Hot brewed cacao is a great alternative if you’re trying to cut down on coffee or completely , or even if you just want a healthy hot beverage. It’s made in a french press. The brew has a taste reminiscent of chocolate, yet with a distinct flavor of its own. Can I use cacao instead … Read more
instant coffee is one of the best bets for replacing espresso powder in chocolate desserts or spice rubs. The two have a lot of similarities, but unlike espresso powder, instant coffee is less concentrated and therefore will add less richness to your recipe. What is the best substitute for espresso? Instant Coffee. Natural Cocoa Powder. … Read more
Starbucks uses a sweetened matcha powder for all their matcha drinks. The matcha powder has two ingredients, sugar and japanese green tea powder. Therefore, in order to make a true copycat Starbucks matcha green tea latte, you should use sweetened matcha powder. What brand is Starbucks matcha powder? If we investigate further, we will find … Read more
Cooling your coffee beans is a crucial step of the roasting process The aim of cooling down your coffee beans is to get them down to an ambient or room temperature within 2 to 5 minutes. This time frame will help you maintain that perfect roast and avoid them from becoming overcooked or potentially burnt. … Read more
Pop it in a resealable bag, even better if it has a one-way valve to aid in degassing. Otherwise, keep it in an airtight food container, or, even better, a dedicated coffee storage container You can think of your freshly roasted coffee beans as being nocturnal, they love the dark. What do you do with … Read more