How to divide steamed milk to pour two identical coffees
This question was asked by Sandra, a home barista who was struggling to get consistent milk foam on her second cup. Sandra was steaming milk for two coffee’s at the...
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Deepening our experience of tasting coffee
Part 1: Identifying acids As a way to deepen our experience - and enjoyment - of coffee, we’re doing a short series on how to identify the various flavours within...
Cappuccino at home with a Stovetop Brewer
If you're spending time at home, you'll want to brew delicious coffee! The good news is that you don't need expensive equipment to make great coffee. As you'll see in...
Brewing with #nofilter, cezve style
Brewing Specialty Coffee on the Cezve, Ibrik, Turkish Coffee Pot or Greek Style It goes by many names. It’s ancient. And it’s a beautiful way to brew. After nearly 20...
Brewing Coffee with a Chemex
I've loved the Chemex for years! From its fine award winning design to its iconic appearance in the James Bond’s movie, 'From Russia With Love'. But I really love it...
Brew coffee at home with an AeroPress
Just when the world of coffee brewing looked set in stone, along come the AeroPress! Since it's launch, this brewing wonder has seen a volcanic rise in popularity and praise....
How to brew french press coffee at home
Three great qualities about french press is the richness of body, the depth of flavour it achieves and stable extraction in every brew. There’s really nothing you can do to...
How to make a Macchiato at home
When a macchiato is perfectly made it can be a time stopping moment. Imagine a coffee that has the soft mouthfeel of toasted marshmallow mixed with lightly toasted hazelnut and...
How to train your palate
Following on from our acids in coffee sensory video we’ve decided to do a double feature: It's not as good as Tarantino and Rodriguez, but in my humble opinion, it's...
How to get consistent results with a stovetop brewer
This question was asked by Angus, who wanted to know how to get repeatable and consistent results brewing coffee with a stovetop brewer. Thanks Angus, great question! I'll write up...
Does it matter if my coffee beans are fresh?
A little while back we asked our customers to tell us what they wanted to know about making coffee at home. We’ve received some great questions, which has inspired numerous...
How to make a long black at home
That time I made a long black on a Linea Mini If you’ve never made coffee on a La Marzocco Linea Mini, put it on your bucket list! La Marzocco...
Unboxing and reviewing the Bodum Siphon Vacuum Brewer
Yes, another siphon brewer review. Why, because it's damn good, brews a fine cup of coffee and is “oh-so-simple!” I must point out that I won this brewer at the...
Can fresh roasted coffee ever be too fresh?
Great question! While I have said before that you need to “buy fresh roasted coffee” to keep it special, beans can actually be too fresh for brewing. Let me explain....
How to make a killer filter brew coffee at home.
Beautiful design is not only stunning to look at, but it also can serve a functional purpose that improves both the experience and the outcome. This is definitely the case...
The smell of coffee and why it’s important to know.
As I sit at my breakfast table I sniff little bottles jam-packed with aroma and try to recall what I’m smelling. My brain searches for associations and memories that will...