Iced Americano Recipe – Your Bold Guide to a Classic Cold Espresso Drink
RECIPE SHARE Some days, you want your coffee cold, black, and no-nonsense. No whipped cream, no syrup circus. Just something that hits sharp and fast, like a splash of cold water to the face. That’s where the iced Americano comes in. This is a drink built for people who like their coffee straightforward. Strong espresso, […]
Keep Pests Away with Coffee: Natural Insect Repellent
SHARE A Surprisingly Effective Way to Reuse Grounds in the Backyard Every summer, like clockwork, the pests show up. The moment you want to enjoy a quiet morning on the porch or grill something after sunset—mosquitoes, ants, and wasps move in like they’ve rented the place. A few summers back, I was staying in a […]
How Many Scoops of Coffee Per Cup?
SHARE Back when I first started behind the coffee bar, I thought making a good cup was just about scoops. More scoops? Stronger coffee. Fewer scoops? Milder brew. If I was feeling fancy, I might have eyed up those little plastic scoops that came with every gadget, blissfully unaware that every scoop in my drawer […]
Long Black Coffee Recipe With A Bonus Added Twist
RECIPE SHARE Long Black Coffee – It’s All About The Order When I first began working at Starbucks, We had this regular that came every morning — Tom. He ran a small HVAC business, the kind of guy who’d be on a roof by 6 a.m. and at the shop before most of the town […]
Café Cubano (Cafecito) Recipe: How to Make Authentic Cuban Coffee at Home
RECIPE SHARE Cafe Cubano – Bold, Sweet, and Steeped in Tradition Café Cubano, also known as cafecito, is a small but mighty coffee drink that packs a flavorful punch and a lot of cultural warmth. It’s more than a shot of espresso—it’s a daily tradition for many Cuban families and a staple in cities like […]
Does Strong Coffee Have More Caffeine?
SHARE When Coffee Tastes Strong—Does That Mean It Packs More Caffeine? We’ve all had that one cup of coffee—the kind that hits you like a slap in the face at 7 a.m. I remember once, years ago, I brewed what I thought was a “strong” cup before a long drive. It was thick, dark, and […]
What Is Blooming in Coffee Brewing?
SHARE Ever noticed how coffee grounds puff up like a rising soufflé the moment hot water hits them? If you’ve made a pour-over, you’ve probably seen this up close—it’s called the bloom, and it’s more than just a pretty moment. Blooming is the release of carbon dioxide (CO₂) from freshly ground coffee when it first […]
Café au Lait Recipe – New Orleans Style
RECIPE SHARE There’s something comforting about the simplicity of a warm cup of coffee with milk. The café au lait is one of those timeless drinks—rich, smooth, and easy to make at home with just a few basic ingredients. I live just outside of New Orleans, and every time I visit the city, grabbing a […]
How to Make a Coffee Body Scrub at Home
RECIPE SHARE You already know coffee can wake you up—but it turns out, your skin loves it too. Coffee grounds are naturally exfoliating, gently removing dead skin cells while improving circulation and even reducing the appearance of cellulite over time. When paired with ingredients like sugar, coconut oil, or essential oils, the result is a […]
Iced Flat White at Home With A “No Espresso Machine Needed” Recipe Included!
RECIPE SHARE The iced flat white is having a moment—and if you’ve ever had one, you know why. It’s rich like an iced latte, but smoother. It’s chilled like cold brew, but bolder. And that velvety milk? Yeah, it’s got a vibe all its own. If you’re craving one at home, this iced flat white […]