Coffee Culture
Latest articles, industry insights and brewing guides
The Ultimate Guide to Coffee Knowledge
Discover key facts about coffee’s origins, global trends, and cultural role—from China’s growing market to brewing versatility.
10 Proven Benefits of Drinking Coffee
From boosting focus to aiding fat loss, here are 10 evidence-based ways coffee supports health and performance, backed by real data.
How Coffee Beans Are Classified: Arabica vs Robusta
Coffee beans are mainly divided into two types: Arabica and Robusta. Learn which grows where, why they taste different, and how global supply works.
What Happened When My Yirgacheffe Tasted Too Sour
A reader’s Yirgacheffe pour-over turned out overly sour—here’s why, and how adjusting roast level and water temperature fixed the issue.
Rare Natural Process Yirgacheffe Offers Both Brightness and Body
A rare natural-process Yirgacheffe combines floral brightness like washed Yirgacheffe with the body and depth of Harar. Here's what makes it unique.
How Natural Yirgacheffe Tastes in a Pour-Over Brew
A FrontStreet Coffee reader shares a detailed experience brewing 48-hour-rested natural Yirgacheffe via V60: muted acidity, winey notes, and why it resembles high-end Harar.
How to French Press Natural Yirgacheffe Coffee
Brewing natural Yirgacheffe with a French press at 88°C using 22g coffee and 270ml water yields a rich, low-acid cup with chocolate and caramel notes.
How to Soak and Clean Espresso Machine Parts After Use
Learn why soaking espresso machine parts overnight prevents buildup and odors, and how to clean them properly the next morning.
How to Clean Your Home Espresso Machine Like Oscar
Keep your home espresso machine in top shape with this step-by-step guide to backflushing, part soaking, and daily maintenance.
Shanghai’s Country Coffee: A Hidden Gem in the Suburbs
Nestled in Shanghai’s low-traffic western suburbs, Country Coffee survives thanks to a niche expat clientele and a commitment to fresh self-roasted beans.
How to Control Flavor in Medium Roast Coffee
Learn how roast level affects coffee flavor balance, and why medium roast preserves sweetness, acidity, and body for the best cup.
What Makes Papua New Guinea Coffee So Special?
Discover why Papua New Guinea coffee offers clean, bright flavors with complex fruit and nut notes—often compared to South American beans.
How to Brew Coffee with a Siphon (Vacuum Pot)
Learn how to make rich, smooth siphon coffee with exact temperatures, brew times, and stirring tips for full flavor extraction.
How to Make Siphon Coffee at Home
Learn how to brew rich, aromatic siphon coffee with step-by-step guidance on grind size, water temperature, and brewing time.
What Are Costa Coffee Beans Like?
A firsthand review of Costa-branded coffee beans: medium roast, balanced flavor, sweet finish, and smooth body at £128 for 250g.
Bali Kintamani Natural Process Volcano Coffee
A naturally processed Indonesian coffee from Bali’s Kintamani volcano, offering cherry wine notes, low acidity, and a Mandheling-like sweetness.
Bali Kintamani Natural Process Coffee Review
This organic Bali Kintamani natural-process coffee scored 89 in Coffee Review, with bright fruit, winey notes, and syrupy body.
Testing a DIY Square Roasting Cube for Specialty Coffee
A square, motorless home roasting cube delivered even heat distribution and consistent results in a 9-minute Tanzania roast.
What Every Roaster Should Know About Coffee Roasting
Coffee roasting is both simple and mysterious. Here’s how variables like equipment, beans, and environment shape your roast—without a magic formula.
How to Enjoy Great Coffee Without Spending Much
You don’t need expensive gear or high income—just fresh beans, the right grind, and simple tools to make excellent coffee at home.