Have you ever had an espresso and found it ridiculously sour? Maybe it was more bitter, maybe even burnt tasting. It shouldn’t taste like that at all. Espresso ideally tastes rich and smooth; like a regular non-bitter coffee, just with more intense flavor. It got me wondering. Why does an espresso ...

The best coffee doesn't have to come from a barista. Most of us are aware you can buy espresso makers to brew coffee from the comfort of your own home and this can save you a lot of money over the years as well as giving you the satisfaction of brewing your own delicious cup of java. What a ...

There are not many drinks more luxurious than a thick, foamy cappuccino, whether you enjoy it plain or with a touch of cinnamon or chocolate shavings scattered over the foam. A delicious drink to enjoy, the cappuccino is notoriously tricky to brew at home. Although most coffee lovers have a ...

For those folk who take coffee SERIOUSLY, a fully automatic espresso machine brings tears to their eyes and these are not tears of joy. Espresso making is a highly versatile and adaptable skill that's more like an art than a learned procedure. Any budding barista knows, to get the very best ...

If you love a smooth cup of drip coffee to wake you up in the morning yet you also enjoy the bold, intense flavor of espresso or the rich creamy taste of a latte then you may have spent your life stuck between two coffee worlds. Coffee machines are expensive, require maintenance, and take ...

A fully automatic espresso machine isn't a cheap buy but what you get for your money makes the investment worthwhile. If you're fed up with weak, tasteless coffee and don't want to traipse to a coffee shop every time you need a pick-me-up, then these machines will suit you down to the ground. ...

There are hundreds of fantastic coffee makers out there. From the classic Mr. Coffee to Cuisinart and everything in between. Although there is a huge variety of options available, non can compete with Keurig when it comes to compact coffee machines. The Keurig K-Mini has a tiny footprint of ...

Ordering a cup of coffee can be a bit of a guessing game with all the weird and wonderful names it goes by. From mochas to macchiatos and Caffe lattes to cold brew, the coffee language is very diverse. This is not helped of course, by Starbucks and their extensive menu, and it can feel like ...

We all know a coffee snob. Whether that person is a friend or yourself, there is an appreciation of coffee in all our lives. At first, hunting for a gift for a coffee snob seems like an easy gift idea. Then it gets tricky; if they’re particular over their coffee, surely they’ll be picky over ...

I love espresso. That thick, honey-like texture, bold mix of flavors, and rich crema floating on top give you a taste sensation that lasts for hours after the coffee is consumed. It's perfect served black for an intense start to the day or top it up with steamed milk and enjoy a creamy latte or ...