I still remember the day I first laid eyes on the Baratza Encore, and how it changed my coffee grinding game forever. As a specialty […]
A Teardown: Conical Vs. Flat Burr Grinders and How They Differ
I still remember the day I first got into the world of specialty coffee – I was faced with a daunting decision: conical vs flat […]
A Guide on How to Make Coffee Liqueur at Home (kahlua)
As I sit here, sipping my freshly brewed coffee, I’m reminded of the countless times I’ve been disappointed by store-bought coffee liqueurs. The truth is, […]
A Review of the Fellow Ode Brew Grinder (gen 2)
I still remember the first time I heard someone say that a good coffee grinder is just about blending in with the background. As a […]
A Guide on How to Improve Your Pouring Technique for Pour-over
I still remember the day I won the national Barista Championship – it was a pivotal moment in my career, and it all came down […]
A Look at the Penny Universities of London
As I sit in one of London’s oldest coffee shops, surrounded by the whispers of the past, I am reminded of the penny universities of […]
A Guide to Understanding Coffee Tasting Notes on the Bag
I still remember the first time I was intimidated by the idea of understanding coffee tasting notes. It was during a coffee cupping session where […]
A Guide to Alternative Milks for Steaming and Latte Art
I still remember the day I realized that alternative milks weren’t just a fad, but a game-changer for my coffee craft. I was competing in […]
An Explainer: Vibratory Vs. Rotary Pumps in Espresso Machines
I still remember the day I first had to choose between vibratory vs rotary pumps in espresso machines for my own workshop. As a technician […]
A Review of Gesha Coffee Beans: Is It Worth the Price?
I still remember the first time I cupped a Gesha coffee – the aroma was intoxicating, with notes of citrus and honey that seemed to […]