Types of Coffee

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 …

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 …

Making percolator coffee is somewhat foolproof. The maker keeps things pretty automated. But there are still a number of tweaks and guidelines for making great percolator coffee. This guide is part of our How to Make Coffee series. How to Make Coffee in a Percolator Here’s how to make a great pot of percolator coffee. Percolator Tips: …

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 …

One of the most popular of the pour-over brewers, the Chemex coffee maker looks more like a decorative, glass kitchen vase than a coffee-making gadget. Here’s how to make Chemex coffee. This guide is part of our How to Make Coffee series. Chemex Coffee Maker Here are a couple of tips for great-tasting coffee from your Chemex …

Wondering which coffee beans to buy: espresso or coffee beans? In this post, you’ll learn the differences between espresso beans vs coffee beans. And how to choose the best beans for your brew method. Espresso beans are coffee beans. They are grown the same, but there are key differences in how they are roasted, ground, …

When you stop by your local cafe, there are so many drink options that you might feel overwhelmed. Most types of coffee include espresso. Here are 3 key differences between espresso vs cappuccino.  An espresso is concentrated coffee made using pressurized hot water. They are served in small cups (single or double). Cappuccinos are espresso-based …

Espresso is one of the most popular coffee drinks, and for good reason. The concentration of coffee flavors is outstanding, and it’s easy to drink. There are a number of espresso variations. What are the differences between ristretto vs long shot? Ristretto and the long shot are variations of an espresso. Ristretto is known as …

Coffee shops offer lots of options. You’ve probably come across espresso and ristretto. How do ristretto vs espresso compare in flavor, volume, caffeine, and origin? Espresso is concentrated coffee made with an espresso machine using pressurized hot water. Ristretto is also made with an espresso machine using the same process. The sole difference is the …

How many types of coffee do you know? And how can we tell them apart? What’s the difference between espresso vs coffee? Here’s how to choose between coffee and espresso. Espressos are a basic component of most coffee drinks, including lattes and cortados. They are made with pressurized hot water. Coffee is typically brewed with a …