Coffee Fundamentals

Coffee can be used for things other than waking you up – here are some other ways that coffee can improve your life

We hear a lot of negative things about coffee – people are getting addicted to coffee, millennials are wasting their money on it, and even that it’s not as good for us as we originally thought. We’re fed up with hearing it all – especially when not all of it is true.

Today we wanted to share some of the benefits that come from drinking coffee. Despite what some people would have you believe, there are many, many positive changes that coffee can make in your life.

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Specialty coffee culture has spread throughout much of the world, extending from Italy to much of Europe, North America and Australia. One country that has a historic and prominent place within coffee, yet frequently gets overlooked, is Japan.

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Sometimes brewed coffee simply isn’t enough on its own. When you need an extra jolt of caffeine, the red eye, black eye and dead eye coffees offer varying degrees of what you’re looking for.

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The art, the craft & the flavor

Siphon coffee is among the most artistic and most scientific ways to brew, and it happens to make great-tasting coffee too. For those who love the visual appeal of a Chemex or French press, siphon brewing is also worth exploring.

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What is a Doppio? How to Order, Make & Drink Double Espresso

The double espresso has become a cafe standard. Almost everyone who’s ordered at a cafe has enjoyed a doppio, whether alone or in a larger beverage. From how to order one to how to drink it, here’s all you need to know about a doppio espresso.

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Cascara sits at the intersection of coffee and tea, coming from the coffee plant but brewing (and looking) much more like tea. The beverage has been enjoyed for centuries in coffee-growing regions and is now becoming more common in coffee-drinking countries.

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Nel Drip Coffee: Coffee Brewed Like Tea

Nel drip coffee is a historic pour-over technique that’s unlike any other brew method, and embracing the drip coffee requires forgetting virtually everything known about modern brewing. Because of its unique technique, the method produces a distinctive profile that’s garnered a local following even today.

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Few coffee brewing methods are as established as the French press is. Although a basic brewing method, the press offers a combination of simplicity and quality that have made it a favorite of many for more than 90 years. Whether you’re new to the brewing method or are looking to further hone a long-practiced skill, here’s what to know about a French press and how to brew excellent coffee with one.

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The cafe macchiato is one of the first Italian espresso beverages. Although it’s somewhat fallen out of favor today, the drink is well worth trying if you like strong espresso with just a dash of milk. Here’s a look at the traditional macchiato to the modern one — and how Starbucks has confused almost everyone.

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