Wednesday, September 16 2026

Starbucks Coffee Menu Full Analysis: Varieties, Cup Sizes, and Flavor Differences of Espresso and Cold Brew

As a globally renowned coffee chain brand, Starbucks' product line centers on espresso, from which classic beverages such as Americano, Latte, Cappuccino, Flat White, Mocha, and Caramel Macchiato are derived, offered in three sizes: Tall, Grande, and Venti. In recent years, the Cold Brew series has also quickly gained popularity, welcomed for its smooth mouthfeel brought by low-temperature long-time extraction. This article, compiled by Front Street Coffee, systematically sorts out the main types of Starbucks coffee, their brewing principles, and flavor characteristics, while also sharing the specific brewing parameters for Iced Americano, helping coffee enthusiasts more clearly understand the logic behind the menu and find the cup that suits their taste. [more…]

Espresso Brewing Basics | How Can Coffee Beginners Make Espresso? What Are the Steps in the Standard Espresso Brewing Process?

As public demand for coffee grows, more and more coffee enthusiasts are buying related coffee equipment. In the third wave of specialty coffee, online sales of pour-over coffee equipment have been steadily rising, and it is also becoming increasingly common for coffee lovers to keep an espresso machine at home. However, [more…]

Coffee Brewing Methods | Is Coffee Made with a Moka Pot Espresso? How Much Does a Moka Pot Make Per Cup? How to Brew Multiple Servings with a Moka Pot

The moka pot is an icon of Italian coffee culture and one of the most famous coffee brewing devices in the world. Its iconic design, ease of use, and widespread availability make it a staple in many coffee lovers' collections. Although not everyone has the money or the space at home [more…]

The Origin of Latte | What is the espresso extraction coffee-to-water ratio for the espresso base of a latte or americano? What coffee beans are used for espresso?

A few days ago, a coffee enthusiast asked Front Street Coffee (FrontStreet Coffee): if the same bean is used, with the same grind size and the same dose, when preparing milk coffee, Americano, and espresso, will there be different requirements for the espresso's brew ratio? So Front Street Coffee (F [more…]

Cold Brew Coffee Making | Can Espresso Grounds Be Used for Cold Brew Black Coffee? What Is the Water-to-Coffee Ratio and Steeping Time for a Cold Brew Coffee Maker?

Cold brew coffee is arguably the easiest of all coffee extraction methods and requires no technical skill whatsoever, making it a way for any coffee novice to easily brew delicious iced coffee. Front Street Coffee has shared quite a few articles about various aspects of cold brew knowledge, and has also conducted studies of various scales on the parameters involved. [more…]

Espresso and Fancy Coffee | How Can Coffee Newbies Make a Latte at Home? What Are the Latte Making Methods, Espresso Ratios, and Preparation Techniques? An Introduction to the Characteristics, Origin, and History of the Latte

A few days ago, a coffee enthusiast asked Front Street Coffee (FrontStreet Coffee): if the same bean is used, with the same grind size and the same dose, when producing milk coffee, Americano, and espresso, will there be different requirements for the espresso's brew ratio? So Front Street Coffee (F [more…]

Espresso Brew Ratio | How Can Coffee Beginners Make Delicious Americanos and Lattes? Which Coffee Beans Are Suitable for Extracting Espresso?

A cup of rich espresso can be enjoyed in many ways: add fresh milk and it becomes a creamy milk coffee; add hot water at the right temperature and it becomes a hot Americano; or add ice cubes and it becomes an iced Americano. Of course, you can also directly use the single shot of espresso you've extracted. [more…]

拿铁咖啡的由来与特点解析:不同浓缩粉水比对奶咖美式的风味影响

拿铁、美式与浓缩咖啡同根同源,却因浓缩萃取比例不同而呈现出截然不同的风味表现。前街咖啡以同一款精品拼配豆、相同研磨度与粉量,测试了1:1、1:1.5、1:2三种粉水比对浓缩、拿铁、美式的具体影响。结果显示,粉水比1:1的浓缩偏酸但加奶后甜感突出,1:1.5层次最丰富且拿铁均衡,1:2则容易过萃出现木质与烟味。文章还解释了意式浓缩对拼配豆的依赖,并推荐了前街经典意式拼配。 [more…]

Types of Black Coffee Brewing Methods | What Are the Extraction Principles of Pour-Over and Espresso? How Do Drip Coffee, Immersion Coffee, and Boiled Coffee Differ?

There are quite a few types of coffee. Some people like instant coffee, some like pour-over, and others like cold brew. Coffee made with different methods has its own characteristics—some has a layered mouthfeel with distinct flavors, while some is convenient to brew. You can choose according to your own preferences. Pour-over [more…]

Cold Brew Coffee Bean Recommendations | Can Espresso Coffee Powder Be Used to Make Cold Brew? What Are the Characteristics of Cold Brew Coffee? Which Coffee Beans Are Suitable for Making Cold Brew?

