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Americano: Pour Water First or Last? What's the Difference Between Americano and Long Black? Should You Pour Espresso Last or First in a Long Black?
FrontStreet Coffee has discovered that many friends are still caught in the question of "should Americano be made by adding water first or espresso first?" Because whenever FrontStreet Coffee serves Americano, friends always ask: "The most authentic way to make Americano should be pouring espresso first then water, but why are most Americanos now served by pouring water first then espresso?"
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[FrontStreet Coffee Roaster's Notes] Different Flavor Expressions of Costa Rica Black Soul at Various First Crack Times
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Today, FrontStreet Coffee wants to discuss the timing of first crack in coffee roasting. What is first crack? First crack occurs when coffee beans, after experiencing the dehydration phase, produce carbon dioxide as water and other substances heat up, causing the beans to continuously expand, break through their cell walls, and emit loud cracking sounds. Today, FrontStreet Coffee uses Costa Rica Black Soul to explore this topic.
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Guide to Judging Yellow Point and First Crack in Coffee Bean Roasting: What Causes Underdeveloped and Astringent Flavors in Coffee?
As the title suggests, this article by FrontStreet Coffee is primarily aimed at providing mental preparation for those about to enter the world of coffee roasting. In the first five lessons of "Coffee Roasting from Zero," only very basic roasting theories were explained. The simplicity level is roughly equivalent to the "multiplication table" in mathematics. We must recognize a reality that theory...
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Is Adding Ice First Better Than Adding Ice After for Iced Pour-Over Coffee?
Typically, most people use the "add ice first, then brew" method for making iced pour-over coffee. A small number of people opt for the "brew first, then add ice" or "brew first, then pour over ice" approach. FrontStreet Coffee belongs to the former category. Generally, the difference between these two methods might just be operational
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How Should Costa Rica Mozart Be Roasted to Taste Delicious? What Roasting Methods Suit Mozart?
Before roasting a new bean, we first gather information about this bean and the flavor notes provided by the green bean supplier, then we try to roast a few batches based on this information, and make adjustments according to cupping results. Some time ago, we obtained a Mozart from Costa Rica. This bean was previously
2025-07-02 Costa Rica Mozart should how roast delicious suitable what method -
luckin Coffee Calorie Ranking - Luckin New Product Review: Are the Green Grape Oat Latte and Thick Milk Latte Delicious?
For professional coffee knowledge exchange and more coffee bean information, please follow Coffee Workshop (WeChat public account: cafe_style). They say spring brings drowsiness and summer brings fatigue. Do you feel sleepy every afternoon? Anyway, FrontStreet Coffee is extremely sleepy. However, there's no drowsiness that a cup of coffee can't solve. Coffee is simply the standard for us office workers~ Recently, my social media feed has been almost flooded with high-quality
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Starbucks Reserve Coffee · Bar is Here! Starbucks Brings Bar Experience to Chengdu for the First Time
For professional coffee knowledge exchange and more coffee bean information, please follow Coffee Workshop (WeChat public account: cafe_style). In the future, you can also enjoy drinks at Starbucks in Chengdu. On January 22nd, Starbucks added a new bar store concept to its Chengdu locations - Starbucks Reserve Coffee Bar. It is understood that the first Starbucks Reserve Coffee Bar in Chengdu is located at Wan
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Why Should You Discard the First Espresso Shot of the Day? What Impact Does the First Shot Have?
To ensure consistent quality, most baristas start their day by adjusting espresso parameters. However, when it comes to the first espresso shot of the day—whether to drink it or discard it—professionals hold differing opinions. Some believe it should be discarded because the first shot doesn't taste good and offers little reference value, while others...
2023-08-13 espresso coffee extraction barista techniques coffee quality -
Postal Service Cafe Promotion Fiasco? Which China Post Coffee is the Authentic One? The First "Post Office Cafe" Sparks Controversy!
Just days ago, China Post's official WeChat and Weibo accounts announced the opening of a Post Office Cafe in Xiamen's International Trade Tower, emphasizing it as the very first of its kind. The announcement was widely promoted across major media outlets. However, some users claimed that similar Post Office Cafes had already opened before this announcement, and related business operators disagree with this claim.
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Flavor Differences Between Coffee Bean Roasting Levels | Blue Mountain No.1 Coffee Bean Roasting Temperature
Professional coffee knowledge exchange For more coffee bean information please follow Coffee Workshop (WeChat official account cafe_style) What are the flavor and taste differences between different coffee bean roasting levels? What is the maximum temperature for coffee bean roasting? It is generally believed that raw beans determine 80% of coffee flavor while the remaining 20% is determined by roasting. The most critical key is to which roasting level the beans are roasted. Over-roasting
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How Long Does It Take to Roast Coffee Beans? How to Roast Coffee at Home Without a Roaster?
