Category: Coffee Beans
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Aeropress vs Moka Pot
There are many ways to brew coffee. There are more traditional brewing styles, such as the French press and Moka pot, and modern brewing styles, such as Aeropress or Minipresso. Are these brewing styles similar? What about Moka pot and Aeropress? Moka Pot and Aeropress are manual coffee makers requiring no electricity. They, however, differ…
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Are Coffee Beans And Espresso Beans The Same?
At times, shopping for coffee beans can be a confusing experience. You may see light, medium, and dark roasted beans. On top of those, there are also espresso beans. Are espresso beans similar to coffee beans? Regular coffee beans and espresso beans are the same. However, you can consider espresso beans as a subtype of…
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Can You Eat Raw Coffee Beans?
We know that coffee beans are regularly roasted or brewed to make drinks. You may also have heard of people brewing and drinking raw coffee beans. However, you may wonder if it is possible to eat raw coffee beans directly. You can eat raw coffee beans, although it is very uncommon. Raw coffee beans contain…
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How Much Caffeine Is In Latte?
Latte is a popular coffee drink; many love it because it tastes milder and creamy. However, some drinkers overdosed on caffeine, as Latte tasted so good they drank more cups than they should. How much caffeine is in Latte? A cup of Latte with a single espresso shot could have 45 to 118 mg of…
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Is a Blonde Espresso Stronger than a Regular Espresso?
Blonde espresso can be said as a variant of espresso and has been popular since Starbucks introduced it in 2018. However, how does it compare to regular espresso? Is blonde espresso stronger than regular espresso? Blonde espresso is not stronger than regular espresso in taste, as it uses lightly roasted beans. This means it is…
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Is Chai Latte Coffee?
When at a coffee shop, you may be intrigued to see Chai Latte on the menu. You ordered it, and it tastes milky, sweet, and wonderful. However, there does not seem to be a coffee taste in it. Is Chai Latte coffee? Chai Latte is not coffee. It is spiced black tea combined with steamed…
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What is a Shaken Espresso?
Espresso is a straightforward drink. It is a shot of coffee pulled out from an espresso machine. But what about shaken Espresso? Do you shake the Espresso in a shaker as if you are making a cocktail? What is a Shaken espresso? The shaken Espresso is a recipe for a coffee drink made popular by…
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How To Make Espresso With A French Press
Espresso machines can be expensive, so not all of us have one lying at home. Fortunately, you can make espresso at home manually, such as using a French press. How do you make espresso with a French press? Combine about half a cup (36 grams) of medium-fine espresso roasts with about 205ml of hot water…
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Best Coffee For French Press
French press is probably one of the most popular ways to brew coffee because it is simple to use. However, a French press brews coffee differently, which may suit certain coffee beans. What is the best coffee for the French press? The best coffee for French press are light and medium roasts, with natural sweetness…
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How Much Caffeine In A Shot Of Espresso?
As much as we love espresso, we still need to be wary of one thing, the caffeine. Take too much, and you may have issues falling asleep. As we sip our espresso, we should know the caffeine content inside. How much caffeine is there in a shot of espresso? A single shot of espresso should…
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How to Tell if Coffee Beans are Fresh?
The scent and flavor of freshly roasted coffee are divine, but sometimes your coffee stays unbrewed longer than you’d planned and goes a little off. It happens to everyone, but roasted coffee beans are particularly volatile and don’t last too long once exposed to oxygen. If your coffee tastes a little flatter, use these methods…
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The Best Way to Travel With Coffee Beans
Are you planning to bring coffee beans with you on your next out-of-town trip? Are you unsure what the rules and regulations are when traveling on a plane with them? In this guide, we’ll explain the best ways to bring coffee beans on your flight, the rules and regulations, and answers to related questions about…