Making cold brew coffee can be said to be the easiest among all the many coffee extraction methods, and it doesn't require any technical skill—it's a way for every coffee novice to easily brew delicious iced coffee. Front Street Coffee has shared quite a few articles about various aspects of cold brew knowledge, and has also conducted studies of various sizes on the parameters involved. [more…]

Coffee Brewing | What are the common coffee bean brewing methods, what are their characteristics, and which brewing method is suitable for coffee novices to learn on their own?

Coffee is one of the most popular beverages in the world. "Coffee" refers to any drink made from roasted coffee beans, which of course includes espresso and cold brew. There are many kinds of coffee—some people like instant, some like pour-over, and others like cold brew. Different methods [more…]

A Complete Guide to Common Coffee Types in Cafés: From Espresso to Cold Brew, the Differences Between Iced Americano, Latte, Piccolo, and Dirty

Walking into a café and facing the dazzling array of coffee names on the menu, have you ever hesitated: what exactly is the difference between an Americano, a Latte, a Dirty, and a Flat White? In fact, these common coffees can be grouped into three major camps—the espresso family, the drip coffee family, and the cold brew family. Espresso-based drinks use espresso as their foundation and, by adjusting the types and proportions of ingredients, have evolved into a rich variety including the Americano, Latte, Cappuccino, Flat White, Dirty, and Mocha; drip coffee, on the other hand, covers pour-over and cold drip, emphasizing clean, transparent layers of flavor; cold brew coffee uses immersion to deliver a full, rich mouthfeel. In this article, Front Street Coffee will guide you through the production logic, key parameters, and flavor characteristics of each category, and share application suggestions for beans such as Front Street Dark Cocoa Blend, Huakui, and Mozart, helping you easily pick the cup you love. [more…]

Types of Black Coffee | What is Japanese-style Coffee? What Are the Japanese Coffee Brewing Methods? What Are the Differences Between Japanese-style and Italian-style Coffee?

Coffee is a beloved beverage all over the world and the most popular drink globally. When it comes to dedication to coffee, Japan undoubtedly stands out, because Japan's coffee culture has a very long history, and Japanese coffee craftsmen are also highly dedicated. As another mainstream representative, [more…]

The Difference Between Pour-Over and Espresso | Can Espresso SOE Beans Be Used for Pour-Over? How to Make Pour-Over Black Coffee with Huakui SOE?

As is well known, Front Street Coffee recently launched a new fruity and floral espresso blend on Taobao Tmall—Front Street Strawberry Candy Espresso. Perhaps because the flavor is quite appealing, friends often ask our backend customer service: "This espresso bean is so delicious, can it be used for pour-over?" The answer [more…]

Black Coffee Brewing Methods | How to Use a Moka Pot to Brew Espresso-Style Black Coffee? Recommended Medium-Dark Roast Specialty Coffee Beans for Espresso Machines and Moka Pots

I. Brazil (South America) Front Street Red Bourbon Coffee: smooth and mellow flavor, neutral, can be brewed directly in a moka pot, with a touch of medium acidity and a strong nutty aroma; known for its balanced taste, it can also be combined with milk to make a latte, rich and smooth; II. Colombia (South America) Front Street Huila Coffee: rich flavor [more…]

Coffee Bean Extraction Methods | Can Espresso Beans Be Used for Pour-Over? How to Make Delicious Pour-Over Coffee with Espresso Beans?

As is well known, Front Street Coffee recently launched a new fruity and floral espresso blend on Taobao Tmall—Front Street Strawberry Candy Espresso. Perhaps because the flavor is quite appealing, friends often ask our customer service like this: "Your espresso beans are so delicious, can they be used for pour-over?" The answer is [more…]

Ice Coffee Brewing Methods | What's the Difference Between Cold Brew, Ice Drip, Iced Americano, and Iced Pour-Over? Which Ice Coffee Tastes Better?

As temperatures gradually rise, the popularity of iced coffee slowly heats up too. Common types of iced coffee include iced pour-over coffee, iced espresso, cold brew coffee, and cold drip coffee, etc. But what are the differences between these four types of iced coffee? And how do they differ in taste? Today Front Street Coffee (FrontStreetC [more…]

How a Moka Pot Works | What Are the Pros and Cons of a Moka Pot? Does Brewing Black Coffee with a Moka Pot Produce Crema?

As coffee has entered people's lives, it has gradually become a part of everyday life. The enjoyment of coffee is no longer limited to the pleasure brought by pour-over. There are many ways to drink coffee; besides the simple pour-over, espresso-based coffee is everyone's favorite. Perhaps you often hear people say in a coffee shop: "I'll have a [more…]