many coffee lovers have been turning to iced coffee and espresso drinks. Articles are being published frequently on the subject, even by well-known sources such as the New York Times. Even though there are a lot of guides to making iced coffee online, there aren't many that go into detail about how it differs from the traditional way of brewing … [Read more...]

People often ask if adding milk to coffee lowers the caffeine levels. I was skeptical at first, but then I wondered if there could be something to it. So I did some research. I'm a physicist, so you can trust me on this. If you add milk to coffee, it does not reduce the amount of caffeine. While milk won't reduce the amount of caffeine in your coffee, it will weaken the concentration of … [Read more...]

I first heard about coffee blooming from somebody who was far too technical for me to understand. They made it sound like it was a really important part of making coffee, but I didn't think it would be something I needed to worry about. I couldn't believe it when I ordered a pour-over at my local coffee shop and the barista started pouring a lot of water over the coffee grounds. He said it was … [Read more...]

The macchiato is a coffee with coffee, caramel, and steamed milk. If you're like me, you'll immediately think of a Starbucks to-go cup when you hear the name. The caramel macchiato is one of the most popular choices on the Starbucks menu. However, if you order a traditional macchiato in another coffee shop, it will come without any flavor shots and just a tiny bit of milk foam. So, what is the … [Read more...]

Did you know that coffee is the second most popular drink worldwide? In the UK, the average person will drink about 2 cups per day. I know I've been trying new things and experimenting more while being stuck inside over the last few years. There has also been an increase in the number of small-batch roasters, so there are many more types of coffee to try! If you are new to this world, it can … [Read more...]

There are many reasons to love coffee. It is delicious, versatile, and there is an option to suit everyone. There are various ways to make black coffee, such as brewing it as espresso, americano, filtered, or instant coffee. If you prefer coffee with dairy, then there are options such as latte, cappuccino, flat white, macchiato, filter, or instant coffee with milk. This is followed by a … [Read more...]

There are many ways to make great coffee at home. It can be a steep learning curve to move on from coffee shop coffee to making coffee at home, but it is worth it. The Moka pot is the cheapest and easiest way to make espresso-like coffee at home. This coffee maker is designed to make a rich and dark brew that can rival any espresso. If you use a Moka pot without following the proper … [Read more...]

If you're someone who loves lattes or cappuccinos, you know that the key ingredients are steamed milk and espresso. If you want to learn how to make espresso coffee, read our article on the subject. Steamed milk is another tricky technique to master. There are many devices and gadgets that claim to steam milk for you, but they fail to produce anything that closely resembles your usual … [Read more...]