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AeroPress vs French Press: What’s Different & How To Choose

The AeroPress vs French Press debate: If you're choosing between these two coffee makers, which brewing method is right for you? Both methods are full immersion and can make great coffee, but the AeroPress tends to have a cleaner flavor due to its filter. French Press coffee tends to have…

By Luke (Musician / Specialty Coffee Expert) Coffee Facts, Buying Guides

What Is Cold Brew Coffee? Learn All About This Popular Drink

While most coffee lovers have certainly heard of cold brew, many are unfamiliar with the exact definition and brewing parameters. So, what is cold brew coffee? In short, you brew coffee grounds with cold water, creating a remarkable difference in flavor, acidity levels, and caffeine content. People tend to love…

By Luke (Musician / Specialty Coffee Expert) Coffee Facts

Espresso Crema: Learn What Espresso Foam Is & How To Get It

Besides adding visual beauty and texture to your espresso drinks, what is espresso crema? In short, espresso foam is a layer of microbubbles and oils that form on the top of an espresso shot. However, I wanted to dive deeper into coffee crema for the real nerds out there by…

By Luke (Musician / Specialty Coffee Expert) Coffee Facts, Espresso

What Is An Espresso Coffee? Learn Espresso Definition, History, & More!

You've heard the term espresso a million times—maybe you have even ordered it in a latte or cappuccino. But what is the definition of an espresso coffee? Is it the same as coffee? In short, an espresso shot is a concentrated beverage made with pressurized water and a fine grind.…

By Luke (Musician / Specialty Coffee Expert) Coffee Facts, Espresso

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 greatly affect…

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

French Press vs. Pour Over Coffee: Which Is Better For You?

SUMMARY: I regularly brew French Press coffee at home and love the method. As a full immersion method, it has a characteristic depth of flavor. However, I also love making pour over coffee. For me, the difference between a French Press and pour over coffee comes down to the body…

By Luke (Musician / Specialty Coffee Expert) Coffee Facts, Coffee Culture

How To Make Pour Over Coffee: Complete Guide For Any Dripper

Whatever specific manual dripper you use at home—the Chemex, Hario V60, Kalita Wave, or something else—this brew guide will teach you how to make pour-over coffee delicious every time. I'll link to specific recipes where relevant, however, consider this my coffee pour-over 101 guide, covering the theory, grind size, water…

By Luke (Musician / Specialty Coffee Expert) Brewing

AeroPress Espresso Recipe: How to Make Delicious Espresso at Home

Any coffee lover knows that espresso has a way of bringing out the most mouthwatering coffee flavors. So, for those without an espresso machine, I will teach you how to make espresso with an AeroPress at home. This is my favorite AeroPress espresso recipe because it is such a contrast…

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

How To Make French Press Coffee: A Delicious & Bold French Press 101 Recipe

The French Press—sometimes called a press pot or coffee press—is a popular brewing device that's been around for almost a century. People love the full-bodied and rich taste of this full immersion method, and in bigger sizes, you can make enough coffee for four people. The classic design has changed…

By Luke (Musician / Specialty Coffee Expert) Brewing

How To Make Chemex Coffee: My Favorite Chemex Pour Over Recipe

The Chemex pour over has been popular since 1941. Chemex coffee is known for its clarity of taste and with this recipe, you'll make delicious coffee every time.

By Luke (Musician / Specialty Coffee Expert) Brewing