I still remember the first time I heard someone claim that the best water temperature for pour-over coffee was a rigid, one-size-fits-all number. It was […]
A Modern Twist: a Recipe for a Coffee Old Fashioned
As I sit here, surrounded by the soft glow of my vintage cocktail glassware and the intoxicating aroma of freshly ground espresso, I’m reminded of […]
A Simple Guide on How to Make a White Russian
As I sit here, sipping on a rich, velvety White Russian, I’m reminded of the countless times I’ve been asked how to make a White […]
An Explainer: What Is a Pacamara Coffee Varietal?
I still remember the first time I encountered a Pacamara coffee varietal. I was visiting a farm in Guatemala, and the farmer showed me this […]
Tasting Notes: a Review of Ethiopian Yirgacheffe Coffee
I still remember the first time I cupped an Ethiopian Yirgacheffe – the floral notes and citrus hints were nothing short of mesmerizing. But what […]
A Guide to the Perfect Irish Coffee
As I sit here, cradling my favorite vintage cocktail glassware, I’m reminded of the countless times I’ve been disappointed by a subpar Irish coffee. It’s […]
A Technician’s Guide to the E61 Group Head
I still remember the first time I laid eyes on an E61 group head – it was like beholding a work of art, a masterpiece […]
A Classic Cup: a Guide to the Bourbon Coffee Varietal
As I sit here, sipping on a cup of expertly roasted bourbon coffee, I’m reminded of the common myth that a guide to the bourbon […]
The Difference Between Milk for a Latte Vs. a Cappuccino
I still remember the days when I’d struggle to understand the difference between milk for a latte vs a cappuccino. As a barista, I knew […]
A Barista’s Secret for How to Get Glossy Microfoam
I still remember the first time I nailed glossy microfoam – it was like a little piece of coffee magic, and it’s actually pretty easy […]