Brewing Coffees

Does the Type of Coffee Grinder Make a Difference?

The short answer is yes: The type of coffee grinder you use will make a huge difference to the taste and quality of your cup of coffee. Fortunately, we’re here to help you find the best coffee grinder for you. Read Now

Macchiato vs Latte: What’s the Difference?

A macchiato is a shot of espresso marked with just a dollop of foamed milk; a latte is espresso stretched with a tall pour of steamed milk and a thin layer of foam. Both start from the same shot, but the milk ratio is roughly ten times apart, which is the whole reason one fits…Read More July 30, 2026

What Is a Doppio Espresso?

A doppio is simply the Italian word for a double shot of espresso — roughly 2oz (60ml) pulled from 14-18g of ground coffee, using a double portafilter basket. It’s not a different drink or a more concentrated one; it’s the same espresso ratio as a single shot, just doubled in size.Read More July 6, 2026

How to Descale an Espresso Machine?

Descaling removes mineral buildup from your espresso machine’s boiler and internal lines; cleaning removes coffee oil and grounds residue from the group head and portafilter. They’re not the same task, and doing one doesn’t substitute for the other — you need both, on different schedules. This guide covers how often to actually descale, whether vinegar…Read More July 6, 2026

How to Make a Frappuccino?

A frappuccino is a blended, ice-based coffee drink — coffee (or a non-coffee “crème” base), milk, ice, and flavoring blended until slushy, then topped with whipped cream. We’ve already covered how a frappuccino compares to a cappuccino in that guide; this one is the full how-to, including the actual ingredient that gives it that signature…Read More July 2, 2026