Coffee Guide

Category: Coffee Taste

This category focuses specifically on the sensory experience and perception of coffee’s flavor profile.

  • Coffee Bean Buying Guide: My Compass to Finding Your Perfect Brew

    Colorful coffee bags and brewers in a modern coffee shop with people in the background

    Stepping into a specialty coffee shop or even just browse the coffee aisle online can feel like navigating a complex map without a guide. So many origins, roast levels, blends… where do you even start? Believe me, I’ve been there! Over years of brewing countless cups, tasting beans from around the globe, and talking endlessly about coffee, I’ve developed a practical approach to decoding those bags and finding the gems that make truly exceptional coffee.

    In this guide, I want to share my personal compass – the key things I always consider – to help you confidently choose beans you’ll absolutely love, saving you time and potentially some less-than-stellar cups along the way.

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  • Does Your Milk Choice Weaken Your Coffee? (Oat vs. Dairy & More)

    Milk being poured from a white pitcher into a black coffee mug on a wooden countertop with a bottle of milk and jar of coffee beans in the background

    Ever noticed how the same coffee can taste dramatically different depending on whether you add whole milk at home, grab an oat milk latte from a cafe, or splash in some skim milk at the office? You’re not imagining things! The type of milk you choose absolutely changes how your coffee tastes, especially how “strong” or coffee-forward it seems.

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  • 3+ Easy Recipes Using Your Homemade Cold Brew Coffee

    Two glasses of cold coffee drinks—cold brew and iced coffee—on a marble counter in a bright modern kitchen

    While a simple glass of cold brew coffee over ice is fantastic, did you know your homemade brew is also an amazing ingredient? That’s right! Don’t just drink it; get creative in the kitchen! We’re sharing 3 super simple and tasty cold brew coffee recipes (plus a bonus dessert!) that use your cold brew (either the ready-to-drink kind or concentrate) in delicious new ways.

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  • Unlock Your Coffee Palate: A Beginner’s Guide to Coffee Tasting Notes You Must Know

    Three coffee cups with different brews, a bowl of coffee beans, and a colorful tasting wheel on a wooden table.

    Ever hear coffee enthusiasts talk about “chocolatey notes” or a “bright, citrusy finish” and feel completely lost? You’re not alone! The world of coffee flavor profiles can seem complex, but it’s actually a fascinating journey of sensory discovery.

    Learning to identify these nuances will not only deepen your appreciation for your daily cup but also help you choose beans you’ll truly love. Get ready to unlock your coffee palate with this beginner-friendly guide to the coffee tasting notes you need to know!

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