The perfect espresso should have the correct balance of sweetness, acidity and a smooth finish. This is achieved by dialling in. Dialling in helps extract the correct amount of soluble flavour in the coffee. But, without the appropriate experience or knowledge, dialling in can be a frustrating task. Knowing how to dial is a must …
The Aeropress coffee maker is hailed across the specialty coffee world as one of the best ways to brew coffee. It’s simple, portable, and brews delicious full-bodied coffee that rivals most other brewing methods. But this amazing little gadget does have a few drawbacks: it requires some trial and error with the grind size and …
No matter how good your coffee beans are, the wrong grind size can mean you never achieve a consistent and accurate flavour profile. But how do you know which grind size is the correct one for your favourite brewing method? In the guide below, we compare the grind size for different brewing methods, outline the …
So you have a portafilter, you have ground coffee, and you’re ready to tamp. Coffee tamping is not an exact science, but it is a skill that can be learned through practice. You’ll be pleased to know that tamping espresso grounds correctly isn’t as complex as it may seem. Read on as we break down …
You don’t have to be a barista to pull a great espresso shot at home, but you do need to know all about crema. If you don’t want your home-made coffee to come out bitter or flavourless, it’s important to know what makes this foamy substance at the top of an espresso shot. This article …
Iced coffee and iced latte are two of the most popular coffee orders on hot summer days. They are refreshing, delicious, and provide that much-welcomed caffeine hit. So what’s the difference between the two, how do you order one at a coffee shop, and how do you make one at home? In the guide below, …
Cappuccino is a well-known coffee drink that you come across in cafes and coffee shops everywhere. Most of us would define it as a coffee with lots of foam on top. But how exactly does it differ from other milky coffees? And how do these differences affect the taste? Below, we cover everything you need …
Have you tried a Café au lait? This drink is extremely popular in France and several other countries, mostly in Europe. It is generally consumed at breakfast. It’s a mixture of two liquids: coffee and warm milk. In fact, its name literally means “coffee with milk” in French. Want to learn more about this interesting …
There’s no denying how refreshing a cup of iced coffee can be on a hot day. What’s more, iced coffee ensures you don’t need to forgo your caffeine kick when the weather warms up. Luckily, with a few simple pieces of coffee gear (and some freshly roasted beans), you can make delicious iced coffee from your …
The french press is one of our favourite brewing methods. There is a certain old-time feel to it and we find the taste to be more robust than other methods, especially drip coffee. So when people ask us how they should select their coffee for french press, we offer them these tips below – take …