We are often asked what makes a perfect espresso? There is no simple answer, as this is subjective and different people have different criteria when choosing an espresso shot. So let us look at Espresso beans, roast and extraction methods and help you decide what you need to make your perfect Espresso shot. Choosing a…
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Every part of the world has their own way of brewing coffee. Something I found very interesting is that in regions that are world renowned for their coffee quality, the bulk of people drink coffee in very “primitive” ways. Most of the following are simply coffee grounds added to simmering or hot water and poured…
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A simple coffee using finely ground beans and prepared in a traditional stove top method is quite easy to make. Use a stove top pan or Briki, and finely ground coffee. For our Greek coffee we prefer to use Brazilian Santos or Java beans. Typically Arabica grown in the milder lower part of the coffee…
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The Truth about “Naturally Decaffeinated Coffee” Many brands of coffee promote their decaf as ‘Naturally Decaffeinated’. This might conjure up images of obliging coffee plants producing caffeine free beans or coffee producers tempting the caffeine out of the coffee beans with videos of baby pandas sneezing. How to decaffeinate coffee The truth has rather more…
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With the seemingly endless amount of coffee beans produced in a plethora of growing regions each year to keep up with the demand of billions, coffee aficionados strive to find the best of the best. One might wonder, “why don’t these people just grow their own coffee?” And while that is a legitimate question, growing…
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Coffee is a drink that has been around for a long time, since about 850 A.D or so, actually. Starting from humble beginnings, coffee has throughout the years has become a commodity that touches base with oil. The first documented case of coffee consumption comes from the goat herder, Kaldi, in 850 A.D in what…
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Many people get confused with popular coffees so we are going to take a look at the most common ones people compare and see the differences in our coffee 1 vs coffee 2 guide. Because coffees can have similar names or due to unfamiliarity it can be confusing so hopefully this simple pocket guide will…
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In most hobbies, there are entry level products, mid level products, and higher end products. With fountain pen collecting, some pens cost only a couple dollars, while some can cost a few thousand dollars. Coffee is very similar in this sense, meaning that there is inexpensive coffee that is widely available, and there is some…
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For chocolate and coffee lovers around the world, the mocha is the ideal drink; a mix of smooth and sweet chocolate, coupled with decadent espresso shots, perfectly steamed milk, and topped off with whip cream. It is also a great introduction to coffee for those who are used to sweeter drinks.
Differences between Arabica & Robusta beans It is not really hard to choose, but they both offer something different. It is common for both Arabica and Robusta varieties of beans to be blended after separate roasting to create a controlled flavour and experience. Purists will always favour Arabica. Robusta is rarely chosen as a favourite…
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