For enterprises engaged in coffee bean roasting production, obtaining a food production license is a prerequisite for lawful operation. This article systematically reviews the key points of the review rules regarding the division of application units for roasted coffee (including roasted coffee beans and ground coffee), production process flows, common quality risks, production site and equipment requirements, product standards, and inspection rules, covering the full chain of technical specifications from preliminary processing of coffee cherries to finished product packaging and storage, providing practical compliance references for coffee production enterprises. Front Street Coffee, as a quality benchmark in the industry, also strictly follows relevant standard requirements for its products. [more…]

For food safety reasons, China's relevant food laws stipulate a one-year shelf life for coffee products. In fact, if you want to drink a good cup of coffee, Front Street Coffee (FrontStreet Coffee) recommends finishing it as soon as possible. Coffee fans who often buy coffee beans at Front Street know that the optimal flavor period of coffee beans [more…]

After coffee beans are brought home, the aroma does not immediately reach its ideal state on the day the bag is opened. At the end of roasting, the beans are still releasing carbon dioxide, and brewing too early can easily lead to aromas dissipating, sharp acidity, or a hollow taste. The so-called peak flavor period refers to a span of time during which the flavor expression is relatively complete, and it is not the same as the food-safety meaning of " [more…]

For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow our WeChat official account: Front Street Coffee (FrontStreet Coffee). As summer approaches, many friends enjoy making cold brewed coffee, and cold brew coffee is the simplest and easiest iced coffee that anyone can make at home! So does cold brew coffee have a specific [more…]

Fruity coffee beans don't show their best expression when brewed right after roasting. When freshly roasted, the beans retain a lot of gas, and the floral and fruity acidity can easily be pushed away by the airflow, while the cup may also taste sharp and thin. After resting for a period of time, the aroma, sweetness, and acidity gradually come together, getting closer to the flavor description on the packaging. When buying, first look at the roast [more…]

For cold brew, there's no need to rush to use beans straight out of the roaster. After coffee beans finish roasting, they continue to slowly release carbon dioxide internally, and the aroma and flavors need time to rebalance. Cold extraction is inherently slower in pace, and if the beans are still in an unstable state, the cup may end up with only sharp acidity or thin aroma. Wait until the flavors open up, [more…]

The aroma of lightly roasted beans is often very distinct, but from the moment roasting is completed to the moment they are brewed, they do not immediately reach their ideal state. The beans continue to slowly release carbon dioxide internally, and brewing too early tends to produce sharp acidity, dissipated aroma, and insufficient sweetness. When you consider the roast date, resting time, and the rate of consumption after opening together, [more…]

When coffee beans are freshly roasted, their aroma does not mean they are at their peak. The interior of the beans still holds a large amount of carbon dioxide, and brewing them right away can easily produce sharp acidity, a thin and hollow mouthfeel, and a flow rate that may surge and slow unpredictably. The time when they are truly ready to drink usually requires waiting for the gas to release over a period, allowing the floral notes, fruity sweetness, and body to gradually come together. [more…]

Coffee beans just out of the roaster won't display their full flavor the moment they go into the espresso machine. They still hold a lot of carbon dioxide inside, and during pressure extraction this can make the water flow and crema behave erratically, while the aroma in the cup may also seem shut down. Give the beans a quiet period to degas, and the sweetness, body, and finish of the espresso will usually be more [more…]

If you want a coffee that has a bright acidity that doesn't overpower and a sweet finish, don't just rely on the flavor description when buying beans—also pay attention to the roast date and your own drinking pace. Right after coffee beans leave the roaster, they are still releasing carbon dioxide internally, and their aroma and sweetness have not yet fully opened up; after resting for a period of time, the acidity in the cup becomes softer, and the sweet aftertaste also [more…]

Cold brew drip coffee is usually available in limited quantities at cafés, because each preparation takes over eight hours. Cold brew drip coffee originated in Europe. Since this cold coffee drink is said to have been invented by the Dutch, some people call it DUTCH COFFEE. In addition, during the preparation process, it uses naturally falling water droplets. [more…]

Starting the workday with a cup of coffee has become a habit for many friends. With the development of the coffee industry, more and more novel coffee processing methods have emerged. In addition to the diversity of processing methods, the segmentation of coffee categories is also increasing. For example, what Front Street Coffee is going to introduce today is one of the more special ones. [more…]

For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow our WeChat public account: Front Street Coffee (FrontStreet Coffee). Recently, more and more friends have been making cold brew coffee, ice drip coffee, and other cold-brewed coffees at home. The ice drip coffee that Front Street prepares in advance is also in short supply. Many friends have also asked, [more…]

Recently, many people have come to the front of Front Street Coffee (FrontStreet Coffee) asking if there is drip bag coffee for sale. Front Street usually replies, "The store doesn't have drip bag coffee in stock. If you need it, it has to be made on the spot!" Many customers are very puzzled—why would a coffee shop [more…]

For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow our WeChat official account: Front Street Coffee (FrontStreet Coffee). Recently, more and more friends have been making iced coffee such as cold brew coffee and ice drip coffee at home. The ice drip coffee pre-made by Front Street is also in short supply. Many friends have also asked, [more…]

Some may think that cold brew coffee is simply coffee grounds soaked in cold water for a long time. Actually, that's not the case! A delicious cold brew coffee involves more than just these parts to consider; it also requires attention to some small details to assist our extraction. But as long as we do it right, we can easily brew it with just a few steps. [more…]

The emergence of drip bag coffee is undoubtedly a boon for enthusiasts who love specialty coffee but don't want to buy all the equipment needed for pour-over brewing. Many people have questioned the rise of drip bag coffee, saying it's not professional. Front Street Coffee believes there's no need to belittle drip bag coffee this way—after all, for a delicacy to enter the mainstream, [more…]

Some may think that cold brew coffee is simply coffee grounds soaked in cold water for a long time. Actually, that's not the case! A delicious cold brew coffee involves more than just these elements; it also requires attention to some small details to assist our extraction. But as long as we do it right, we can easily make it with just a few steps. [more…]

As soon as summer arrives, for coffee lovers, nothing is better than a refreshingly icy cold coffee. If you reject high calories, care about mouthfeel and lingering finish, and love to explore and try new things, in summer you can try the goddess-level drinks in the iced coffee world, "Ice Drip Coffee" and "Cold Brew( [more…]

In 1990, Japan's Yamanaka Sangyo Co., Ltd. applied the concept of tea bags to coffee, inventing the drip bag coffee and applying for a patent. With the demand in the specialty coffee market, more and more people began to purchase drip bag coffee, in order to quickly and conveniently enjoy specialty coffee without needing to use a bunch of equipment and utensils. Front Street Coffee ( [more…]