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The Different Types of Coffee Drinks Explained: A Guide for Coffee Lovers
The Different Types of Coffee Drinks Explained: A Guide for Coffee Lovers

Welcome to our coffee journey! In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the fascinating realm of coffee drinks, helping you understand the diverse options available at coffee shops and inspiring your home brewing adventures.

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Coffee Grounds for Plants? How To Give Your Garden A Boost
Coffee Grounds for Plants? How To Give Your Garden A Boost

Coffee is a daily ritual for many people around the world, but what happens to all those used coffee grounds? If you make fresh coffee at home using brewing methods such as espresso, pour over or French press, you will be left with used coffee grounds at the end of your brew.

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Is a Puck Screen Worth It? Why You Need To Add One To Your Espresso Setup
Is a Puck Screen Worth It? Why You Need To Add One To Your Espresso Setup

A puck screen, also known as a shower screen or dispersion screen, is a small, perforated metal disc located in the group head of an espresso machine. It serves several important purposes in the coffee-making process. Here are some of the benefits of using a puck screen.

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Should You Spray Your Coffee Beans Before Grinding?
Should You Spray Your Coffee Beans Before Grinding?

Making espresso at home is a great way to enjoy barista quality coffee at your convenience. If you’ve invested in a home espresso setup then naturally you would want to find ways to brew the best possible coffee by using the most efficient techniques and practices.

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The Complete Beginners Guide To Making Espresso At Home
The Complete Beginners Guide To Making Espresso At Home

Learning to master the technique of making espresso can be challenging but it's very rewarding when you are able to serve coffee shop quality drinks at home with ease.

By following the guide below, you can learn the basics from buying equipment, to choosing beans and mastering the technique. This will get you started in your home espresso journey.

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How to Use a Stove Top Coffee Pot: Moka Pot Guide
How to Use a Stove Top Coffee Pot: Moka Pot Guide

If you are looking for a relatively inexpensive espresso maker that doesn't take up much countertop space and is highly portable, then the Moka pot may be a good choice for you. The iconic Italian coffee maker can brew a delicious, strong tasting espresso to give you your morning coffee fix.

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Difference Between Pressurised and Non-Pressurised Filter Baskets
Difference Between Pressurised and Non-Pressurised Filter Baskets

With every espresso machine, the portafilter will normally come with a non-pressurised or pressurised basket (or both!). Each type of basket has a big impact on your espresso so I’m going to explain the differences between them and which one you should use when making coffee.

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Learn the various coffee brewing techniques so you can make coffee shop standard drinks at home.

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Tips, tricks and general useful knowledge for learning to make excellent coffee at home without commercial grade equipment.

Thinking of buying some new home coffee equipment? We’ve tested and critiqued a range of equipment such as espresso machines, grinders and accessories so we can advise whether they are worth your investment.

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Our content is designed specifically for people who want to know how to make espresso at home without commercial grade equipment.

Coffee Lovers

We enjoy developing our technique and learning about making delicious tasting espresso at home

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After working in various roles within the coffee industry, we have a breadth of knowledge and experience we would love to share

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The industry is constantly changing with new research and equipment being unveiled. We will post up to date and relevant content for you to enjoy

 

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