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Bryan Haines

Bryan Haines is a co-founder and writer on EnjoyJava - and is working to make it the best coffee blog in the world.

He is a travel blogger at Storyteller Travel and blogs about photography at Storyteller Tech. He is also co-founder of Storyteller Media, a company he started with his wife, Dena.

So you’re heading to a French cafe and want to order coffee like a local? In this guide, you’ll learn how to order coffee in French. Plus tons of other expressions, vocabulary, and specifics about ordering coffee drinks in France. Guide to Coffee in France Coffee brings locals and tourists together. When you visit France, …

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Do you love the rich, bold flavor of espresso but also enjoy a more mellow cup? If so, then it’s time to explore the key differences between French press vs espresso coffee. Both types of brewing have their own distinct tastes, allowing you to savor whichever suits your taste.  The French press method is a …

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A demitasse is French for “half cup”. It is a small cup used to serve espresso. The term typically refers to the volume of coffee, although it can also refer to the actual coffee. Demitasse is also known as demi-tasse or espresso cup. What are Demitasse Cups Used For? Demitasse cups are typically used for espresso …

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The Bripe is a coffee brew pipe. Developed to quickly brew a shot of coffee on the go, the Bripe is lightweight and simple. Here’s how to make Bripe coffee. This guide is part of our How to Make Coffee series. Photo copyright is owned by Bripe Inc. How to Make Bripe Coffee Brew Bripe Coffee Tips: …

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Brewing with a coffee sock is an effective, low-tech method for making coffee. Outside of North America, coffee socks are commonly used. Here’s how to make coffee sock coffee – either hot or cold brew coffee. This guide is part of our How to Make Coffee series. How to Make Coffee Sock Coffee Here’s how to make …

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Moka pot coffee is a great alternative to owning an espresso maker. Moka pots are so common in Italy that they are sometimes referred to as Italian coffee makers. Here’s how to make Moka pot coffee. I use my moka pot every morning. This is how I make my first coffee of the day. We …

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Most home espresso makers are quite automated. But as you learn how to make espresso, you’ll find that bean quality, grind size, dose (grind volume), tamp, water temperature, brew time, and yield will dramatically change the final product. This guide is part of our How to Make Coffee series. How to Make Espresso Coffee Here’s how to …

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While they sound similar, cold brew and iced coffee are brewed differently. And have distinct flavor notes and caffeine levels. Here are the differences between cold brew vs iced coffee. Cold brew is a slow, cold-water extraction process. The flavor is sweeter and less acidic than traditional coffee. Iced coffee is regular coffee poured over …

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Which has more caffeine, coffee or tea? And what factors affect caffeine levels? Comparing tea vs coffee caffeine levels is easy. A standard coffee (95 mg) has double the caffeine compared to a black tea (47 mg). But coffee beans have less caffeine that tea leaves, before brewing. And a single espresso has similar caffeine …

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One very common type of coffee is espresso, which is often referred to as expresso. Which is correct and how should it be used in English? Here are the differences between expresso vs espresso. Espresso is an Italian word. Espresso comes from the Latin term exprimere, meaning “pressed out”. The Italian word “espresso” doesn’t mean …

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