Anyone who has been inside a coffee shop has probably heard of a cappuccino before, but what about a flat white? Have you ever heard of or had one of those? Do you know what the difference between a flat white and a cappuccino is?  The short answer is that the type and amount of foam in a flat white and a cappuccino is very different, but there is a little more to it than that. Let’s take a more in-depth look at what the differences are between a flat white and cappuccino coffee drinks.  What is a flat white?  A flat white is a small espresso based coffee drink…

Chances are that if you are a coffee lover you have heard the term latte before, but what about a flat white? Have you ever had or heard of one of those? What is the difference between a flat white and latte coffee drinks? The simple answer is that a flat white is a coffee drink that has a higher ratio of coffee to milk than a latte does and is also smaller than a latte.  There is a little more to it than that of course, so let’s take a deep dive into the differences between flat white and latte coffee drinks. What is a Flat White?  A flat…

There has been a lot of talk about cold brew coffee lately, but exactly what is cold brew coffee? Can you make amazing cold brew coffee at home? Keep reading and find out everything that you need to know about cold brew coffee and how to make a perfect cold brew right at home.  What is cold brew coffee?  Many people think that cold brew coffee is simply coffee that is served over ice or chilled, but this is not the case. Cold brew coffee is coffee that has been brewed with cold or room temperature water over a period of hours or days instead of brewing it with hot…

Have you heard the term pour over coffee only to scratch your head and wonder what that is? Not to worry, this post will teach you everything that you ever wanted or needed to know about pour over coffee. Pour-over coffee simply refers to coffee that is brewed by pouring hot water over coffee grounds in a filter and then allowing the hot water to drip down on to the grounds into a carafe leaving you with a delicious cup of coffee.  This method is also sometimes referred to as hand brewing or manual brewing, and while many act as though it is a new discovery, this method of brewing…

Coffee is more than just a tantalizing, caffeine inducing beverage – it’s a lifestyle, a culture of its own. As a devotee to this coffee club, it’s only natural to want to stay up to date on popular drinks. If you’ve been asking yourself what is a piccolo coffee? Or if you’ve had a piccolo coffee, you’re wondering where can I learn how to make a piccolo coffee? Well, friend, you’re in luck.  Sit back, relax, and heck, maybe even grab your last cup of normal coffee, because you’re going to want to make piccolos from here on out. I’ll cover all the need-to-knows and even how to make piccolo…

How do you drink your coffee? Our friends and our favourite barista know without asking. A feeling of comfort and intimacy on a coffee deprived morning. But our set coffee habits should not keep us from exploring new options, like a delicious mocha. So what is a mocha? Can I make a mocha at home? Or is it so complicated that only a trained barista can make it? A mocha coffee is a combination of coffee, chocolate and milk. Contrary to what you might expect, it tastes stronger than an espresso or a latté. It has a unique flavour that will excite your taste buds and an aroma that will…

Making Turkish coffee at home is possible with our handy guide. Across the world, Turkish coffee is one of the most popular, and the amount of work that goes into making it leaves it nothing short of special. Wherever you are in the world, you can master how to make Turkish coffee.  There are simply a couple of things you need to get right first; your preparation and the right technique. You’ll need super fine Turkish coffee grounds in your culinary arsenal. There are several rushed guides out there on how to cook Turkish coffee, but we’ll take you through everything you need to know from start to finish. What…

Interested in using a coffee plunger but don’t know where to start? Not to worry, we’ve outlined how to use a coffee plunger to get some lovely coffee that is sludge and silt free. This happens to be my favourite way to make coffee so I’m particularly excited to show you the ropes.  Coffee plungers can seem complicated but they are actually quite simple once you know the mechanics behind them. If you’re wondering how to make plunger coffee this article is for you.  Quick French Press Brewing Guide Here are some quick tips on how to make the best coffee in a french press: Start boiling water (filtered is…

It’s every non-dairy coffee lover’s wish: to have a smooth, silky cup of coffee made with almond milk at home. Almond milk curdles in coffee, which means you have to choose between lousy coffee or no coffee. It’s the eternal mystery – how to make coffee with almond milk.   There is a way to make it work though and coffee and almond milk can be the best of friends when made the right way. We’ll go through everything you need to know, as well as recommending some of the best almond milk for coffee at the end of this article. What is Almond Milk? Almond milk is a dairy and…

Today we’re talking about how to use a moka pot, and why moka pot coffee doesn’t deserve the bad rap it usually gets. They’re a great way to make delicious coffee if you stick to a few basic rules! So, how to make coffee with a moka pot taste great? Well, we’re here to share all of our tips and tricks so you can make perfect moka pot coffee. We’ll also fill you in on some common mistakes when using a moka pot. Quick Moka Pot Brewing Guide Fill the bottom chamber with freshly boiled water to just below the valve. Fill filter basket with fine ground coffee – DO…