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How to Clean, Maintain, and Service Home Espresso Machines? How to Clean the Distribution Screen and Steam Wand?
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How to Clean, Maintain, and Service Home Espresso Machines? How to Clean the Distribution Screen and Steam Wand?

When making espresso coffee, everyone pays meticulous attention to every detail to ensure a complete extraction! However, after brewing is complete, people often overlook the maintenance and cleaning of their espresso machines. It's important to know that if machine maintenance is neglected, after a period of use,

How to Clean, Maintain, and Service Your Home Espresso Machine? How to Clean the Shower Screen and Steam Wand?
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How to Clean, Maintain, and Service Your Home Espresso Machine? How to Clean the Shower Screen and Steam Wand?

When making espresso coffee, everyone pays careful attention to every detail to ensure a complete extraction! However, after brewing, people often overlook the maintenance and cleaning of their coffee machine. It's important to know that if the coffee machine isn't maintained promptly, after a period of use,

What Do Under-Extraction and Over-Extraction Taste Like in Pour-Over and Espresso Coffee? What is Over-Extraction?
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What Do Under-Extraction and Over-Extraction Taste Like in Pour-Over and Espresso Coffee? What is Over-Extraction?

While everyone's taste preferences may differ, there's a consensus on what tastes unpleasant in coffee. When coffee exhibits harsh, astringent, bitter, or burnt flavors that are generally undesirable, it's likely to be considered unpalatable. When these off-flavors appear in your cup

The Development History of 90+, Introduction to 90+ Geisha Eleta Coffee Beans
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The Development History of 90+, Introduction to 90+ Geisha Eleta Coffee Beans

Coffee enthusiasts who frequently enjoy coffee may have heard the term "90+ coffee beans" at coffee shops or from baristas. But what exactly is 90+ coffee? "90+" doesn't refer to all coffees scoring 90 points or above in evaluations—it refers to a collection of 13 distinct flavor profiles representing top-tier premium coffee

How to Use a Vietnamese Drip Filter? Can It Be Used for Pour-Over Coffee Brewing?
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How to Use a Vietnamese Drip Filter? Can It Be Used for Pour-Over Coffee Brewing?

Most regions have their unique coffee brewers, which may not necessarily be invented locally but are certainly popularized there! For example, Ethiopia's ceramic coffee pot; the Turkish pot that continuously produces coffee liquid; the Italian Moka pot we just discussed in the previous article; and then there's the star of our article today

Jan 2, 2024 · By FrontStreet Coffee · 36 reads · #Vietnamese coffee #drip filter #phin filter #pour-over coffee #coffee brewing methods
What Does a
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What Does a "Shot" Mean in Espresso Coffee?

If you're a regular at coffee shops, you've likely heard customers say "I'll have a shot" or "add a shot" when ordering. This might make you wonder—what exactly is this "shot"? It's not even on the menu, yet it seems as common as ordering a Flat White or a Dirty. So what exactly does this mysterious coffee shot refer to? Let's explore the world of espresso shots and their role in coffee culture.

Jan 1, 2024 · By FrontStreet Coffee · 36 reads · #espresso shot #coffee terminology #espresso brewing #coffee shop culture #specialty coffee
Brewing Great Coffee with a French Press: As Simple as Making Tea!
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Brewing Great Coffee with a French Press: As Simple as Making Tea!

While French press coffee brewing may seem simple, it's truly, genuinely simple!!! No need for overly precise brewing techniques or methods—just add the corresponding ingredients and let them steep, and it will show you just how easy delicious coffee can be to make. That's why the French press is often an essential tool for lazy people like us at FrontStreet Coffee.

Dec 31, 2023 · By FrontStreet Coffee · 29 reads · #French press #coffee brewing #simple coffee methods #FrontStreet Coffee
Development History of Costa Rica Honey Processing, Honey Processing Method, and Introduction to Mirasu Manor's Strawberry Candy
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Development History of Costa Rica Honey Processing, Honey Processing Method, and Introduction to Mirasu Manor's Strawberry Candy

Currently, with the continuous development of the coffee industry, coffee processing methods are emerging endlessly. Some newer processing methods include anaerobic processing, double anaerobic natural processing, enzyme washing, barrel fermentation, etc. However, the most common ones remain the three traditional processing methods. These three traditional coffee processing methods are traditional natural processing (

The Differences Between Flannel Drip Coffee and Regular Pour-Over Coffee, the History of Flannel Filter Cloth, and What Are the Characteristics of Flannel?
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The Differences Between Flannel Drip Coffee and Regular Pour-Over Coffee, the History of Flannel Filter Cloth, and What Are the Characteristics of Flannel?

Flannel filter cloth can be considered a traditional representative of Japanese coffee! Whether in books or various media videos, we often see Japanese people holding a filter cloth in their left hand, a coffee pot in their right, and earnestly brewing coffee with focused attention. Witnessing such dedicated scenes naturally draws admiration.

Why is the Bloom Time for Pour-Over Coffee 30 Seconds? How is Bloom Time Calculated? Does Bloom Count as a Brewing Stage?
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Why is the Bloom Time for Pour-Over Coffee 30 Seconds? How is Bloom Time Calculated? Does Bloom Count as a Brewing Stage?

The bloom, known as "Bloom" in English, refers to the preparatory step before the formal extraction begins in pour-over coffee. Many experienced coffee enthusiasts have studied details such as water amount, time, and pouring techniques, and have summarized the most widely used bloom formula with high fault tolerance: twice the amount of coffee grounds in water (15g

Dec 30, 2023 · By FrontStreet Coffee · 38 reads · #coffee brewing #pour-over coffee #bloom time #coffee extraction #hand drip coffee
Can Coffee Be Extracted with Warm Milk? How to Make Milk-Extracted Coffee Taste Better?
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Can Coffee Be Extracted with Warm Milk? How to Make Milk-Extracted Coffee Taste Better?

