A vibratory pump, or vibe pump, is a small electromagnetic workhorse A piston attached to a magnet is set inside a metal coil. Electrical current runs through the coil causing the magnet to rapidly move the piston back and forth, pushing water through the machine. Is a rotary pump better than a vibratory pump? Compared … Read more
The standard size mug capacity in the US is still listed as 8-12 oz However, one might conclude from coffee culture and Starbucks speak that this range could easily be updated to more like 12-20 oz. Until then, caffeinate often, promote shamelessly, and resist the lure of the trenta. What sizes do coffee mugs come … Read more
gourmet coffee is generally made from 100% Arabica beans Arabica beans Coffea arabica (/əˈræbɪkə/), also known as the Arabian coffee, is a species of flowering plant in the coffee and madder family Rubiaceae It is believed to be the first species of coffee to have been cultivated, and is currently the dominant cultivar, representing about … Read more
Pump-driven espresso machines have been around since the 1960s and dominate the market. They work by using an electronic pump to drive pre-heated water through the brew chamber and into a bed of coffee With an electronic pump, it is easy to achieve consistent high pressure. What are pumps in espresso? There are two main … Read more
ceramic cups are often glazed and smooth, whereas stoneware is sometimes left unglazed and can have a sandy texture Stoneware can resist thermal shock. Ceramic does not always survive the thermal shock. Thermal shock refers to going from one temperature to another, like from the fridge to the oven. What is better stoneware or ceramic? … Read more
arabica colombian coffee similar to colombian supremo roasts (many of which are also Arabica), these beans are great for cold brew because of their bold, toasted flavor and notes of chocolate. Is Colombian coffee good for cold brew? Arabica Colombian coffee Similar to Colombian Supremo roasts (many of which are also Arabica), these beans are … Read more