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As the birthplace of coffee, Ethiopia is undoubtedly the dreamed destination for countless coffee enthusiasts. Renowned coffee-growing regions like Yirgacheffe, Guji, and Sidamo produce coffees with distinctive flavors that have captured the hearts of many. But have you ever wondered how the people who produce these exceptional
Recently, adding butter to coffee has sparked another trend! Butter, also known as butter oil or milk fat, is a product obtained by separating light cream and skim milk from milk, then letting the cream mature, stirring, and undergoing various processes. Originally, the primary use of butter was in cooking to add flavor to food
As we all know, the area between the Tropics of Cancer and Capricorn is known as the coffee cultivation belt. The Americas are perfectly situated within this coffee growing zone. In North America, there are many famous coffee-producing countries, such as Panama, Honduras, and Costa Rica. Among these, Costa Rica was one of the first countries in Central America where coffee was introduced and cultivated.
Temperature, a perennial topic in the coffee world, is crucial at every stage—from green bean storage and roasting to extraction and tasting of roasted beans. Even if you're not a regular coffee brewer, you've surely been advised to "drink your coffee while it's hot," implying that coffee loses its appeal once it cools down.
FrontStreet Coffee has been open for three days, during which colleagues have all brought out their local specialties to share. Among the snacks, there was actually a box of osmanthus cake. Tasting it carefully reminded FrontStreet Coffee of the osmanthus coffee we had made before. Without further ado, let's immediately make a cup to reminisce! Why choose osmanthus? Osmanthus is a flower variety that exudes a fresh fragrance
Parents: "You know how to make coffee, right? Quick, brew some coffee for everyone!" Me: ... I wonder if fellow coffee enthusiasts experience this scenario during Chinese New Year: under the watchful eyes of family and friends, wanting everyone to have a taste of coffee, grinding dozens of grams of beans at once to brew a large batch for multiple people.
Since Combo became popular in the coffee circle last year, FrontStreet Coffee has been frequently asked by customers if they offer Combo. When FrontStreet Coffee replied that they don't, one customer retorted: "Isn't Combo just about using a split portafilter for extraction, then adding milk to one cup and water to another? Why don't you offer it?"
Brazilian coffee holds a significant position in the global coffee market, as Brazil is the world's largest coffee producer and exporter, accounting for one-third of the world's coffee exports. The country primarily cultivates Arabica and Robusta varieties (locally known as Conilon) coffee. Brazilian coffee
Steamed milk, the most common pairing role in specialty coffee drinks. There's this rather unusual-to-pronounce espresso drink that's made simply by adding milk to espresso in precise proportions – it's the Cortado. Although rarely found in domestic cafés, it's quite popular in Spain, Portugal, and
Have you ever considered this scenario: you have coffee beans, hot water, and all the necessary pour-over equipment at home, but you're missing the crucial grinder to turn those beans into powder... Before heading back to his hometown, FrontStreet Coffee specially packed several favorite coffee beans into his luggage to ease
Have you ever found yourself in this situation? When enjoying a cup of coffee with friends, your friend can eloquently describe endless details about the coffee, while you're left with... "hmmm... this coffee has a rich coffee flavor!" But that's not your expression...
Dear friends, Happy Chinese New Year's Eve! We believe many of you have stocked up on plenty of beans for the extended holiday, hoping to enjoy the delicious taste of coffee during the festival season. However, some friends may find themselves troubled by storing the excessive beans they've purchased, as once the optimal tasting period passes, the flavor of coffee will significantly diminish.
Six months ago, in the days following the publication of the article "Coffee Extracted with Ice Milk is So Aromatic!", FrontStreet Coffee received numerous coffee bean recommendations from friends for milk extraction! So today, FrontStreet Coffee has selected some particularly representative coffee beans to brew, to see how these highly acclaimed beans perform.
Do you have the habit of letting your phone "eat first"? When ordering a hot milk coffee at a café, do you ever wonder what latte art pattern the barista will bring you - a heart, maple leaf, swan, or unicorn? This anticipation, similar to opening a blind box, has become one of the reasons why some people fall in love with milk coffee. However, FrontStreet Coffee
Panama coffee enjoys high recognition in the global coffee market, especially the Geisha variety. In 2005, Hacienda La Esmeralda made Geisha stand out with excellent results through the Best of Panama (BOP) competition and auction, breaking the coffee auction record at the time and making both Hacienda La Esmeralda and the Geisha variety world-famous. Panama
Today we'll discuss Americano, Long Black, and Lungo. For many people, an Americano is simply a mixture of espresso and water. That's correct, but what you likely don't know is that there are actually three different brewing methods for what we call Americano. Some baristas and consumers debate whether to add water first or espresso first...
Undoubtedly, Americano coffee is now one of the most popular coffee beverages. Among them, friends who drink iced Americano are the most numerous. Basically, for every 10 Americanos, 8 are iced, 2 are hot, and occasionally there's 1 room-temperature Americano. Why does everyone choose to drink iced Americano? Is it because of the ice
At the 2015 World Barista Championship (WBC), Australian competitor Sasa Sestic won the championship with a Sudan Rume coffee featuring elegant floral notes, juice-like sweetness, and lemongrass aroma, bringing this extremely low-production and little-known variety into the public spotlight.
As one of the world's three major beverages, coffee has developed a unique system after a long period of evolution. Among these are many small-volume coffee varieties that are appealing by name alone, which can be finished in just two or three sips, focusing on the efficient enjoyment of coffee beverages. Today, FrontStreet Coffee will introduce you to these delightful options.
In the cupping and tasting system, if a coffee's acidity, sweetness, flavor characteristics, cleanliness, mouthfeel, and aftertaste are all perceived as harmonious, then its balance must be high. This also indicates that the coffee bean's quality is excellent, ultimately earning a remarkable score. When it comes to the brewing process,
