If you’re looking for an average cup that’s quick and reliable, electric drip is the way to go. But, if you’re looking to challenge yourself and potentially make a fantastic cup that’s tailored to your preferences, give pour-over a try. Why is pour-over coffee better than drip? Pour over: Due to the differences in the … Read more
What is a stovetop coffee? The stovetop, or moka pot, is a coffee brewer that uses heat to create a pressurised brew Stovetop coffee is similar to espresso in strength and mouthfeel. Is stovetop coffee good? Moka pot coffee can still be balanced, well rounded, and sweet , though generally the coffee has a deeper, … Read more
All you need is hot water and a cup! To use the drip bag coffee, you simply tear off the top of vacuum-packed packet and filter bag to expose the ground coffee, shake it lightly to level, slip the holder handles over the edges of your cup and pour hot water over the coffee a … Read more
So, What is Espresso? Espresso coffee is a small 1 to 2 oz. shot of pressure-brewed coffee using between 6.5 and 7.5 grams (about 1 Tablespoon) of finely ground coffee Brewing takes about 25 to 30 seconds. Properly brewed, an espresso will feature a layer of rich dark golden cream, called crema on the surface. … Read more
Generally speaking, a latte contains less caffeine when compared against a cup of regular drip coffee , ounce for ounce. For each shot of espresso in your latte, you can add roughly 75 milligrams of caffeine. If you are unsure how many shots of espresso there is in your latte, just ask your barista! Do … Read more
No, you can’t make a regular cup of coffee with an espresso machine , unless you have a dual purpose machine that makes both espresso and coffee. The process of making espresso is different from that of making coffee. With espresso the hot water is forced through compacted coffee grinds at pressure. Do you need … Read more
Pour your ground coffee into the filter. Pour just enough heated (200 degrees) water over the coffee grounds to saturate the top. Wait 30 seconds to allow the coffee to “bloom”. Continue to slowly pour the water over the coffee grounds, keeping the water level about 1/4 inch below the top of the brewer. What … Read more
There isn’t any special coffee made specifically for percolators You can use any coarsely ground coffee, ideally going for coarse to medium grind. Avoid fine-ground coffee though, as the grains are likely to dissolve and go through the filter. What kind of coffee do you use for a percolator? The best coffee to use in … Read more
Why does pour over taste better than drip? Pour over: Due to the differences in the brewing processes , pour overs tend to create more flavor than regular drip coffee. Because the brewing process takes longer for pour over, the water has more time to pull the flavors and oils from the coffee grounds. Why … Read more
Set a dripper cone on top. Line with paper filter and add the ground coffee. Tare scale to zero once more. Pour just enough near-boiling water onto grounds to wet them, then let stand 30 seconds (this is called blooming the coffee and will improve the flavor of the final brew). How do you make … Read more