What is Colada (Cuban) Coffee?
What is Colada (Cuban) Coffee? Many people associate coffee with central Europe, mainly Italy. However, South America has a rich history of coffee trade, production and creative recipes! The Colada coffee is a Cuban drink that combines brown sugar with a small amount of coffee to form a sweet paste. The first few drops of […]
What is a Mocha? (And How to Make One)
What is a Mocha? (And How to Make One) The mocha is a deliciously sweet and nutty flavor sensation that brings together classic coffee and delicious chocolate. The mocha is actually a close relative of the latte, making it velvety, creamy and smooth. But, what exactly is a mocha, where did it come from and […]
7 Ways to Make Espresso Without a Machine
7 Ways to Make Espresso Without a Machine Espresso is universally loved in the coffee world. This short, sharp shot of concentrated aromatic goodness forms the basis of so many coffee drinks that we know and love. However, one of the barriers that stops many home brewers from enjoying great espresso is actually expensive espresso […]
What is a Breve Latte? (And How to Make One)
What is a Breve Latte? (And How to Make One) A breve latte is a modern take on a classic coffee based that comes in a wide range of variations. This American version of the classic Italian latte is richer, creamier and frothier thanks to the use of ‘half and half’, as opposed to regular […]
What is an Espresso? (And How to Make One)
What is an Espresso? (And How to Make One) Espresso is often used as a synonym for coffee since the two are so closely related. High quality espresso is arguably the purest form of coffee, the pinnacle of java drinking experience. It is so great I even named this website after it! But, espresso is […]
What is an Americano? (And How to Make One)
What is an Americano? (And How to Make One) The Americano is a classic, simple and everyday coffee drink that should be championed more than it is. This straightforward expression of black coffee has humble beginnings, but is a pure expression of coffee flavor with a slightly less abrasive flavor. The americano has an […]
What is a Macchiato? (And How to Make One)
What is a Macchiato? (And How to Make One) A macchiato is a traditional Italian coffee drink that offers a short, sharp caffeine hit with a dash of luxurious milk foam. The cafe macchiato has been around for a long time, and it is easy to see why! This simple, small and mighty espresso […]
What is a Flat White? (And How to Make One)
What is a Flat White? (And How to Make One) A flat white is an up and coming coffee drink that has taken the world by storm. Often referred to as the ‘baby latte’, the flat white is a shorter, stronger version of the cafe au lait. But, what exactly is a flat white and […]
What is a Latte? (And How to Make One)
What is a Latte? (And How to Make One) A latte is an iconic coffee based drink that comes in a wide range of variations. Millions of coffee shops around the world sell lattes in one form or another, and it’s no wonder when you think about how the silky smooth milk combines with the […]
What is a Cortado? (And How to Make One)
What is a Cortado? (And How to Make One) Cortados are becoming more and more popular in local coffee shops these days. This strong mix of a double espresso and lightly steamed milk is an attractive proposition for the coffee lover that wants to experience the caffeine hit from a double espresso, but without so […]