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What is Peaberry?
Peaberry is a type of coffee bean. Normally, the fruit of the coffee plant, called cherry, develops a coffee bean from two fertilized seeds within each cherry.
How to Operate Semi-Automatic Machines
Learn about the features and nuances that define brewing on a semi-automatic espresso machine.
Starting a Small to Medium Cafe
So, you have decided to start a coffee shop! Congratulations! First of all, do yourself a favor and do not buy any used equipment unless it is from a factory-authorized...
What's in a Burr?
You’ve heard it before: Burr grinders are better than their blade counterparts for coffee, especially espresso, preparation. They minimize heat transfer, preserve flavor and aroma, and afford you the ability...
Temperature Surfing Your Way to Great Espresso
Temperature surfing can help you get the best brewing temperature out of your espresso machine. Learn how it's done and how it can improve your espresso.
High Speed vs Low Speed Grinders
As you begin to research grinders, to find the one that best fits your needs, you may come across ones that operate at different RPMs. What does this mean to...
La Marzocco Swift Grinder
The La Marzocco Swift Grinder Has No Equals The La Marzocco Swift is the only grinder that grinds, doses and tamps. Making great espresso is really all about consistency. Having...
What is Drip Coffee?
Drip coffee and drip coffee makers are very popular in America. Learn how drip coffee differs from pour over and espresso, and the ideal brewing ratio.
Light Roast, Medium Roast, and Dark Roast Coffee Comparison
Zack and Randy compare light roast, medium roast, and dark roast coffees.
Why You Should Steam Before Brewing
You have watched the local Barista, done your online research and have quickly come to the conclusion that you are getting conflicting information on how to properly make a cappuccino...
Shade Grown vs. Sun Grown Coffee
I was staying warm, enjoying a hot cup of coffee, and watching my wife through the window this chilly morning filling the frosty bird feeders in the back yard. I...
To Freeze or Not to Freeze?
Coffee, freezer. Freezer, coffee. The question of whether or not these two should meet has been a topic of contention for many coffee consumers. Say you stocked up of your...
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