Why You Shouldn’T Use A French Press?

The french press has been in the news for awhile as an unhealthy way to brew coffee, because it’s filter doesn’t filter out the cafestol Cafestol is a substance that causes the body’s LDL, the “bad” cholesterol, levels to rise. Is it unhealthy to use a French press? unfiltered brew contains diterpenes, which are oily … Read more

How Do I Buy Espresso Grounds?

Can you buy already ground espresso? As mentioned earlier, ground espresso coffee can be obtained in one of four ways: 1) by buying whole-bean coffees and grinding them at home just before brewing ; 2) by buying whole-bean coffees and having them ground on a large-scale commercial machine; 3) by buying pre-ground, canned coffees; 4) … Read more

Which Is Better Electric Or Stovetop Percolator?

Stovetop percolators generally take around five minutes to brew coffee, whereas electric models are a little slower, taking around seven to 10 minutes in total. However, some electric percolators are quicker , especially when making just a cup or two. What type of coffee percolator is best? Best Overall: Farberware stainless steel electric percolator. Best … Read more

Why Is French Press Coffee Good For You?

Coffee brewed from a french press is especially powerful. Coffee contains methylpyridinium, a powerful anticancer compound that has been shown to reduce the chances of certain cancers French Press Coffee is rich in this compound and can help lower your chances of oral, pharyngeal and esophageal cancers. Why is French Press not good for you? … Read more

How Do You Make Vietnamese Coffee?

How is vietnam coffee made? How do you make vietnamese coffee? To brew Vietnamese coffee you need french roast coffee grounds, water, condensed milk, and a phin (a Vietnamese coffee filter) Boil the water and preheat the filter and cup by adding some water through. Remove excess water, then add a heaping tablespoon of coffee … Read more

Is My Le Creuset French Press Dishwasher Safe?

Crafted from premium stoneware for excellent heat retention, the Le Creuset french press is finished with a vibrant glaze which is easy to clean, dishwasher-safe , and resistant to chips, scratches and stains. Can I put my French press in the dishwasher? Usually all of the components of a french press are dishwasher safe , … Read more

Why Is An Aeropress Better Than A Cafetiere?

The hard plastic makeup of the Aeropress makes it more durable than a cafetiere especially when it’s made of glass The plastic is BPA-free too so your drink is not likely to be contaminated by chemicals. Is an Aeropress the same as a cafetiere? To the uninitiated, Aeropress seems very similar to a cafetiere ; … Read more

Can You Do Pour Over With Ground Coffee?

But if you want to get the most out of your coffee, use freshly ground coffee It makes all the difference. pour-over coffee will brew best when using a medium grind, but you can even go a bit finer or coarser (interested in different types of grinds?). Can you make pour over coffee with ground … Read more

Can I Make My Coffee Machine Smart?

This is where smart outlets come into play. Smart outlets (like the Belkin WeMo Switch) require the coffee maker to have an on/off mechanical switch (rather than a push button), but it will let you turn your coffee maker on and off from anywhere using the app at any time. How do I make my … Read more

How Do You Cold Drip An AeroPress?

aeropress cold brew is made with freshly ground coffee and cold tap water The best part about brewing cold brew coffee with the AeroPress is that it saves you so much time. Once you’ve brewed the cold brew concentrate, you can then dilute it the way you like. You can add cold tap water, milk, … Read more