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What You Need to Open a Small Coffee Shop
To open a basic coffee shop, budget around $5,000 for a coffee machine, add $400 for an ice maker, and a few thousand for a franchise setup.
How to Use a Drip Coffee Maker and Make Iced Drip Coffee
Learn how to use a classic drip coffee machine, and try making cold-brew-style iced drip coffee with recommended beans for summer.
How to Use a Drip Coffee Maker for Summer Iced Coffee
Learn how to brew great-tasting drip coffee at home or office, including step-by-step instructions for hot and iced methods using a standard drip machine.
How to Use a Drip Coffee Maker and Make Iced Drip Coffee
Learn how to use a classic drip coffee machine and explore four delicious iced drip coffee recipes using recommended beans for summer.
How to Descale a DeLonghi 22.110 Coffee Machine
Learn when and how to descale your DeLonghi 22.110 espresso machine, including the step-by-step cleaning process and why it’s essential.
How to Descale a De'Longhi 22.110 Espresso Machine
Learn when and how to descale your De'Longhi 22.110 fully automatic espresso machine to maintain performance and taste. Step-by-step guide included.
How to Clean Your De’Longhi Espresso Machine Properly
Keep your De’Longhi machine in top condition with simple cleaning steps for the drip tray, water tank, and brewing group.
Espresso Blend with 10% Robusta for Commercial Cafés
A commercial espresso blend with 10% Robusta boosts crema and body, ideal for lattes and flavored syrups. Priced at ¥275 for 5 lbs wholesale.
How the Fujian Coffee Association Supports Specialty Coffee in China
Learn how the Coffee Association of Fujian (CAF) supports local coffee businesses, promotes industry standards, and fosters coffee culture development.
12 Specialty Coffee Shops in Zhangzhou, Fujian
Explore 12 beloved specialty coffee spots in Zhangzhou, Fujian, each with unique vibes, brewing styles, and community appeal for coffee lovers.
How to Achieve Even Coffee Powder Distribution for Espresso
Learn the simple steps to evenly distribute coffee grounds in your portafilter for consistent espresso extraction, including finger and tamper techniques.
How to Distribute Coffee Grounds Evenly in an Espresso Portafilter
Learn how to properly distribute and tamp espresso grounds for balanced extraction and better crema. Avoid channeling and uneven shots.
How to Explore Single-Origin Coffee by Country
Discover how to taste and understand single-origin coffee from 10 major global regions, with key flavor profiles and processing methods.
The History and Certifications of SCAA and SACC Coffee Organizations
Learn about the SCAA and its affiliates like the Barista and Roasters Guilds, plus CQI, and their role in certifying coffee professionals globally.
What Does the SCAA Actually Do for Coffee Professionals?
Learn how the SCAA sets coffee quality standards, certifies baristas, and runs the industry’s most influential coffee awards and events worldwide.
What Is the SCAA and Why It Matters in Specialty Coffee
The SCAA, founded in 1982, is the world’s largest coffee trade group with 3,000+ global members. Here’s what it does for specialty coffee.
How Coffee First Came to China
Coffee reached China much later than tea. Here’s when and how it was introduced, who drank it first, and how cultivation began.
When Did Coffee First Arrive in China?
Coffee was first planted in Taiwan in 1884. Here’s how it entered China, evolved, and took root in a tea-drinking nation.
When Did Coffee Become Popular in China?
Coffee entered China through global trade over centuries. Learn how it evolved from a foreign novelty to a mainstream urban lifestyle trend.
How to Store Coffee: Packaging That Preserves Freshness
Learn which coffee storage containers — like tin cans and vacuum packs — best preserve aroma, and what to do once you open your bag.