Wednesday, September 16 2026

Starbucks Coffee Full-Series Tasting Guide: Flavor and Price Analysis from Classic Espresso to Creative Specialty Drinks

As a globally renowned coffee chain brand, Starbucks offers a dazzling array of drinks on its menu, from classic espresso to creatively crafted specialty beverages, each carrying its own unique coffee culture. This article will systematically outline the complete range of Starbucks coffee types, covering classics such as cappuccino, latte, Americano, mocha, and caramel macchiato, as well as the iced drink series and creative products like Frappuccino, while also detailing the general price ranges for each size. In addition, the article delves into the roasting origins of Starbucks coffee beans, the Italian roots of its size terminology, and the personalized options customers can customize, providing coffee enthusiasts with a comprehensive and practical ordering reference. [more…]

Featured SOE Coffee Bean Recommendations | Why Are Some SOEs Sour and Weak? How Should Beginners Choose SOE Espresso Beans?

SOE coffee is an abbreviation of the English term Single Origin Espresso, which means espresso made from a single origin, or more simply, single-origin espresso. The biggest characteristic of this coffee is its ability to showcase the flavor profiles of different regions. For example, if you want something acidic, go for Yirgacheffe. [more…]

Black Honey Processing | Why do Costa Rican honey-processed coffee beans have high sweetness? What are some recommended high-quality pour-over coffee beans with prominent berry flavors?

Honey processing, translated from the English "Honey Process" or "Miel Process," the word "honey" in honey processing actually comes from Miel, which means "honey" in Spanish. The term honey processing originated in Costa Rica in Central America, where it was first [more…]

Australian Small Latte | The origin of the name Piccolo latte and how to make it. What is the difference in taste and mouthfeel between a piccolo and a flat white?

Now with the popularity of espresso, fancy coffee varieties are emerging one after another. Among them, on Front Street Coffee's espresso menu, latte and cappuccino are deeply loved by everyone, but today Front Street would like to introduce a relatively rare espresso drink—piccolo coffee, also known as piccolo latte. You may have rarely heard of [more…]

Intro to Espresso | What Are the Ways to Drink Espresso? What Coffee Beans Should Beginners Use for Making Espresso at Home?

"How do you drink espresso?" - It has to be downed in one gulp! Don't think this is a joke—espresso really is meant to be downed in one gulp! Many friends may find espresso very bitter the first time they try it, but gradually, you'll come to sense the rich aroma and full-bodied depth of espresso's original flavor—something other cof [more…]

Latte Coffee | What is the espresso-to-milk ratio in Italy's classic milk coffee latte? Which Italian coffee beans should be chosen to make a latte?

Latte coffee is one of the many Italian-style latte coffees, because latte means fresh milk in Italian. In the English-speaking world, it generally refers to coffee brewed with hot fresh milk. Latte Coffee is coffee with milk added, usually directly translated as "latte coffee." [more…]

Coffee Basics | What Does Mocha Mean in Coffee? Is Mocha Coffee a Black Coffee Made from Mocha Coffee Beans? Is There Any Connection Between the Moka Pot and Yemeni Mocha?

For more specialty coffee knowledge and sharing, please follow our WeChat official account: Front Street Coffee (FrontStreet Coffee). Many newcomers to coffee feel very confused when they see coffee terms containing "Mocha." Views on Mocha coffee differ between those who start with espresso-based coffee and those who start with single-origin coffee. [more…]

From Coffee Cherry to Cup: Coffee Cherry Structure Diagram and Full Analysis of Green Bean Processing Workflow

Many people drink coffee every day, yet have never seen what a coffee fruit actually looks like. Coffee cherries resemble cherries, turning red when ripe, and their internal structure determines the final form of the coffee bean. This article uses anatomical diagrams to show in detail the exocarp, pectin layer, endocarp, silver skin, and seed of the coffee fruit, and traces the complete chain from harvesting, washing or drying, roasting, to extraction. It also introduces the distribution characteristics of the global coffee belt, as well as the basic differences among the three major native species: Arabica, Robusta, and Liberica. The article also recommends related products from Front Street Coffee, helping enthusiasts understand more intuitively the transformation of coffee from fruit to cup. [more…]

How to Make Americano Black Coffee | Is There a Big Difference in Taste Between Americanos at Different Temperatures? Which Has More Calories, Hot Americano or Iced Americano?

Coffee has become a necessity in everyone's life. Some people use it to stay awake, some to lose weight, and more people drink it out of habit. Coffee contains caffeine, which can indeed help with fat loss, but it shouldn't be used as a weight-loss tool—it's just a beverage. Americano is a type of coffee, without [more…]

Benefits of Drinking Americano Black Coffee | Is There a Big Difference Between Iced Americano and Hot Americano? Is Americano Black Coffee High in Calories? Can It Help with Weight Loss?

