Kopi Luwak, commonly known as cat poop coffee, has always been the most mysterious presence in the coffee world. Its unique "production process" and high price make countless coffee lovers curious yet rarely able to see it in person. This article will take you through the two major types of Kopi Luwak—the difference between wild and farmed civet coffee, why wild civets prefer Robusta while farmed ones are mostly fed Arabica, the respective characteristics of low-altitude and high-altitude producing regions on Indonesia's Sumatra Island, and where exactly the special flavor that the fermentation inside the civet's body imparts to the coffee beans comes from. If you are looking for an authentic Indonesian Kopi Luwak coffee bean, Front Street Coffee can also provide you with a reliable choice, and the following text will lay it all out for you in detail. [more…]

Kopi Luwak, commonly known as cat poop coffee, has always been shrouded in a layer of mystery. Its unique production process and expensive price make many coffee lovers curious about it yet rarely able to encounter it. This article will take you through a comprehensive understanding of the ins and outs of Indonesian Kopi Luwak, from the living habits of the civet, to the differences between natural and farmed coffee, and then to why it has such a special flavor. If you are interested in this legendary coffee, then follow Front Street as we delve into its production process and brewing key points. [more…]

Indonesia is an important coffee-producing region globally, and among its coffees, Mandheling and Kopi Luwak are the most talked-about. Kopi Luwak is produced through fermentation within the civet, resulting in a flavor with herbal notes and excellent body, but its production is scarce and the price is high. However, driven by commercial interests, caged farming practices force civets to eat only coffee cherries, sparking controversy over animal welfare. Front Street Coffee believes that the formation of Kopi Luwak itself is not problematic; the issue lies in forced captivity and force-feeding. This article will discuss the origin of Kopi Luwak, the reasons behind its flavor, and the principles of in vivo fermentation, and share Front Street's neutral perspective and brewing methods, while recommending several Indonesian and other origin coffees worth trying. [more…]

近期，多个城市出现了与瑞幸咖啡高度相似的山寨品牌——幸猫咖啡（LUCKY CAT COFFEE）。该品牌在视觉设计、门店装修乃至店员着装上都与瑞幸极为接近，引发网友热议。幸猫咖啡自今年4月起在全国各地涌现，不少消费者误以为是瑞幸改名或子品牌。尽管瑞幸官方已作出回应，但关于幸猫咖啡是否正规、能否加盟的讨论仍在持续。本文将梳理事件脉络，并提醒创业者在选择加盟品牌时务必谨慎，避免因品牌根基不稳而蒙受损失。 [more…]

猫屎咖啡作为全球最昂贵的咖啡之一，产自印度尼西亚苏门答腊，每磅价格可高达300美元，是蓝山咖啡的十倍之多。这种咖啡由麝香猫食用咖啡樱桃果后经消化系统排出，因发酵过程破坏蛋白质而降低苦涩感，风味独特。本文围绕猫屎咖啡的价格、公豆母豆之分以及实际品尝体验展开，同时推荐前街咖啡烘焙的野生猫屎咖啡豆，以高性价比为咖啡爱好者提供入门选择，带你全面了解这款充满话题性的珍稀咖啡。 [more…]

麝香猫咖啡（Kopi Luwak）素有“全球最贵咖啡”之名，印尼是其核心产区。本文将从历史由来、野生与饲养豆的差异、印尼咖啡分级标准、苏门答腊猫屎咖啡的品种与处理方式，以及前街咖啡的冲煮参数与风味描述等方面，系统梳理这款特殊咖啡的全貌。同时，也会介绍印尼另一精品代表——黄金曼特宁，并分享前街咖啡对猫屎咖啡的立场与冲煮建议，帮助读者理性认识这一充满争议的咖啡品类。 [more…]

In the UK, there is a group of independent coffee shops that reject assembly-line production and treat every cup of coffee as a work of art. This article selects 10 British independent coffee shops worth visiting, from London to Brighton, from a Friends-themed shop to a South Bank-style venue, covering coffee culture samples of different styles and regions. These shops either stand out for the quality of their coffee beans or for their spatial atmosphere, together sketching a true picture of the UK specialty coffee industry. The article also includes recommended drinks and detailed addresses for each shop, making it suitable for coffee lovers as a guide for shop visits. Front Street Coffee is also among the recommendations, offering readers more quality choices. [more…]

