Tips & Guides

Does espresso come in decaf? Yes, it does. In fact, most coffee beverages offer a decaffeinated version. But how much do you know about decaffeinated espresso, and how is it made? My guess isn’t that much. Frankly, I didn’t even … Read more

Is espresso black coffee? This question might be easy to answer; however, the appearance of an authentic espresso might suggest a different answer. That’s why, out of my curiosity, I researched to find the answer to why espresso color is … Read more

Origin of Freddo Espresso  As much as people in China enjoy their daily cup of tea, Greeks, on the other hand, certainly love their mornings with coffee and enjoy it in various mixes. Not only is Iced coffee famous in … Read more

Can you make espresso with regular coffee beans? Well, the short answer is ‘yes,’ but there are some caveats you’ll need to know. We’ll flesh these out for you in the following sections. Answering a Common Question Espresso shots keep … Read more

Why is my espresso bitter? Sophisticated coffee lovers look for the best tasting espresso but finding that doesn’t taste quite right is an all too common experience. Much of the problem lies in the extraction process. Over-extracted and under-extracted espresso … Read more

What is espresso ground coffee? Identifying the distinct characteristics of the wide variety of espresso ground coffee can be confusing even for an avid coffee drinker. It is also a topic commonly talked about among cafe business owners and coffee … Read more

How many bars for espresso? The average coffee drinker has no idea what a bar is, much less how this measurement can affect the quality of your espresso. This post is designed to fill up this all-too-common knowledge gap. A … Read more

Are espresso beans different than coffee beans? This question might seem simple on the surface, but there are many complexities involved in answering it. Coffee is the preferred drink to start off the morning for many people. For these people, … Read more

Knowing how to make a perfectly good espresso shot properly is a must for any starting coffee shop. If you’re starting to learn your ways around coffee, you probably have a ton of questions. Did you ever wonder how long … Read more

First things first: What is cold espresso? And can you brew cold espresso and still get the same taste? These questions bug every barista and avid coffee drinker. That is why this dilemma needs to be addressed. If you’re looking … Read more