Starbucks Drinks: Everything You Need To Know

Starbucks coffee cup

If you’ve never been in a Starbucks before, first of all congratulations on the amazing feat. Over the past 20 years, Starbucks has made it to nearly every Main Street in America of a certain size, and, it often seems, to every other corner in big cities. Not that we’ve got a problem with Starbucks … Read more

Do Coffee Beans Expire? (Can They Go Bad?)

coffee beans on wood table

I don’t know about you, but whenever I sit pondering what life in a post-apocalyptic world might be like, I always worry about coffee. Presumably, a world devoid of life, but rich in misery and zombies is gonna be a tough world to endure. I can barely handle eight a.m. on a normal day without … Read more

Milk Frother vs. Steamer: What’s The Difference?

barista steaming milk

If you’re an avid coffee drinker, you may have experience with baristas asking if you’d prefer your milk frothed or steamed. We’re going to compare milk frother vs. steamer to help you understand the differences. A quick explanation between the two is that a frother adds air into the milk while a steamer heats the … Read more

Americano vs Espresso: What’s The Difference?

barista making espresso

If you’ve spent some time staring at the coffee shop menu, then you might be wondering if there’s really any difference between an Americano and an espresso drink. The answer is: Yes, the is a difference! The basic difference is that an espresso is made by forcing hot water through the coffee grounds at a … Read more

Can You Reheat Coffee In A Microwave?

coffee cup in microwave

Have you ever sat down at your desk with a cup of coffee and gotten so in the zone that before you know it your coffee is cold and you’ve not even drank half of it? Man, I really hate when that happens. Cold coffee is the worst, unless we’re talking about iced coffee, but … Read more

Can You Eat Coffee Beans? Is Eating Coffee Beans Safe?

coffee beans and chocolate

If you’re a bonafide coffee addict, then you might be looking to take things to the next level by eating coffee beans and getting your fix right from the source. But are coffee beans really meant to be eaten instead of brewed? Is it safe or are there things to worry about? The short answer … Read more

Decaf vs Regular Coffee: What’s The Difference?

cup of coffee on table

For years, I was firmly in the death before decaf camp, but as I’ve gotten older I’ve had to add decaf to my nightly coffee routine so that I get better sleep. And if you’re wondering if there’s really any difference between decaf and regular coffee, then the answer is YES! There are several ways … Read more

Beginner’s Guide To The Types & Varieties Of Coffee Beans

coffee beans and plant

Coffee is no longer just a quick caffeine fix. For many people, it’s a way of life. If you’ve visited any coffee shop in the last few years, you’ve noticed it’s much different than hitting up your local diner for a cup. There are countless types of coffee to choose from. Coffee has become a … Read more

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