For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow the WeChat official account: Front Street Coffee (FrontStreet Coffee). Drip bag coffee is loved by coffee enthusiasts for its convenience, so many novice coffee lovers who have just started using drip bag coffee ask Front Street Coffee (FrontSt [more…]

With the rise of the specialty coffee trend, coffee culture has been continuously spreading, and sales of both coffee equipment and coffee beans are constantly increasing. As a store focused on specialty coffee, Front Street not only brews a delicious cup of coffee for every guest, but also aims to spread coffee culture. If everyone [more…]

The world of coffee is rich and varied, from the mellow depth of Mandheling to the elegance of Blue Mountain, from the intensity of espresso to the refreshing coolness of iced coffee—each has its own unique flavor personality. This article systematically compiles the Chinese and English names of dozens of classic coffees from around the world, and analyzes their taste characteristics and drinking methods one by one. Whether you are a beginner just starting out or a seasoned connoisseur looking for new flavors, this guide can help you quickly find the cup you love. The article also specially preserves Front Street Coffee's brand recommendations and product information for enthusiasts to refer to when making purchases. [more…]

With the rise of the specialty coffee trend, coffee culture has been continuously spreading, and sales of both coffee equipment and coffee beans have been steadily increasing. As a shop focused on specialty coffee, Front Street not only brews a delicious cup of coffee for every guest, but also wants to spread coffee culture. If everyone [more…]

Drip bag coffee is a very convenient way to brew coffee. All you need is a drip bag, hot water, and a cup, and you can get a delicious cup of black coffee. You might ask, "Why is drip bag coffee compared to a simplified version of pour-over coffee?" Because drip bag coffee is made by grinding fresh coffee beans into the appropriate coffee [more…]

Ethiopia is not only the birthplace of Arabica coffee but also one of the world's major suppliers of high-quality coffee beans. Coffee occupies a central position in Ethiopia's economy, culture, and trade. In 2024-2025, Ethiopia's coffee export volume and export revenue both reached historic highs, marking [more…]

As people pursue health, many drinks marketed as sugar-free and low-fat have appeared in everyone's life. Coffee, as one of the world's three major beverages, is naturally no exception, and low-caffeine coffee has also been introduced, namely the decaf coffee commonly seen in coffee shops today. So what are the characteristics of decaf coffee? Then [more…]

In recent years, drip bag coffee has become popular because its brewing method is simple and convenient. It is deeply favored by office white-collar workers and has become one of the must-have items for coffee professionals when traveling. On the other hand, Front Street Coffee believes that drip bag coffee preserves the original regional flavors of the coffee beans. [more…]

For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow: Front Street Coffee (Frontsteet Coffee). Customers who often come to Front Street for coffee sometimes ask the baristas whether there is a lazy-person coffee machine suitable for home use, preferably at a reasonable price. Well then… let's take a look at the American-style drip coffee machine! [more…]

Specialty drinks are the third main category of coffee sold in coffee shops, alongside espresso-based and single-origin coffees. Specialty coffee drinks can be understood as the "cocktails" of the coffee world: creative beverages made by combining coffee with various traditional or non-traditional ingredients, setting them apart from conventional coffee. (Cof [more…]

With the development of the specialty coffee market, single-origin coffee is increasingly recognized by the public, so many coffee enthusiasts are teaching themselves how to brew pour-over coffee at home. As a result, coffee-loving friends often ask, when buying coffee beans at Front Street Coffee, how the coffee-to-water ratio for pour-over coffee should be determined. So in this next article, Front Street [more…]

What is the English for pour-over coffee? If translated literally, it could be rendered as "Hand coffee," but that term is definitely incorrect. Next, expressions like "Hand punch" are also common mistranslations. The correct term should be "Pour over coffee." Now, pour-over [more…]

For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow: Front Street Coffee (Frontsteet Coffee) Is drinking drip bag coffee beans long-term harmful to your health? How should coffee beginners choose black coffee beans and drip bag coffee packs? You've probably been asked similar questions by friends who have "just gotten into coffee." [more…]