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 Tips Maintain and Clean a French Press

9 Tips Maintain and Clean a French Press The French press is such an easy to use coffee brewing device, that cleaning and maintaining it properly can often be overlooked by coffee lovers.  However, just because the humble French press is not as complicated or expensive as an authentic espresso machine, doesn’t mean it still […]

Wet vs Dry Cappuccino: Explained! 

Wet vs Dry Cappuccino: Explained!  The Cappuccino is one of the most popular coffee based drinks out there! Cappuccinos have a long, rich history and have a reputation for being silky smooth, multilayered and delicious!  But, there are actually a couple of variations to the cappuccino that many coffee lovers may want to experiment with!  […]

Latte vs Mocha: Which to Choose?

Latte vs Mocha: Which to Choose? Lattes and mochas are both incredibly popular coffee based drinks, but for quite different reasons. A latte and a mocha are actually quite similar in the way they are made, but they are aimed at quite different audiences.  Where a latte is a smooth, creamy espresso based drink that […]

Mocha vs Macchiato: Which to Choose?

Mocha vs Macchiato: Which to Choose? Mochas and macchiatos are both popular variations of classic espresso based drinks. A mocha adds a chocolaty twist to the traditional latte, whereas a macchiato takes the edge off a strong, bitter double espresso by adding a dash of foam.  But, how do these so called misfits of the […]

Americano vs Latte: Which to Choose?

Americano vs Latte: Which to Choose? There are so many coffee variations out there that it can sometimes be a bit overwhelming when you walk into your local coffee shop and aren’t sure which to pick!  However, two of the most popular coffee based drinks are the americano and the latte, but for quite different […]

Cortado vs Latte: Which to Choose?

Cortado vs Latte: Which to Choose? Both cortados and lattes are espresso-based drinks that contain luscious, creamy, steamed milk, with a touch of foam on top for good measure.  However, in this article, I will be focussing on the key differences between two of the most popular shot coffee drinks. The cortado and the latte […]

Bored of Your Regular Americano? Try These 3 Alternatives! 

Bored of Your Regular Americano? Try These 3 Alternatives!  The americano is one of the most simple yet well loved espresso based drinks. Harking back to the second world war, the americano dials down the intensity of an espresso shot, making it more palatable to a wider audience.  Many people mistake an americano for a […]

Bored of Your Regular Cappuccino? Try These 5 Alternatives! 

Bored of Your Regular Cappuccino? Try These 5 Alternatives!  The Cappuccino is one of the most popular coffee based drinks out there! Cappuccinos have a long, rich history and have a reputation for being silky smooth, multilayered and delicious!  But, if you are bored of your regular cappuccino, there are actually a number of variations […]