European Bartender School 1 Day Coffee Course – My Experience
European Bartender School 1 Day Coffee Course – My Experience Whether you are a coffee enthusiast, aspiring barista or experienced coffee professional, the European Bartender School’s 1 day coffee course is a great way to sharpen your coffee credentials. This internationally recognised course covers the fundamentals of green coffee cultivation, processing, roasting, brewing, barista art […]
Lavazza’s Wimbledon Partnership: Still Great a Decade On?
Lavazza’s Wimbledon Partnership: Still Great a Decade On? Coffee and queueing go hand in hand, and the partnership between Lavazza and Wimbledon has been a roaring success for the last decade. However, with a turbulent time from the Covid pandemic and fans returning to the famous queue for 2023, is this still a match made […]
The Best Grind Size For French Press Revealed!
The Best Grind Size For French Press Revealed! The French Press is one of the most popular, simple and forgiving coffee brewing devices out there. However, so many people just can’t quite get the grind size right when using a humble French press, and this leads to disappointing results. The fact that a French press […]
How Much Pressure Does a Moka Pot Really Generate?
How Much Pressure Does a Moka Pot Really Generate? Moka pots are traditional coffee making devices that brought pressurized extraction to the masses. But, how much pressure does a Moka pot actually generate, and how does this compare to some of its coffee making rivals? For even coffee extraction, it is more desirable to hold […]
Don’t Tamp Your Moka Pot, It Could Explode!
Don’t Tamp Your Moka Pot, It Could Explode! Whilst tamping is an essential part of making top notch espresso, the same cannot be said for Moka pot brewing. In fact, tamping your humble Moka pot could lead to excess pressure build up, under extracted coffee and even an explosion! Here, I will break down why […]
17 Key Moka Pot Mistakes You Should Avoid
17 Key Moka Pot Mistakes You Should Avoid If you are a keen coffee brewer and like to maintain high standards when it comes to coffee, you’ll want to avoid these major Moka pot mistakes at all costs! The Moka pot is a small and simple coffee brewing device, but that doesn’t make it easy […]
An Enthusiast’s Experience of the London Coffee Festival 2023
An Enthusiast’s Experience of the London Coffee Festival 2023 My experience of the 2023 London Coffee Festival was a unique one. As a coffee enthusiast, I like to think I know a thing or two about coffee bean varieties, machines and what I do and don’t like in a cup of Joe. However, the London […]
9 Best Coffee Beans for Moka Pot 2023
9 Best Coffee Beans for Moka Pot 2023 Moka pots sometimes have a reputation for producing bitter coffee, but this can sometimes be down to using the wrong ingredients or techniques. Picking the best coffee beans for your Moka pot will make a huge difference to your brew, and ensure you enjoy the best that […]
The Best Grind Size For Moka Pot Revealed!
The Best Grind Size For Moka Pot Revealed! The Moka pot has become a mainstay in coffee loving households across the world, especially in Europe. This small but mighty device can brew strong, espresso-like coffee quickly and with no fuss. However, dialing in the correct grind size can be a tricky task, especially for new […]
How to Use a Moka Pot Properly (Step By Step Guide)
How to Use a Moka Pot Properly (Step By Step Guide) The moka pot is one of the most traditional, simple and effective ways to brew strong, espresso-like coffee in minutes. Born in the home of European coffee, Italy, the Moka pot has become a staple across Italian households as the coffee brewer of choice. […]