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38 Popular Types Of Coffee Drinks Explained

The seemingly endless list of coffee drinks found on café menus can be overwhelming. We’ve put together the most comprehensive list of all the different types of coffee-based drinks you’ll find online. We explain in simple terms the differences between the best-loved coffee drinks from around the world, including stunning pictures so you can easily…

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Which Coffee Is Most Bitter? (Guide to Sweeter Coffee)

Are you looking to avoid the bitterness in coffee? For most people, bitterness is a natural element of coffee, which is why we automatically reach for the sugar. But which coffee is most bitter and why? Darkly roasted coffee is the most bitter due to the break down of chlorogenic acid lactones into phenylindanes during…

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The Complete Guide to Colombian Coffee (The World’s Best)

No doubt you’ve seen ‘100% Colombian Coffee’ on coffee packet labels at the supermarket. Colombian coffee stands apart in the minds of coffee consumers as something special. But why? What is Colombian coffee exactly? Explore our guide to Colombian coffee and discover its unique qualities, superior Arabica beans, and rich flavors that make it a…

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Is There a Coffee That Isn’t Bitter?

Whilst a lot of people enjoy the bitterness in coffee, for some it’s overpowering. Many enjoy the aroma of freshly brewed coffee but can’t stand the bitter taste. But all coffee is bitter, right? Wrong. Arabica coffee beans make coffee that is less bitter than robusta beans. High-quality arabica coffee that has been roasted light to medium barely…

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Should I Buy an AeroPress?

Many of us have grown up with and enjoyed French press or Italian moka pot coffee. But thereâ€™s a new kid on the block: the AeroPress. Youâ€™ve heard about it and you think you want one, but should you buy an AeroPress? The AeroPress makes delicious coffee quickly. It’s made from BPA-free plastic meaning it’s…

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The Complete Guide to Swedish Fika in 2024

Scandinavia is consistently voted one of the happiest places to live on earth. Could the tradition of taking fika each day add to that happiness? Let’s take an in-depth look at Swedish fika. Fika is a social institution in Swedish culture. Fika is the interruption of an activity in order to have coffee and cake…

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The Complete Guide to Turkish Coffee in 2024

Are you planning a trip to Turkey and want to know more about traditional Turkish coffee? Or perhaps you’ve just come back and want to prepare yourself a cup at home. We’ve got it all covered in our guide to Turkish coffee here. Turkish coffee is a coffee-brewing method. The process begins by mixing finely…

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How to Cup Coffee at Home

Cupping coffee is the best way to compare and contrast different coffees to develop your palate and to learn more about the intricacies of the humble coffee bean. It’s also a great way to involve your friends and family who doubt that coffee can be such an amazing experience. Equipment for cupping coffee Method Read…

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How Is Instant Coffee Made? (Amazing 9 Stage Process)

A lot of people insist that instant coffee isn’t real coffee, but I’m afraid to say that it is. Despite what you might think of it, almost 50 percent of the world’s coffee is turned into instant, so I thought I’d let you in on how instant coffee is made. Instant coffee is made by freeze-drying…

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The Complete Guide to Cascara in 2024

Have you noticed cascara on offer at your local coffee shop and you’re intrigued as to what it is? Or perhaps you’ve heard mention of it from coffee aficionados, but you can’t seem to find it on sale anywhere? We’re going to delve into this little known drink that’s quickly making a name for itself…