Coffee lovers often talk about beans and coffee preparation as critical for the quality of that cup we crave, but water is often neglected in those discussions. The fact is water is very important and it is not only an ingredient, but also has a role of solvent. What that means is that quality of it directly influences the process of extraction. As a result, using the same beans and coffee making … [Read more...]
Which US City Has the Most Coffee Shops Per Capita?
The United States is booming with coffee shops all over the place, but Berkeley, California is actually the number one city in terms of coffee shops per capita which a shop for every 2,073 people. There were other contenders that were very close including Vancouver, San Francisco and Seattle. New York is also a very popular place for coffee and studies have been done that show about 62% of adults … [Read more...]
How to Make a Flat White Coffee (Simple Steps)
When it comes to coffee beverages, flat white does not ring a bell for many consumers. It is an espresso beverage that is a combination of espresso and steamed, hot milk in ratio of one to two. This coffee is somewhat similar to latte, but appeals to those looking for stronger flavor and less milk. Fortunately, since it is all about proportion, any coffee shop should be able to produce one of … [Read more...]
How to Make a Coconut Milk Latte (Recipe)
Coconut milk is tasty and creamy type of milk, and as such, it is very suitable as a base of your latte. It may be a challenge to find a coffee shop that would serve this latter, which we would call a specialty, so you may be left on your own. Fortunately, this is not a problem, because the recipe is actually surprisingly easy and quite affordable. The beverage is especially popular with those … [Read more...]
9 Best Coffee Shops in SoHo to Try Today
There are many different coffee shops that are fantastic and are located in SoHo. Everyman Espresso is a very popular spot in NYC that is known for their top notch espresso and coffee drinks. About Coffee is mostly about their coffee but they also specialize in various pastries and teas as well. It's also small in size so it's a great place to catch up with a friend. Finally, Cafe Bari has some … [Read more...]
Lelit Mara Review: How cool is it?
The Lelit Mara PL62T and PL62X both use heat exchange boilers but have structural design to help mitigate common issues associated. The MaraX and MaraT are the new popular models in their line up. Most of the line up is similar with their vibration pumps and E61 group heads. Their are small differences in each model and the MaraX is ranked high in user friendliness. The milk frothing is lacking … [Read more...]
Nuova Simonelli Oscar Review
The Nuova Simonelli Oscar II is a heat-exchange boiler at an inexpensive price point. It allows you to steam milk while getting your expresso shot ready. It doesn't come with an over-pressure valve but an after market OPV should be a fine option. Getting started will take some learning but the interface is intuitive. This machine has a very premium steam wand that allows for great latte art. The … [Read more...]
How to Make Cuban Coffee (Cafe Cubano Recipe)
Cuban coffee is a strong, dark roast espresso that’s honestly way too bitter. Cuban Coffee is a super-sweet coffee made with whipped sugar and strong coffee. The whipped sugar rises to the top to form a thick, foamy layer that resembles crema. Cuban coffee is ground very finely, which contributes to its robust flavor. Besides the cafecito, it is served in various incarnations.It’s sweetened with … [Read more...]
La Marzocco Strada Review: Should You Get the AV, EE, or MP?
La Marzocco Strada is for people who take espresso very seriously. There are three variants of the machine: semi-automatic (EE), mechanical paddle (MP), and auto volumetric (AV). All of them feature insulated stainless steel double boilers and offer excellent temperature stability. The models differ on user friendliness. The least expensive of the group, the EE, is the simplest to use. The MP is … [Read more...]
How Much Coffee per Cup | Coffee to Water Ratio for a perfect cup
You can make coffee any way you want to in the morning and it doesn't have to be stressful. We all want a morning routine that is free of stress, and there is a way to achieve that with the perfect cup of coffee. Keep in mind that a cup for a coffee pot is small than a standard cup. A coffee cup is only about five ounces of liquid instead of the usual eight. The amount of coffee you use will … [Read more...]