Lifeboost’s organic roasts are roasted to perfection and packed with enough caffeine to get you out of bed in the morning. Made with robust, flavorful Arabica coffee, this Espresso Organic Roast does great for the home brewer, as well for small-scale coffee roasters! How is Lifeboost coffee decaffeinated? We use the swiss water process to … Read more
Grinders. There are burr grinders and blade grinders. Blade grinders are not suitable for espresso , or at least that’s what every barista will tell you. Every now and again, someone will show that if someone is in a pinch, you might be able to get decent espresso with a blade grinder, but consistency is … Read more
An espresso machine uses high pressure to force water through coffee within only a few seconds Coffee makers rely on the power of gravity to gradually pull water through the filters. The coffee maker is almost always the cheaper option due to its simple function and limited features. Does the type of espresso machine matter? … Read more
The best ground beans size for espresso is 0.88 mm or 1.32 of an inch ; this is a fine grind. While the precise size can fluctuate slightly with different coffee beans and even different espresso machines, it’s essential to keep practicing until you get the grind size right. Should espresso be ground fine or … Read more
super-automatic espresso machines are fully automatic coffee and espresso makers with built-in coffee grinders that make coffee drinks with the push of a button Coffee is ground fresh, tamped perfectly, brewed, and dispensed in seconds. What is a super automatic? Superautomatic espresso machines make brewing your favorite drinks easy. These machines pack a grinder in … Read more
While most coffee products compete to look new and different some are constrained by existing standards. Portafilters are a prime example – they all look essentially identical even on close inspection, but the differences in performance can be massive Does portafilter basket size matter? Yes, portafilter size does matter Many espresso machines don’t have much … Read more
glass coffee pots or carafes are the most common. There are also stainless steel coffee pots or thermal carafes, that either come in stainless steel, or in some cases, ceramic. When people are talking about parts about coffee pot, they are simply referring to coffee pots that can hold and brew coffee at the same … Read more
In general, espresso requires a dark roast, fine grind, and high pressure to create an ounce or two (aka a “shot”) of concentrated coffee When paired with water or milk, you can have a delicious espresso drink that will give you a boost of energy—and delight your taste buds as well! Can you use any … Read more
How does Starbucks do espresso shots? A few years ago, Starbucks made the jump to automatic espresso machines. Standard procedure for pulling a shot of espresso requires grinding into the portafilter, tamping it down, locking it into the espresso machine, and pressing the button to start the water. How do professionals make espresso? Clean your … Read more
While the Unlocked line has been discontinued , we appreciate you taking the time to let us know you miss them, Teresa. This is my 2021 best pick in creamer, every day, every week, every month and every year! What is unlocked coffee creamer? This liquid non dairy creamer makes it easy to add just … Read more