Generally, Espresso is less acidic than coffee as it uses dark roasts and is made by forcing hot water through coffee grounds at high pressure, for a very short period of time. This rapid extraction method minimizes acid release from the beans, yielding a concentrated yet smooth shot of coffee. Hold on! Factors like bean … Read more
The Ristretto shot is a highly concentrated espresso prepared by reducing the water content to half while using the same amount of coffee grounds as regular Espresso. Typically, a Ristretto yields 15-20 mL (0.5-0.7 ounces) shot and has a coffee-to-water ratio of 1:1. This condensed extraction method yields a remarkable flavor profile, with a rich, … Read more
Espresso Con Panna is an Italian coffee drink that translates to “espresso with cream.” As the name suggests, it is a shot of espresso topped with a dollop of whipped cream. This coffee drink is essentially a variation of the traditional Espresso Macchiato, which is an espresso shot with a small amount of milk foam. … Read more
The main difference between a macchiato and a cortado is the ratio of milk to espresso and how the milk is prepared. A macchiato is made with a shot of espresso and a small amount of foamed milk layered on top, while a cortado is made with an equal amount of steamed milk and espresso, … Read more
The main difference between Ristretto and Espresso is the coffee-to-water ratio. Espresso is made using a ratio of 1:2, which gives a balanced taste. And Ristretto uses a ratio of 1:1, meaning very little water is used to create a shot. This makes the coffee more intense and syrupy in flavor. If you love the … Read more
Both Latte and Macchiato start with espresso as a base, but they differ in their milk content. The Macchiato is a small drink around 3 oz prepared with just a splash of milk, and has bold coffee-forward flavors. The Latte is around 8-12 oz and prepared with a large amount of milk, which makes it … Read more
Caffe Misto is a coffee drink made by combining half-brewed coffee and half hot milk. This is essentially a one-to-one ratio of coffee and milk. Misto is basically a name popularized by Starbucks, It is known as Café au lait if you are outside Starbucks. While not as fancy as its latte cousin, the misto … Read more
The main difference between Frappe and Latte lies in the type of coffee used. Frappe is made using instant coffee, whereas Latte is made using Espresso shots which give it rich coffee flavors. Frappe is a cold coffee beverage prepared by blending instant coffee, milk, and ice, while Latte can be served both hot or … Read more
The unique selling point of Keurig is user-friendliness. Before Keurig, Traditional drip coffee machines were very popular and can be found in every home or office, but since Keurig has come on the scene, the popularity of traditional coffee machines has been declining mainly because coffee lovers are prioritizing convenience over anything else. Despite its … Read more
Buying a French Press is a tedious process. If you are a beginner, then there is a chance that you will buy the wrong coffee maker for yourself. You could end up with a French press with a delicate carafe, prone to shattering within a mere month. Or perhaps the filter system proves inadequate, delivering … Read more