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Prolong Your Coffee Maker’s Life – How to Clean A Coffee Maker Without Vinegar
There comes a time in every coffee drinker’s life when they make that one pot of coffee that just tastes wrong. It may be too bitter, too acidic, or just flat-out weird tasting. Now, this could be for several reasons, but the most likely reason is that you need to...
Lovely Lattes And Exquisite Espressos: Which Of These 5 Latte Machines Should You Buy?
Ah, luxurious lattes. Smooth and silky, frothy and decadent – it’s like the grown-up big brother to a cappuccino. And with lattes, it’s all about the texture of the foam. The milkier and more velvety the better. Although the quality of the espresso produced remains...
Is Coffee Acidic? An Exploration Of Acidity In Coffee
We live in a world of opposites. Light and dark, heat and cold, sweet and savory. And when it comes to coffee, the world’s FAVORITE DRINK, there’s another factor to consider. Namely, acidity. So just how acidic is coffee anyway? When we say our daily cup of joe is on...
Keurig 1.0 vs 2.0: K250 vs K-Classic – Which Single-Serve Coffee Machine Should You Buy?
Since 2003, when its first domestic coffee appliances began appearing in home kitchens around the United States, Keurig has become a byword for coffee maker. And it’s easy to see why. They're constantly innovating, there’s a truly fantastic range of beverages, and...
Keurig K475 Review – The Swiss Army Knife of Keurigs
These days, everyone has some version of a single-serve coffee maker. The convenience of not having to brew a giant pot makes it a very attractive option for people on the go, hotels, break rooms, and small families. While there are many brands to choose from, one has...
Taste the Nostalgia: How to Make Cowboy Coffee Over a Campfire
While many love to explore the great outdoors, some balk at the idea of spending several days or even weeks in nature without a good cup of coffee. Fortunately, there is a simple solution. Cowboy coffee is an easy way to make coffee outdoors that rugged men and coffee...
Eating Coffee Beans: Our Straightforward Guide To The Good, The Bad, And The Undecided
So we all love drinking coffee, right? We also love it as a flavoring in cakes, and cookies, and sauces. And the scent of freshly ground, freshly brewing coffee, is one of the pleasures in life. But has it ever occurred to you that there are times when eating coffee...
Eleven Of The Best Columbian Coffees: Which One Should You Choose?
Ah, the lush green mountain slopes of the Andes. The fresh, crisp air. The hours of sunshine. And just enough rainfall. It all makes for great coffee. Some of the very best Colombian coffee is grown in the area known as the Coffee Triangle. But how do you choose, when...
The Bitter, Better Coffee Drink – Longing For A Lungo Coffee
Like everything else in life, coffee continues to evolve. And in our thoroughly modern times, as well as espresso, you’ll often see lungo and ristretto on a coffee shop or coffee machine menu. So, if espresso means expressed, doppio means double, and cortado means...
Convenience In A Cup: We Compare And Contrast A Dozen Of The Best Instant Coffees
Your name for it might be instant coffee, soluble coffee, coffee crystals or coffee powder. Whatever you call it, even the most die-hard coffee aficionado usually has a jar or tin of this essential pantry standby somewhere at the back of a cupboard. But with such a...
Luxurious Latte, Lingering Lungo, Excellent Espresso, Or Magical Mocha – What Types Of Coffee Are There?
Coffee is the world’s favorite drink. There are so many options now, however, that it can be a little tricky even for baristas to keep up with them all. So come with us on a magical mystery tour through some of the different types of coffee available. Learn what...
Our Breville BES870XL Review – Whip Up Classy Coffees And Frivolous Froth
Most times, when you buy a new coffee machine, you’re looking for a way to brew authentic-tasting barista-style coffee quickly, efficiently, and in the comfort of your own home. Buying a new coffee machine isn’t something to be taken lightly, especially if you’re...