Coffee has become a daily necessity in everyone's life. Some people use it to stay alert, some to lose weight, and more people drink it simply out of habit. Coffee contains caffeine, which can indeed help with fat burning, but it shouldn't be used as a weight-loss tool—it's just a beverage. Americano is a type of coffee, without [more…]

PWN Golden Mandheling Flavor Characteristics | Why Does Pour-Over Indonesian Mandheling Coffee Taste Sour? Is Mandheling a Coffee Variety? Where Does the Mandheling Flavor Come From?

Some friends who dislike acidity and are new to single-origin coffee often tell the barista when they arrive at a café: "I'd like a pour-over coffee that isn't sour." At this point, the barista will usually recommend Mandheling coffee beans. Once it's brewed and they take the first sip, the feedback is always that it's bitter, and some even want to add sugar. [more…]

Cold Brew Single-Origin Bean Recommendations | How Can Coffee Newbies Make Cold Brew Coffee at Home? What Are the Benefits of Cold Brew Coffee? Are Cold Brew Coffee Bags Easy to Use?

There are many ways to make delicious iced coffee (types of iced coffee). From the more elaborate cold drip and the quickest iced coffee pour-over, to the easy-to-make and mainstream cold brew method. Cold brew has many names, such as Cold Brew (the English term for cold brew coffee), cold brew coffee, cold extracted coffee, cold extraction coffee, and so on, referring to [more…]

Coffee Processing | What is washed coffee? What is the washed processing method for coffee beans? What characteristics do washed beans have? How should washed coffee be brewed to taste good?

Not long ago, a devoted fan of washed beans visited the Front Street store. They had bought many washed coffees before, but just couldn't brew out the layers of flavor at home, so they asked Front Street if there were any tips or suggestions. So today, let's discuss brewing methods for washed coffee. What is washed coffee? In coffee [more…]

The Triple Identity of the Word "Mocha": From Yemeni Coffee Beans to Espresso Drinks and Home Moka Pots

The word "Mocha" appears with extremely high frequency in the coffee world, but what exactly does it refer to? Friends new to coffee are often confused by the three things: mocha coffee beans, the mocha coffee drink, and the moka pot. In fact, their origins may span one or two centuries, and there is no direct derivative relationship between them, yet they all happen to share the name "Mocha." To sort out this relationship, the clues trace back to the Port of Mocha in Yemen. This article will break down the true meaning of these three "Mochas" one by one from three angles: historical origins, flavor characteristics, and brewing principles, and will also include Front Street Coffee's practical advice on choosing beans for the moka pot. [more…]

Sidamo Natural Flower Kui | What are the characteristics of the Sidamo coffee-producing region in Ethiopia? What are the flavor characteristics of Flower Kui coffee beans?

The flavor of Front Street Ethiopian coffee beans is world-famous for its elegant floral notes, citrus, lemon, and tropical fruit aromas, along with a fruity tea-like mouthfeel. It is often the first-choice region for specialty coffee fans, especially Yirgacheffe and Sidama. So in this article, Front Street will introduce you to a famous Ethiopian coffee region—Sida [more…]

Sidamo Natural Diamond Coffee Beans | What Are the Cultivation Characteristics of Ethiopian Coffee Regions? How Do You Brew Sidamo Guji Hambela Diamond to Bring Out Its Fruity Flavors?

The flavor of Front Street Ethiopian coffee beans is world-renowned for its elegant floral notes, citrus, lemon, and tropical fruit aromas, along with a fruity tea-like mouthfeel. It is often the region of choice for specialty coffee fans, especially Yirgacheffe and Sidama. So in this article, Front Street will introduce you to a famous Ethiopian coffee region—Sidama. [more…]

Recommendations for High-Value Hand-Brewed Beans | What's the Difference Between Mandheling and Huakui Coffee? What Pour-Over Parameters Should Be Used for Mandheling Coffee Beans and Huakui Coffee Beans?

Friends who enjoy visiting specialty coffee shops should be familiar with Front Street Mandheling coffee, known worldwide for its unique herbal aroma and excellent body, making it especially suitable for those who prefer a rich taste; in recent years, a Front Street Huakui coffee from Ethiopia has offered full fruit aromas and a clear [more…]

The Origin Story of Golden Mandheling Coffee | What Coffee Bean Variety Is Mandheling Ateng? Is PWN Golden Mandheling Suitable for Pour-Over Black Coffee?

The variety of Golden Mandheling coffee currently produced by PWN is Ateng, which is the local name used by Indonesian farmers; it is actually Catimor. Originally, the coffee variety grown locally in Indonesia was Typica, recognized for its excellent flavor, introduced to Java by the Dutch in the late 17th century, and [more…]