Why Does Naturally Cooled Coffee Taste Nasty?

Okay, so what we’re talking about is coffee that has been brewed hot and slowly reaches room temperature. We’re not talking about cold brew coffee or hot brewed coffee that is quickly chilled, say with ice. Now that we got that out of the way, here is what happens. From USA Today: “As hot coffee cools, these lactones break down to become carboxylic and chlorogenic acids. These acids present themselves via a bitter/acidic flavor in the cup,” he said. “This combined with the oxidization that is also occurring as coffee cools down just makes for a super unpleasant taste most […]

Premium Coffee Has Become More Available

Drinking coffee as a morning treat and smelling its soothing aroma have been enjoyed by coffee drinkers for thousands of years. But Premium coffee has not been available throughout history. People often use it to start off their days in the morning, as a warm drink during the winter, or even as a treat after meals. The coffee industry has evolved over the past few years, as more and more distributors have experimented with new ground coffees and coffee blends. Take advantage of the many benefits that premium coffee can offer you if you are a coffee drinker. Here are […]

What Coffee Has The Most Caffeine

There has been confusion as to what type of coffee has the most caffeine. Conventional wisdom would presume that bold, dark roasted coffees have the most caffeine. That is not the case. It depends on the weight of the coffee and how much is used to brew a cup or pot. So, how can you know which roast gives you more caffeine? Let’s get to the bottom of this.  As you roast coffee beans, they lose water and become more “puffy”. The longer you roast, the more this happens to the bean. Darker roasted beans weigh less when measured by […]

Which Coffee Machine To Buy

So you need some advice on what coffee machine you should buy? Are you looking for a basic, Automatic Drip Maker and need a few suggestions. You can decide which is best for you. Here we go! Black+Decker CM1160B-1 CM1160B 12-Cup Programmable Coffee Maker, Black/Stainless Steel Amazon Price: 25.99 This a very good 12-cup coffee maker! Digital programming for 24 hour auto-brew Stop flow, Sneak a cup technology 2 hour auto shut off Rubberized feet Washable brew basket Mueller 12-Cup Drip Coffee Maker, Auto Keep Warm Function, Smart Anti-Drip System, with Durable Permanent Filter and  Borosilicate Glass Carafe, Clear Water […]

The Best Ways To Brew Coffee At Home

What is the best way to brew coffee at home? Well, it depends on what you are looking for. Do you want convenience? Do you want the best tasting cup of coffee? Do you want to take up minimum counter space? Are you old fashioned in your tastes? Let’s review some of the best methods. What is your favorite way to make coffee? Leave a comment below. Automatic Drip Coffee Maker This is the most popular and well-known method for home brewing. This is a very convenient way to make multiple cups of coffee, depending on your machine. It involves […]

Is Drinking Coffee Black Better For You?

I like my coffee black. The pure flavor of black coffee has become one of my favorite tastes! Enjoying the full flavor and aroma has become a huge part of my morning ritual. I used to drink it with milk and sugar but I decided to wean myself and go full dark. It took a while to adjust but, ultimately, I was able to retrain my palate to first tolerate and then LOVE the taste! Why would I do that, you ask? Let me list the reasons. I’m cheap. There. I said it. I make and drink coffee at home […]