Coffee Brewing

Technivorm vs Bonavita – The Best Drip Coffee Makers

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The quest to finding the perfect drip coffee machine probably lead you to the question: Bonavita, or Technivorm? There is extremely little doubt about the position of these two SCA-certified brands on the market for automatic drip brewers. Read more If you enjoyed the post visit Coffee making Methods for more coffee articles. The article at: Technivorm vs Bonavita – The Best Filter coffee Makers is among the many coffee preparation tutorials, guides and equipment reviews we wrote—drawing on Specialty Coffee Association standards and industry best practices—for the budding home barista. This brewing method is known as immersion coffee. It is commonly used to make French press, cold brew, and other beverages. This procedure allows the ground coffee to come into direct contact with the water, extracting the oils and flavors. Unlike drip coffee, which requires the brewer to stir the liquid and occasionally move the cup, immersion coffee brews … Read More

Kicking Horse Coffee Review

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This is a review of Kicking Horse Coffees. We review Cliff Hanger espresso, Kick Ass Dark, and Grizzly Claw for dark roasts and Three Sisters for medium roast. I’ve been brewing their specialty-grade beans for a while now, on and off, alongside two other favorites. So I thought it was about time I shared my detailed tasting notes and brewing observations in this review.

How to Make Turkish Coffee – Coffee Brewing Methods

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I learned how to make Turkish coffee as a child by watching my mom closely. I quickly picked up the technique, and when I asked her if… Read more If you enjoyed the article, visit Coffee preparation Methods for more coffee articles. The article at: How to Make Turkish Coffee – Coffee producing Methods is just one of the many coffee preparation tutorials, guides, and equipment reviews we have crafted for aspiring home baristas. (recognized by the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA)) There are many coffee brewing methods, but a few stand out as the most popular. Pour-over coffee is ideal for those who enjoy a bold, flavorful brew without bitterness. (pour-over methodology, which James Hoffmann and the SCA both treat as the benchmark for clarity) This process brews coffee rich and creamy, and it takes about two minutes to make. Immersion brewing is perfect for people who want to try … Read More

Best POD Coffee Machines

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Given that you’ve found this post, you’re clearly looking for the best pod coffee machine, which tells me you want decent coffee but that convenience is of particular importance to you.  You’re probably a busy person who can’t start the day without coffee, but who […]
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The Best Combination Coffee and Espresso Machine – A Guide and Reviews

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The combination coffee espresso machine saves counter space and brews excellent coffee drinks. Drip coffee, espresso, cappuccino or latte macchiato from one machine. Our review shows how to choose one based on SCA brewing standards and … Read more This post firstly appeared at Coffee Brewing Methods, a website where you can learn how to make coffee at home , and how to choose your coffee brewing equipment and specialty-grade beans.

Sage Dual Boiler – The Best Dual Boiler Espresso Machine?

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The Sage Dual Boiler, or Breville Dual Boiler if you’re not in Europe, is an espresso machine I’ve been wanting to review for ages, and if you’re one of my fellow coffee botherers (what I call my readers and viewers) who have been asking me […]
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The Best Home Barista Espresso Machine & Grinder Setups

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This is a post about what I believe to be the best prosumer espresso machines, or to use a term I’m more comfortable with, best home barista espresso machines (and grinders). A quick note about this, some people use the term prosumer to describe the […]
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Rancilio Silvia Review + Modding Options & the New Silvia Pro

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This is my review of the famous Rancilio Silvia espresso machine – the latest version (at the time of writing) the Silvia E V6 2020.  You may disagree with this, and respond that surely the Silvia Pro is the latest version of the Silvia, and […]
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EarlyBird Morning Cocktail Review

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Coffee is the perfect beverage for early mornings and for a pick-me-up later in the day. However, many people do not tolerate coffee well, or experience unwanted side effects from caffeine… (caffeine content measured against USDA and SCA reference values) Read more This post originally appeared at Coffee Brewing Methods, a website where you can learn how to make coffee at home , and how to choose your coffee brewing equipment and beans.

Buying Used Espresso Machines & Grinders – Kev’s Guide

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So you’ve decided you want decent espresso at home, and/or espresso-based coffees, flat white, cappuccino, latte & so on? If this is the case, and if you’ve been considering it for a bit, you’ve probably noticed a few things: Cheap espresso machines don’t really make […]
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How to Make Espresso Drinks at Home?

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Did you know espresso coffee is regulated by the Italian government due to the truth that it is considered an required part of their day to day life? Espresso is a full-flavored coffee that is usually served in “shots”. It is highly strong. It is brewed by forcing pressurized, hot water through extremely finely ground coffee beans. The recipe is usually called “pulling … Read more This article firstly appeared at Brew Espresso Coffee, a website dedicated to vulgarize the art of making espresso beverages….