Origins 9 min read
What Is Cuban Coffee? History, Recipes, and How to Make a Cafecito
Cuban coffee is a shot of moka pot espresso whipped with sugar to create espuma. Here's the history, the technique, and how to make it at home.
Origins 9 min read
Guatemalan Coffee: Regional Flavor Differences and Best Coffees Reviewed
Explore Guatemala's eight coffee growing regions, their unique flavor profiles, and our ranked reviews of the best Guatemalan coffees you can buy online.
Origins 7 min read
6 Colombian Coffees Reviewed and Ranked: Best and Worst Picks
We taste-tested six Colombian coffees and ranked them from best to worst. Find out which Colombian beans deliver on flavor and which ones to skip.
Origins 9 min read
7 Sumatra Coffees Reviewed and Ranked: Best and Worst Picks
We blind-tasted seven Sumatran coffees and ranked them from best to worst. Learn what makes Sumatra taste so different and which beans are worth buying.
Brewing 6 min read
How to Create Your Own Coffee Blends at Home
Learn to blend coffee at home using origin flavor profiles, proven ratios, and starter recipes. Includes a flavor reference chart and four blend recipes to try right now.
Brewing 5 min read
OXO Brew Pour Over Review: Best Beginner Pour-Over Brewer?
The OXO Brew Pour Over makes clean, flavorful coffee without demanding V60-level technique. Our complete review covers brewing guide, comparisons, and who it's actually for.
Origins 8 min read
Papua New Guinea Coffee: Sweet, Fruity, and Seriously Underrated
Papua New Guinea produces some of the world's best high-grade coffee with sweet, fruity flavors and an earthy finish. Here's what you need to know about PNG beans.
Origins 8 min read
Mexican Coffee: Flavor Profile and Growing Regions Explained
Mexican coffee offers nutty flavors, chocolate undertones, and mild caramel sweetness. Explore the three main growing regions of Chiapas, Veracruz, and Oaxaca.
Drinks 4 min read
Starbucks Canned Nitro Cold Brew Review: Is It Worth $3 a Can?
We tried Starbucks' canned nitro cold brew. The nitro smoothness is real, but the black version is bitter. A splash of cream transforms it. Here's the full review.
Equipment 13 min read
The Best Electric Coffee Grinders in 2026: A Buyer's Guide From Budget to Endgame
The electric grinder market has been revolutionized by single-dose designs, aftermarket burrs, and 64mm flat platforms. We break down the best options at every price point — and explain why your grinder matters more than your coffee maker.
Brewing 5 min read
SteepShot Coffee Maker Review: Worthwhile or Worthless?
We paid £100+ for the SteepShot and tested its 30-second brewing claim. The speed is real. The coffee quality isn't. Here's our honest verdict and what to buy instead.
Equipment 13 min read
The Best Manual Coffee Grinders in 2026: From $50 to $310, Ranked and Explained
Hand grinders punch absurdly above their weight. A $130 hand grinder matches or beats a $400 electric. We tested and ranked the best manual grinders at every price point — and explain why the market has changed completely.
Science 5 min read
Coffee Fruit Tea vs Regular Coffee: Side-by-Side Taste Test
We brewed coffee fruit tea (cascara) and regular coffee side by side. It doesn't taste like coffee — but we'd actually choose it over black coffee. Here's why.
Equipment 5 min read
Wacaco Nanopresso Review: A Portable Espresso Maker That Actually Works
Is the Wacaco Nanopresso worth the price? We unbox, brew, and honestly review this portable handheld espresso maker to find out if it can really deliver barista-quality espresso on the go.
Brewing 6 min read
Clever Dripper Review: Immersion + Pour Over in One Brewer
The Clever Dripper combines French press-style immersion with paper filter clarity. We tested it for a week and compare it to the V60, AeroPress, and French press.