Coffee Beans
How to Grind Coffee Beans Without a Grinder (7 Methods)
We've put together 7 easy methods to grind coffee beans without a grinder, now you can still enjoy the awesome goodness of properly gound coffee.
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Everything I’ve learnt about making coffee at home, written down so you don’t repeat my mistakes. New articles every week.
Coffee Culture
Do Coffee Grounds Keep Squirrels Away?
The small to medium-sized rodents that are squirrels are ubiquitous in all sorts of places around the world.
Gear
How to Clean a Breville Coffee Machine. (Step By Step)
Very few people actually enjoy cleaning, especially when it comes to intricate machines like coffee machines. It can be a really frustrating process trying...
Coffee Beans
Ethiopian vs Kenyan Coffee: What is the Difference?
Two east African countries that are both famous for their coffees are Ethiopia and Kenya.
Gear
How to Calibrate and Adjust Your Coffee Grinder.
One often overlooked aspect of creating a good coffee is the quality of the grind. A poorly calibrated coffee grinder will create a non-uniform grind size,...
Gear
How To Clean And Descale A Coffee Machine Reservoir. (Properly)
As with any appliance, coffee machines need to be cleaned regularly to maintain good working order and cleanliness. Although it seems unlikely, one of the...
Coffee Beans
Espresso Powder Substitute: What to Use and the Exact Ratios
Instant coffee is the best espresso powder substitute at 1.5x the amount. Here is the full ratio table, plus why ground coffee will not work.
Brewing Basics
How To Season A Moka Pot (Step By Step)
Relax if you’ve just bought a new Moka pot and realized your coffee tastes horrible! New mokas often give your coffee a metallic or chemical aftertaste...
Gear
Do Percolators Burn Coffee? (Avoid Burnt Percolated Coffee)
If there’s one coffee brewing method that has a worse reputation than any other, its the humble percolator, but for every detractor complaining about burnt...
Brewing Basics
6 Easy Methods To Fix Your Sputtering Moka Pot
Tired of Moka pot sputtering ruining your coffee? Learn how to troubleshoot and repair it with our expert solutions. Say goodbye to frustration!