Coffee Guide

Tag: Coffee Beans

  • 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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  • Is Your Grind Size Wrecking Your Coffee? Your Simple Coffee Grind Cheat Sheet!

    Four coffee grind sizes—coarse, medium, fine, and extra fine—displayed in neat piles on a light stone-textured background

    So, you took the leap! You ditched that noisy blade grinder and got yourself a proper burr grinder (high five!). You’re grinding fresh beans right before you brew… but maybe your coffee still tastes a bit… off? Sometimes bitter, sometimes sour, never quite perfect?

    Don’t worry, you haven’t wasted your money! There’s one more crucial piece to the perfect-cup puzzle: the size of your coffee grounds. Getting this right is just as important as grinding fresh!

    Using the wrong grind size for your coffee maker is a super common mistake, and it’s often the secret culprit behind a bad brew. But luckily, it’s easy to fix! This simple cheat sheet will explain why size matters and give you a starting point for matching your grind to your brewer.

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  • 3 Big Reasons to Ditch Your Blade Grinder Now for Amazing Coffee

    Electric burr coffee grinder with beans on a wooden counter in a bright modern kitchen with white cabinets and natural light

    Dreaming of making coffee at home that tastes just as good as your favorite cafe? You bought good beans, you’ve got your coffee maker ready… but something’s still missing. Could it be your grinder?

    If you’re using one of those little grinders with a propeller-like blade inside (you know, the ones that sound like a tiny airplane taking off!), you might be accidentally sabotaging your brew!

    Lots of us start with blade grinders because they’re cheap. But trust me, upgrading is one of the biggest steps you can take towards truly delicious coffee. Here are 3 big reasons why ditching that blade grinder makes a world of difference:

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