Recently, FrontStreet Coffee demonstrated how to soak coffee grounds with warm water to make cold brew more efficiently with excellent sweetness. This sparked an idea about 'milk extraction.' Logically, if warm water can be used, then warm milk should also work for extraction. When curiosity strikes, it cannot be contained...

What Does Tea-Like Sensation Mean in Coffee Flavor Descriptions? Is the Astringency of Black Coffee the Same as Tea Sensation?
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What Does Tea-Like Sensation Mean in Coffee Flavor Descriptions? Is the Astringency of Black Coffee the Same as Tea Sensation?

Many people know that although flavor theory doesn't contain much terminology about tea, Chinese people who have been familiar with tea since childhood often use tea-like sensation or tea aroma to describe coffee when tasting it. However, regarding the "tea-like sensation" in coffee flavor descriptions, everyone seems to have their own understanding. Some believe it is the fragrance of a certain type of tea

Dec 28, 2023 · By FrontStreet Coffee · 40 reads · #coffee flavor description #tea-like sensation #black coffee #astringency #coffee tasting
Is Cloudy Pour-Over Coffee Safe to Drink? Understanding Coffee Clarity
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Is Cloudy Pour-Over Coffee Safe to Drink? Understanding Coffee Clarity

Have you ever observed how your coffee's appearance changes in daily life? Various factors influence its color and clarity—from red to black tones, bright to dark shades, and clear to cloudy consistencies. The term we use, "soup color," actually originates from tea terminology, where "tea soup color" is a professional term describing how tea's appearance varies based on brewing methods and fermentation levels.

Dec 27, 2023 · By FrontStreet Coffee · 33 reads · #coffee clarity #cloudy coffee #pour-over coffee #coffee safety #coffee appearance
What to Do When Pour-Over Coffee Extraction Gets Blocked? How to Handle Water Pooling?
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What to Do When Pour-Over Coffee Extraction Gets Blocked? How to Handle Water Pooling?

"Flow restriction" is a necessary measure when fine powder blockage occurs during pour-over brewing. If not intercepted in time, the bitter, over-extracted taste will give you a terrifying "tongue experience." However, if we can predict the signs that this brewing session is likely to cause blockage before it happens...

Dec 27, 2023 · By FrontStreet Coffee · 31 reads · #pour-over coffee #extraction blockage #water pooling #brewing technique
How to Read Coffee Grinder Settings? How to Adjust Coffee Grind? How to Brew Espresso with Coffee Machine
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How to Read Coffee Grinder Settings? How to Adjust Coffee Grind? How to Brew Espresso with Coffee Machine

For professional coffee knowledge and more coffee bean information, please follow Coffee Workshop (WeChat public account: cafe_style). How to read coffee grinder settings? How to adjust coffee bean grind size? How to brew espresso with a coffee machine? What are the types of coffee grinding? ◎ Grind Size (Grind Coefficient) The fineness of coffee powder is called

Dec 27, 2023 · By FrontStreet Coffee · 231 reads · #coffee #grinder #settings #how #to #adjust #grind #machine #brew #espresso
Does 90+ [Ninety Plus] Really Only Produce Coffee Beans Scoring 90 Points or Above?
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Does 90+ [Ninety Plus] Really Only Produce Coffee Beans Scoring 90 Points or Above?

Since every bean in the 90+ series features distinctive flavor profiles, they have gained widespread popularity among coffee enthusiasts! For example, Juliet with its champagne-like notes, or Eleta with its spice and longan flavors! These special flavors are all thanks to 90+ company's meticulous processing~ So today, FrontStreet Coffee will share

It's So Cold Outside, Why Don't You Make My Latte Hotter?
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It's So Cold Outside, Why Don't You Make My Latte Hotter?

During winter, there's probably no coffee more popular than a hot latte. If there is one, it would be a flat white! Either way, we're talking about milk coffee~ I believe every coffee shop experiences a surge in milk coffee sales. Along with this increase in hot milk coffees come some small requests, like: "Boss!!! The temperature drops too quickly, it's getting cold..."

Dec 26, 2023 · By FrontStreet Coffee · 26 reads · #latte #coffee temperature #hot coffee #milk coffee #seasonal drinks #winter coffee
The AeroPress: A Coffee Brewing Device That Celebrates Creative Freedom!
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The AeroPress: A Coffee Brewing Device That Celebrates Creative Freedom!

Life craves novelty, and your coffee experience should be no exception. When the familiar rhythm of pour-over brewing begins to feel routine, it's time to discover the endlessly versatile AeroPress. What began as a simple solution for quick, convenient coffee brewing evolved into something remarkable during a fateful competition where

Dec 25, 2023 · By FrontStreet Coffee · 35 reads · #AeroPress #coffee brewing #creative coffee #versatile coffee maker #coffee experimentation
Ristretto as the Base for Flat White: How Is It Made?
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Ristretto as the Base for Flat White: How Is It Made?

The Flat White is an exquisite small milk-based coffee beverage that has gained widespread popularity among coffee enthusiasts for its rich, sweet, and distinctive experience. Beyond the delicate, thin layer of milk foam that distinguishes it from lattes and cappuccinos, this delightful flavor profile is inseparable from the Flat White's foundation—the Ristretto. Since online

Dec 24, 2023 · By FrontStreet Coffee · 35 reads · #Flat White #Ristretto #coffee #espresso #latte #cappuccino #coffee brewing #coffee base #coffee foam