When you buy pre-ground coffee, it’s usually a fine grind size (unless otherwise stated). In terms of consistency, it’s a little finer than table salt. What is fine grind size? For stovetop espresso makers, use a fine coffee grind. A fine grind will be similar in size and feel to that of sugar It should … Read more
Today, Freeman is best known as the founder of blue bottle coffee, the premium coffee chain with the simple, yet stylish, blue logo that adorns more than 75 upscale cafes around the world where you can buy a roughly $5 drip coffee made from high-quality single-origin, freshly roasted artisanal beans. What is unique about Blue … Read more
For a few coffee lovers, the answer is yes, and investing in a quality espresso machine is an excellent investment Generally speaking, a good quality espresso machine will maintain a consistent temperature and pressure (9bar) during the extraction, which is vital when brewing espresso. Is it worth it to have an espresso machine at home? … Read more
A standard cup of regular joe (8 oz of drip coffee) contains about 65-120 mg of caffeine, compared to a 1 oz shot of espresso’s 30-50 mg of caffeine. Espresso’s comparatively higher amount of caffeine-per-ounce has everything to do with its brewing technique and not much to do with the actual coffee beans used. Does … Read more
starbucks products, like the iced coffee, iced tea, and green tea latte, are sweetened with a little stevia What does Starbucks use for iced coffee? The traditional Starbucks iced coffee uses the Terraza Blend It is a medium roasted, pre-ground pre-packed coffee and is their signature blend for iced coffee. However, they also use their … Read more
The result is medium roasted beans boasting a full-flavored espresso that is topped with a thick, rich crema Available in 2.2 lb bags of whole bean, Lavazza Crema E Aroma, is superb for making espresso and can also be used as drip coffee. What is Crema e aroma coffee? Crema & Aroma is a balanced … Read more
The ratio is simple: one third of a cup of ground coffee to get five cups of coffee For brewing the usual minimum (25 cups, in a small coffee urn), try 2 cups of ground coffee. In case there’s a filter basket cover, put it back in, too; it makes sure that the water is … Read more
Begin pouring water slowly over the coffee, starting at the outer rim and moving in a steady spiral toward the center of the grounds. Stop pouring when the scale reaches 60 grams. Make sure all the grounds are saturated, even if you need to add a little water. The pour should take about 15 seconds. … Read more
When it comes to immersion brewing, the key is in the name. The ground coffee is immersed in water and then left to brew until it is appropriately extracted and ready to be consumed This means that rather than focusing on controlling the pour, brewers need to be thinking about the brew time. How do … Read more
Americanos are made with espresso shots and water, while brewed coffee is created by infusing coffee beans with hot water. americano espresso drinks have 103 mg of caffeine per cup, while a cup of brewed coffee has 96 mg of caffeine. Americano drinks have a stronger, richer flavor than brewed coffee Is Americano stronger than … Read more