Recently, FrontStreet Coffee was reading a book about coffee roasting and noticed this sentence: "Coffee roasting can sometimes be a bit monotonous, but the appearance of first crack is always exciting." For many people, the term "first crack" may seem somewhat familiar yet actually unfamiliar. It marks the beginning of coffee beans becoming "mature"
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Seesaw Coffee Opens First Store in Chongqing, Following Success in Chengdu
For more professional coffee knowledge and coffee bean information, please follow Coffee Workshop (WeChat official account: cafe_style). Today, China's coffee market is in a stage of rapid development, and coffee is no longer a product exclusively enjoyed in first-tier cities like Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Hangzhou. According to the "2021 China Freshly Ground Coffee Industry White Paper," consumers from China's first and second-tier cities have already developed a habit of drinking coffee.
2021-06-17 MANNER coffee Chongqing first store manner -
Pour-Over Specialty Coffee Bean Varieties Recommendations - Which Coffee Beans Are Best for Pour-Over Coffee?
Professional coffee knowledge exchange for more coffee bean information please follow Coffee Workshop (WeChat public account cafe_style) | What coffee beans/coffee powder should be used for pour-over coffee? Pour-over coffee is a ritual that slowly extracts the rich and delicate flavors of coffee through drip filtration. The greatest charm of pour-over lies in its various uncertainties, making every brew a unique experience.
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Is There a Relationship Between Coffee Roast Levels (Light, Medium, Dark) and First and Second Crack Points?
At FrontStreet Coffee's factory, when you enter the roasting room and approach the roaster, you'll easily have the opportunity to hear beans making crackling sounds during roasting. What do these sounds represent? When coffee beans are heated, they make sounds twice, which are called 'first crack' and 'second crack' (First Crack
2021-10-22 coffee roast levels light roast medium roast dark roast first crack second crack FrontStreet Coffee coffee roasting -
Should You Add Ice Before or After Brewing Pour-Over Coffee? What Should You Pay Attention to When Making Iced Pour-Over Coffee?
Typically, most people make iced pour-over coffee by adding ice first and then brewing. Some people use the method of brewing first and then adding ice or pouring it over ice afterward. FrontStreet Coffee belongs to the former group. Generally, the difference between these two methods may only be operational
2023-11-24 iced pour-over coffee cold brew coffee brewing methods coffee techniques ice coffee preparation -
The Difference Between Americano and Long Black: Is It All About Who Pours the Water First?
Recently, a friend brought a companion to FrontStreet Coffee to enjoy coffee. When explaining Long Black, he mentioned a popular saying: "An Americano is made by pouring espresso first and then diluting it with water, while a Long Black is made by adding water to the cup first and then pouring espresso in. The distinction between the two lies in who pours the water first."
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How to Order at a Coffee Shop for the First Time? What Coffee Do Connoisseurs Usually Drink?
For professional coffee knowledge exchange and more coffee bean information, please follow Coffee Workshop (WeChat public account: cafe_style). For more specialty coffee beans, please add the private WeChat of FrontStreet Coffee, WeChat ID: qjcoffeex. When you don't know how to order coffee at a coffee shop for the first time, you can chat with the barista and let them know
2023-01-08 coffee shop ordering coffee first time coffee connoisseurs coffee knowledge -
Starbucks Follows the China-Chic Trend! Opens First Domestic Intangible Cultural Heritage Concept Store!
For more professional coffee knowledge and coffee bean information, please follow Coffee Workshop (WeChat public account: cafe_style). For more premium coffee beans, please add FrontStreet Coffee's private WeChat account: qjcoffeex. According to Shanghai Jing'an report, on September 30th, the day before the National Day holiday, Starbucks opened its first
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Three Major Coffee Growing Regions: Varieties, Characteristics, and Flavor Descriptions
Three major coffee growing regions: characteristics, original varieties, flavor descriptions, and taste profiles. Tarrazú La Minita coffee is grown on land owned by the McAlpine family for three generations. In fact, this land can produce over 450 tons of coffee annually. However, Tarrazú La Minita coffee is cultivated without synthetic fertilizers or pesticides, and its harvesting and selection are completed entirely by hand.
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Recommended Coffee Beans with Acidity-Rich Flavor Profile - An Introduction to the Taste Characteristics of Light Roast Coffee Beans
Professional coffee knowledge exchange. For more information about coffee beans, please follow Coffee Workshop (WeChat public account: cafe_style). In daily work at the coffee bar, we encounter various customers, among whom a considerable portion are not accustomed to coffee beans with pronounced acidity. Typically, coffees with strong acidic flavors are those that are roasted lighter
2025-07-14 acidity coffee beans recommendations light roast professional coffee knowledge exchange