But buying cold brew can really add up. Making it at home saves money, especially if you eschew fancy cold brew pitchers and machines. All you really need to DIY is a mason jar, a mesh sieve, and coffee filters As for the ingredients, good coffee beans are essential, of course, as is your water. … Read more
Use about 4oz (1 – 1 1/2 cups) of coarsely ground coffee beans. Pour the grounds into your mason jar and fill it half way with cold (or room temperature) water. Gently stir the mixture to ensure all the grounds are wet and then fill the jar the rest of the way with water. Can … Read more
Why is my coffee creamer chunky? If your coffee creamer is chunky, it could mean one of the following: the creamer has gone bad, or the coffee is too acidic, too hot, or too cold Also, mixing sugar and creamer first before adding coffee can cause creamer to form lumps of white particles in the … Read more
There is one kind of keurig machine that makes real espresso It’s called the Keurig Rivo and it’s designed to make lattes and cappuccinos. If you opt for this pricey model, you’ll have a milk frother and the ability to make short and lungo shots of espresso. Does Keurig make espresso pods? With Cafe Bustelo … Read more
Use a milk frother, French press or whisk to froth milk into small, even bubbles For a latte you’ll want small bubbles and lightly thickened milk (if you’re using a milk frother, don’t go too far: you want the milk to mix in with the coffee so you don’t need too much froth). Is a … Read more
Can I make my own espresso machine? Turns out it’s possible to build a very simple espresso-making device for about $30 Sure, you could just buy a moka pot for your stove, but this is more creative. And it looks sort of like a large gun. Another guy took homemade espresso machines to the next … Read more
Heat the water: Heat ¾ cup + 2 tablespoons water to hot but not boiling (200 to 205°F). Add coffee and wait 4 minutes: Add the medium fine ground espresso coffee to the french press. Top with the hot water and stir. Set a timer and wait 4 minutes. Can I make espresso with regular … Read more
Yes! It’s possible to achieve a coffee-store taste without grinding your beans every morning. Simply pre-grind your beans on the weekend, then stash the grounds in the freezer for use during the week Make sure to use an airtight container to lock out moisture and odors. Can I freeze ground coffee to keep it fresh? … Read more
Measure out enough water to brew your coffee. Pour the water from the coffee pot into the coffee maker – there is usually an open space, called a tank, behind or above the filter For first-time coffee maker users, the inclination is to pour the water directly into the filter basket. Do not do this. … Read more
5.0 out of 5 starsFIka – Smooth, toffee nut mellowness Amazon don’t give much away about this coffee, so it was a blind buy based on the existing four good reviews. I like mild coffee for a chill-out and Taylor’s ‘Lazy Sunday’ is always good, so this also labelled strength of three would be similar … Read more