Coffee Technology
Latest articles, industry insights and brewing guides
How to Brew Coffee with a Siphon (Vacuum) Pot
Learn the history, grind size, water ratios, and step-by-step method for brewing coffee using a siphon (vacuum) pot, with tips for optimal flavor.
What Is Third Wave Coffee and How Did It Start?
Third wave coffee is a movement focused on origin, quality, and brewing precision. Learn how it evolved from instant and commercial coffee trends.
French Press Coffee: History, Method & Best Practices
Learn the origins, brewing steps, and flavor advantages of French Press coffee, plus how to make it at home with a 4-minute brew time.
How Argentine Coffee Shops Became Literary and Artistic Havens
Explore how Buenos Aires' historic cafes became centers of literature and art, from Café Tortoni to Café Británico, and their lasting cultural impact.
How the Three Global Coffee Waves Evolved
Explore how coffee evolved through three major waves—from instant to specialty—and what defined each movement in taste and culture.
How a Coffee Bean Becomes Specialty Grade
Not all red coffee cherries become specialty beans. Here’s how farming, picking, and processing turn a fruit into a premium cup.
How to Turn Coffee Beans Into a Cup of Coffee: A Beginner’s Guide
Learn how to go from whole coffee beans to a brewed cup using the right tools, grind sizes, and basic steps for beginners.
The Royal Belgian Coffee Maker: History, Brewing & FAQs
Learn how the ornate Royal Belgian coffee maker works, its 19th-century origins, and how to brew with it properly—step by step.
How Your Coffee Tool Choice Affects Your Brew
Discover how simple, stable brewing tools like the Clever Dripper and AeroPress produce consistent coffee with minimal variables.
Common Types of Coffee Served in Cafés Explained
A clear guide to classic café coffee drinks like espresso, cappuccino, and more, with ratios and origins for each.
What Is 4C Coffee Certification and How Does It Work?
4C is a global sustainability standard for coffee covering social, environmental, and economic practices. Find out who it applies to and how it’s verified.
Why Coffee Grind Size Matters More Than Your Brewer
A real-world test shows how your grinder—not your pour-over setup—determines extraction quality. See how three grinders changed Yirgacheffe flavor dramatically.
The Origins and Name of Coffee: A Historical Guide
Discover where coffee got its name, from Ethiopia’s legend to the linguistic journey through Arabia, Turkey, and Europe.
Cup of Excellence: How COE Coffee Is Scored
Learn how COE-rated coffees are evaluated, from scoring criteria to auction status. Discover what makes a coffee qualify as COE-level specialty.
Beginner’s Guide to Common Coffee Terms Explained
Learn key coffee terms like roast level, processing methods, and flavor defects every beginner should know.
How to Describe and Taste Coffee Flavors Accurately
Learn key coffee flavor terms like acidity, body, and aroma, and how to use them to better evaluate your cup.
Natural Process Coffee: A Complete Guide to Sun-Dried Beans
Learn how sun-dried or natural process coffee is made, from sorting to drying, and why it creates sweet, bold flavors.
Washed Coffee Process: Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how washed coffee is processed, from fruit removal to drying, and why it produces clean, bright flavors.
How to Package Coffee to Preserve Freshness and Flavor
Learn the key techniques and materials for packaging coffee to prevent oxidation, moisture, and aroma loss. Essential for home and commercial storage.
How to Taste Coffee Like a Pro: The 6-Step Cupping Guide
Learn the six essential steps to evaluate coffee like a trained barista—aroma, aroma, taste, nose, aftertaste, and body—from professional cupping techniques.