Coffee Types

Imagine you’re having a chat with a friend and they mention how much they love Turkish coffee. You ask them what it is and they tell you all about the history of this delicious coffee drink. They go on to describe how it’s made and the many benefits of drinking it. One of the main … Read more

Just when you thought you knew about every type of coffee it is possible to get in a coffee shop, there is one more to learn – the Lungo, an Italian word simply meaning “long”. In this article, we will explore what is a Lungo? Plus, the differences between a Lungo and an Espresso, how … Read more

A cappuccino is one of the most well-known and iconic espresso drinks in the world. It’s beloved by coffee enthusiasts all over for its unique and delicious flavor profile. But what is a cappuccino exactly? In this article, you’ll learn everything you need to know about what a cappuccino is and how to make one … Read more

A popular coffee-based drink in Spain and Spanish speaking countries, if you’ve ever been on holiday in one and visited a coffee shop, you were sure to have seen a cortado on the menu. But, what is a cortado? And how do you make one? That is what we’re going to answer in this article, … Read more

Coffee, like tea, was unchanged for hundreds of years. Served black or with milk, it was a simple drink enjoyed by people around the world. Fine ground, roasted beans, dissolved in boiling water, and served hot. Then came the espresso machine early in the 20th century, and the espresso coffee shot became a foundation for … Read more

Coffee has been around for many centuries, and for most of that time was served black. At some point, someone added milk and sugar, but they were the only variations available. In comparatively recent times, like over the past 100 years or so, many more variations have been created, partly due to the invention of … Read more

If you’ve ever found yourself standing in line at a coffee shop wondering what some of the items on the menu were, you’re not alone. Although most coffee enthusiasts know what a latte and cappuccino are, not everyone is familiar with doppio coffee. A doppio coffee is one of the most iconic coffee drinks, but … Read more

It often happens that people who have managed to avoid the prevalent ‘coffee culture’ find themselves in a café or coffee shop, simply asking for what they might term a plain coffee. Coffee menus today can be confusing, especially when confronted with 20 different drink types. To cater to this market, but still have the … Read more

The world of the coffee barista has its own jargon, mostly self-explanatory, like Caramel Latte, but there are some terms that need a bit of explanation, like the word Mocha.  So, what is a Mocha? A Mocha is usually coffee with chocolate. I add the word ‘usually’ because it can also be a specific type … Read more

If you’re a coffee enthusiast or are curious about trying coffee, you’ve probably heard of black coffee before. Black coffee is a widely consumed beverage around the world and is full of flavors that many love. But, what is black coffee exactly? And how do you make a cup of black coffee? What Is Black … Read more

There are times in someone’s life when they need something stronger than just full-strength coffee. In which case, maybe you’ve heard of red-eye coffee. But exactly what is a Red Eye coffee? In this article, that is what we’re going to find out and how to make your own. What is a Red Eye coffee? … Read more

When it comes to roasting coffee beans there are several different roasting styles, aimed at a certain level of taste and consistency. There is a dark roast, medium roast, blonde roast, even a white roast, the first two of which are fairly self-explanatory. But what is blonde roast coffee? Let’s take a deeper look. What … Read more

If you’re a coffee enthusiast, you likely know what a latte or an espresso is. But, have you heard of a breve coffee? If you love your espresso with a rich, creamy taste, you may want to add breve to your list of coffee drinks to try. In this article, we’re going to look at … Read more