Growing up I only knew two ways to use coffee beans to brew a cup of coffee either to buy a grinder to grind the whole bean coffee or to buy a pack of pre-ground coffee. I always thought that it would take days to brew a cup of coffee with whole bean coffee and … Read more
Pulling cafe-quality espresso shots requires some skill. But don’t let an espresso machine intimidate you. With a basic understanding of how these machines work and what each component does, even a beginner can create top-notch espresso like a pro. Whether you want strong and intense espresso shots or you want to add water or milk … 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
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
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
Is your Keurig brew leaving you disappointed with bland and lackluster flavors? Those handy K-cups are convenient and brew a decent cup of coffee, but they don’t have to equate to weak coffee. 7 ways to make Strong Keurig coffee I have been using Keurig Coffee Makers for years and here I share my 7 … Read more
The main reason why your Espresso tastes burnt or bitter is over-extraction. Over-extraction can occur if you grind the coffee beans too fine, use dirty equipment, or tamp the grounds too tightly. Moreover, using old or badly roasted coffee beans can also make your Espresso bitter. Do you often find the Espresso to be too … Read more
Espresso is a concentrated coffee drink made by forcing hot water through finely ground coffee beans. While an Americano is just a diluted Espresso made by adding hot water to a shot of espresso, resulting in a milder and more approachable drink. At the end of the day, it’s a matter of whether you want … Read more
Blonde espresso is prepared using light-roasted coffee beans, while regular espresso uses dark or medium-dark roast. The light roast makes the drink thinner in body and smoother in taste compared to regular espresso, which has a richer texture and more complex flavors. Blonde Espresso is becoming more and more popular since Starbucks introduced this drink … Read more