
The Coffee Cherry: What's Inside and How It Shapes Your Coffee
Every coffee bean starts life as the seed of a fruit: the coffee cherry. Most cherries hold two seeds, and those seeds are what get dried, roasted and ground into your coffee. How the fruit around ...

National Coffee Days: Every Date for Your Calendar
The coffee day that matters most in the UK is International Coffee Day on 1 October, set by the International Coffee Organization. Most of the other "national" coffee days began in the US as unoffi...

Coffee Acidity Explained: 4 Things That Affect It
When coffee people talk about acidity, they don't mean sourness or an upset stomach. They mean the bright, lively, fruity flavours that make a good coffee taste fresh: the tang of citrus, the crisp...

The Best Beginner Method for Brewing Speciality Coffee at Home
If you're new to speciality coffee, brewing it at home can look complicated: scales, special kettles, filters and a lot of advice. The good news is you don't need much to make a great cup. The easi...

Best Non-Dairy Milk for Coffee: Oat, Soy, Almond and More
For most coffee drinkers, oat milk is the best all-round non-dairy milk: it's creamy, foams well and doesn't overpower the coffee. Soy is a good, budget-friendly second choice, and almond suits lig...

How to Make Cold Brew Coffee at Home
Cold brew is coffee made with cold water instead of hot. You steep coarse coffee grounds for 12 hours or more, then strain it to make a smooth, naturally sweet concentrate that keeps in the fridge ...

3 Causes of the Dreaded Caffeine Headache
Did you know that caffeine is one of the most popular stimulants in the world? It can be found in many foods and beverages, including coffee, tea and soft drinks. Because of this, it can be easy f...
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