Coffee Technology
Latest articles, industry insights and brewing guides
Does Pre-Infusion Really Improve Your Espresso?
Pre-infusion helps espresso extraction by preparing coffee grounds evenly. Learn how it works in piston, E61, and modern machines.
Pour-Over Coffee: Best Brew Ratios by Flavor Preference
Find your ideal pour-over coffee strength with these tested water-to-coffee ratios—1:10 for bold, 1:12–1:13 for balanced, and 1:14–1:16 for light profiles.
What Affects Your Pour-Over Coffee? Key Brewing Factors Explained
Your coffee’s flavor starts with the bean, grind, water, and technique. Learn how each factor shapes your pour-over results.
How to Use the SCAA Cupping Form for Coffee Evaluation
Learn how to score coffee using the SCAA cupping form, with scoring tiers, defect deductions, and how to reach specialty-grade quality.
How to Use a Siphon Coffee Maker: Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to brew coffee with a siphon pot using precise heat, timing, and stirring. This guide covers setup, brewing, and cleanup in detail.
How to Brew Pour-Over Coffee Without Fail
Follow this step-by-step guide to perfect your pour-over technique with exact water temps, bloom times, and grind tips.
Filter Paper Brewing: The Easiest Pour-Over Method
Filter paper pour-over is the simplest home brewing method—easy cleanup, adjustable water flow, and great for single servings. Here’s how to do it right.
How Coffee Beans Are Picked and Processed: Key Methods Explained
Learn how coffee beans are harvested and processed—handpicked vs. machine, washed vs. natural—and why these steps shape your cup.
Six World-Class Pour-Over Coffee Brewing Methods
Explore the exact techniques used by the top six brewers at the 2015 World Brewers Cup, including grind, ratios, temperatures, and timings.
Six Factors That Affect Coffee Milk Foam for Latte Art
Learn the six key variables that impact milk foam quality for latte art, from temperature to steam dryness and pitcher shape.
Six Factors That Affect Coffee Milk Foam for Latte Art
Learn the six key variables that impact milk foam quality for latte art, from temperature to steam dryness and pitcher shape.
Drip Coffee vs Espresso: Key Differences Explained
Learn the core differences between drip coffee and espresso—brew methods, flavor profiles, and how they serve as bases for popular drinks.
Espresso vs Single Origin Coffee: How to Tell Them Apart
Learn the key differences between espresso and single origin coffee, including grind, brew method, and whether SOE can make espresso.
What Defines a Proper Espresso Shot
Learn the official WBC standards for espresso: brew time, pressure, temp, volume, and crema — plus what makes a great shot.
Americano Explained: Origins and How to Make It Properly
Learn why Americano is a cafe favorite, how it’s made, and whether adding hot water to espresso is the right technique.
What Espresso Really Tastes Like: A Detailed Guide
Discover the true flavors of espresso—its bitterness, strength, caffeine content, and why less can be more in this detailed taste guide.
Types of Coffee Roasters and Their Flavor Profiles
Learn how hot air, direct flame, and hybrid roasters shape your coffee’s flavor, from bright acidity to deep caramel notes.
Nicaragua Honey Process Coffee from Finca La Bendición
Learn how Finca La Bendición in Nicaragua produces cupping-score 86.5 honey-processed coffee with red Catuai, grown at 1350+ meters.
How Colombia’s Geographic Indication Shapes Its Coffee Quality
Learn why Colombia coffee’s GI status boosts its global reputation and price—and how geography defines its distinct flavor.
The History and State of Yemeni Coffee Production
Explore the origins of Mocha coffee, the decline of Yemen’s coffee industry, and the unique challenges facing its high-altitude, artisanal production today.