Which Counter Culture Is Best For Espresso?

We believe that any coffee has the potential to be brewed to taste delicious with any brewing method. But, if we had to choose, we most often suggest Big Trouble, Hologram, and Forty-Six for espresso brewing for their flavor profiles. These coffees cover a wide range of flavor profiles, with organic and decaf options. Which … Read more

What Is The Difference Between Pour Over And Brewed Coffee?

Due to the differences in brewing methods, pour overs tend to have more flavor than regular drip coffee Since the brewing process typically takes longer, the flavor tends to be more vibrant. This is because the water has more time to pull the flavors and oils from the grounds. Is Pour over better than coffee … Read more

How Do You Use A Brew It Stick?

Brews a textured, full bodied coffee like a cafetiere for a lighter strength black or white filter coffee. Tip: After placing your Brew It Stick into your mug of hot water, give the Brew It Stick a twist and stir for 5 to 10 seconds to aid extraction , which will help brew a slightly … Read more

Can The Fellow Ode Grind Espresso?

Ode is built to dominate brewed coffee. Unfortunately, that means that Ode is not suitable for use for espresso The grind range will not be fine enough. Additionally, Ode doesn’t feature anything to hold a portafilter, and the 64mm flat burrs and motor are geared towards drip and immersion coffee brewing. How fine can the … Read more

What Is Better Chemex Or V60?

The Chemex uses a thicker filter than the V60 , which doesn’t allow any sediment to pass, creating the clearest coffee we have ever seen. The v60 filters, however, also create a clear brew, and are easier to find with your general day-to-day shopping. Is Chemex easier than V60? We have to give this one … Read more

Is A Cheap Burr Grinder Worth It?

So, a very reasonable question is: is a burr coffee grinder worth the money? My answer is: Yes, a burr coffee grinder is definitely worth the money burr grinders can produce a consistently even grind, which is necessary for making good quality coffee. Inexpensive blade grinders simply cannot do this. Are cheap coffee grinders worth … Read more

Are Conical Or Flat Burrs Better?

Generally speaking, flat burrs are more consistent and more expensive Depending on the model, they can also be noisy and, unless there is good ventilation, heat up quickly. In contrast, most conical burrs are quieter, cooler, and cheaper, but less consistent. What are the advantages of conical burrs over flat burrs? Conical burr grinders have … Read more

What Is Coarse Ground Coffee Beans?

Coarse: A coarse grind is slightly finer than extra coarse and has a consistency resembling kosher salt The grounds still appear quite chunky and are used for French press, percolators and coffee cupping brewing methods. Is coarse ground coffee the same as ground coffee? Coarse coffee grounds are made from coffee beans that have been … Read more

What Coffee System Can You Do Cold Brew?

The best cold brew coffee maker is the OXO Brew Compact Cold Brew Coffee Maker It’s simple to use and easy to store and it makes fantastic cold brew. What is the best machine for cold brew coffee? They found that the best option for classic cold brew was the easy-to-use Oxo Cold Brew Coffee … Read more