What are the best coffee beans for espresso?
There is a general misconception that there is a particular “espresso coffee bean”. This does…
Why does my espresso sometimes taste like burnt rubber?
Could be a number of factors. A burnt taste signifies coffee that has been over…
How does Robusta differ from Arabica coffee in terms of look, aroma, flavor, and texture?
Robusta is very different from Arabica in many ways. The first and foremost aspect is…
What is the secret to roasting your own coffee beans?
Roasting coffee is easy and anybody can do it! It’s as simple as making popcorn…
Does bulletproof coffee work and is it legitimate?
Anything works if the person using it or taking it believes it works. That is the power…
What’s important to you when judging the quality of coffee at a coffee shop?
In my opinion, the most important factor is the freshness of the roast. I always…
Coffee beans without parchment turned grey in colour, but are they still good for roasting?
Aged green coffee changes color naturally, from a deeper green immediately after harvesting, to a…
What are the best single cup coffee makers?
For my money the best single cup coffee maker is the Moka Pot, also referred…
How do you make the best cup of coffee at home?
🫘 Use only 100% Arabica green (unroasted) coffee.🫘 Roast it yourself using an inexpensive home…
What is the fastest you have roasted coffee beans and how did they taste?
Every morning I roast 120 grams (about a quarter pound) in only six minutes. There…
What is the best home coffee roaster?
Great question, and one in which it is a good time in human history to…
With conflicting coffee research, caffeine, and health, is it good for you? Where to find reliable information?
Recent research does not seem to be conflicting at all, it shows there are many…
How do I make proper black coffee?
It really all depends on your interptetation of the word “proper”. For me, a proper…
Is there such a thing as developing a tolerance for the effects of strong coffee?
From my personal experience, I would answer, Yes and No. If you are talking about…
What is the best smelling or tasting coffee?
The best smelling/tasting coffee is the freshest roasted and freshly ground 100% Arabica coffee. It…