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Why Is My French Press Hard To Press: 3 Causes & Fixes

French Press coffee can be bold and delicious. However, a common frustration point for people is, why is my French Press sometimes hard to press down? In my opinion, French Press plungers usually get stuck from too fine a coffee grind or a low-quality grinder. But there are other possibilities,…

By Luke (Musician & Specialty Coffee Expert) Brewing

Can You Filter Turkish Coffee? Yes, But Why You Shouldn’t

There's no denying the allure of Turkish coffee, a method that brings you to coffee's beginning. However, people accustomed to the clean taste of standard drip/filter coffee often wonder, is Turkish coffee filtered? If not, can you filter Turkish coffee to make it cleaner? The answer is yes, you technically…

By Luke (Musician & Specialty Coffee Expert) Brewing, Coffee Facts

Why Is My Turkish Coffee Not Foaming? 5 Reasons & Solutions

Turkish coffee can be an enjoyable brewing method that connects you to coffee's long history. The thick texture and foam taste delicious and pair perfectly with something sweet. However, learning how to make Turkish coffee with foam can be tricky. Many people have the same problem: Why is my Turkish…

By Luke (Musician & Specialty Coffee Expert) Brewing, Coffee Facts

Why Does My Pour Over Coffee Take So Long? 5 Reasons & Fixes

People put a lot of effort into investing in pour over coffee equipment, buying fancy beans, and researching to learn the proper brewing skills. However, pour over coffee taking too long is a common frustration. Even after doing everything correctly, why is it draining so slowly? The most common reason…

By Luke (Musician & Specialty Coffee Expert) Brewing

Pour Over vs Drip Coffee: Why Is Pour Over Better Than Drip?

You've probably seen the classic image of a coffee connoisseur slowly brewing on a manual pour over coffee maker. The gooseneck kettle, the scale, the fancy beans, and perhaps some hipster clothes are often involved. So in the pour over vs drip coffee maker debate, why do manual drippers always…

By Luke (Musician & Specialty Coffee Expert) Brewing, Coffee Facts

Immersion Coffee Brewing 101: Why It’s Unique & Best Methods

If you're a coffee enthusiast, you've probably heard about immersion brewing and how delicious it can be. But what is immersion coffee brewing? Are methods of coffee immersion brewing truly better, or is it just hype? And which immersion brewer is best if you want to start brewing at home?…

By Luke (Musician & Specialty Coffee Expert) Brewing, Coffee Facts

How To Make Cold Brew Coffee At Home: Recipe, Tips, & Tricks

You've probably tasted this smooth low-acid beverage many times at a coffee shop, but now you're wondering how to make cold brew coffee at home. Is homemade cold brew coffee making difficult? Can you just use any coffee beans? Consider this article the easiest DIY cold brew coffee recipe you…

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Easy Homemade Iced Latte Recipe: How To Make This Delicious Drink

If you ever listen to orders at your local coffee shop, you know how popular an iced latte drink is. Compared to regular coffee, iced lattes have a delightful balance of bold coffee flavor and sweet milk, all with the refreshing coolness of ice. However, learning how to make an…

By Luke (Musician & Specialty Coffee Expert) Brewing, Espresso

How To Make Turkish Coffee At Home: Easy Recipe & Instructions

If you want to learn how to make Turkish coffee at home, this article will give you all the details. Making Turkish coffee is not as tricky as other methods, but you will find that it takes some practice. Measuring out the ingredients for this Turkish coffee recipe is the…

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What Is The Best Water Temperature For Pour Over Coffee?

Making delicious coffee is a science and an art, and the pour over method is one of the most popular choices for coffee enthusiasts. Many factors such as the coffee grind, ratio, and filter affect the flavor. However, finding the best water temperature for your pour over coffee can have…

By Luke (Musician & Specialty Coffee Expert) Brewing, Coffee Facts