Wednesday, September 16 2026

French Press Construction | What Coffee Grounds Are Used in a French Press? How to Brew Coffee with a French Press? An Introduction to the French Press Method and Extraction Principles

For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow: Front Street Coffee (Frontsteet Coffee) The French press originated in 19th-century France. In English it is called French Press, and in Chinese it can also be called "法式压滤壶". Although the exact time of its appearance is unclear, in 1852, the French [more…]

French Press Coffee Bean-to-Water Ratio|What is the extraction principle behind brewing coffee with a French press? Which coffee beans are suitable for brewing with a French press?

For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow: Front Street Coffee (Frontsteet Coffee) The French press originated in 19th-century France; in English it is called French Press, and in Chinese it can also be called "French press pot." Although the exact time of its appearance is unclear, in 1852, the French [more…]

Home Coffee Maker Introduction | French Press or Moka Pot: Which Is Better for Coffee Beginners? Which Coffee Beans Are Suitable for French Press Brewing? How Do You Make Moka Pot Coffee?

Front Street Coffee (FrontStreet Coffee) shops focus mainly on pour-over single-origin coffee, with more than 50 different single-origin coffee beans from different regions alone. What kind of pour-over equipment can best bring out the perfect flavor of these beans is also a question Front Street Coffee (Front [more…]

Coffee Knowledge Explained: The Definition of Black Coffee, Its Scope, and How It Differs from Fancy Coffee

What exactly is black coffee? It is not a specific coffee beverage, but rather a broad umbrella term. As long as a cup of coffee is made with only coffee beans and water, without any additional ingredients such as milk or sugar, it can be classified as black coffee. Americano is certainly a typical representative, but pour-over, siphon, cold brew, French press, and other devices that produce pure coffee also belong to this family. In contrast, coffee with added milk, syrup, alcohol, and other flavorings is collectively referred to as fancy coffee. This article will systematically sort out the definition of black coffee, common categories, and its differences from fancy coffee, helping coffee lovers be clearer when ordering. [more…]

Illustrated Guide to Brewing Freshly Ground Coffee | How to Brew Freshly Roasted Coffee Beans? Flavor and Taste Comparison of Espresso, Pour-Over, Moka Pot, Siphon, French Press, Ice Drip, and Cold Brew Coffee

Front Street Coffee has recently welcomed many new faces to its stores. People are no longer just drinking coffee—they're also learning different brewing methods. The simplest brewing method is none other than pour-over coffee. Compared to the expensive and space-consuming espresso machine, a simple [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…]

The Correct Way to Froth Milk | Which Type of Milk Keeps Coffee Foam Lasting Longer? What Techniques Must Beginners Master to Make Latte Art?

Many people struggle to froth milk properly when they first start learning latte art. In fact, the quality of the milk also affects how easy it is to froth. Front Street Coffee would like to introduce a few types of milk that are easy to froth! In the eyes of baristas, milk is divided into ambient milk and chilled milk, whole milk and skim milk. When making coffee la— [more…]

The Extraction Principle of AeroPress Coffee | How to Make a Latte with an AeroPress? Which Coffee Beans Are Suitable for AeroPress Brewing?

For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow our WeChat official account: Front Street Coffee (FrontStreet Coffee). Do you like the icy coolness of iced latte, with its rich coffee flavor and sweet milk, but you don't have an espresso machine? This article teaches you how to make a simple iced latte using an AeroPress, just by following ten steps. [more…]

How to Use a French Press | What Coffee Beans Are Suitable for a French Press? Introduction to French Press Coffee Grind Size Parameters, Coffee-to-Water Ratio, and Brewing Time

For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow: Front Street Coffee (Frontsteet Coffee) As coffee culture continues to spread, there is a wide variety of coffee equipment and pour-over techniques—whether it's pour-over, siphon, or French press, Front Street Coffee (FrontStreet Co [more…]

How to Choose Honey-Processed Coffee Beans: Flavors and Brewing Methods from Light to Dark Roast

The charm of honey-processed coffee beans often lies in the connection found between fruity aromas, sweetness, and a mellow mouthfeel. After the pulp is removed, part of the mucilage layer on the surface of the coffee fruit is retained, and through drying, sweetness and fermented notes may enter the flavor profile. Depending on the roast level, this sweetness can present itself in floral-fruity, juicy, or caramel directions. [more…]

French Press Coffee | What coffee beans are suitable for French press brewing? Does French press coffee have a lot of oils? How much coffee grounds, water, water temperature, and steeping time for a French press?

For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow: Front Street Coffee (Frontsteet Coffee). Coffee is becoming more and more popular, and there are all kinds of brewing methods. However, when you're busy, you might feel you don't have time for a pour-over, and if you want an espresso, it seems you don't have much time either. So in this [more…]

French Press Usage Tips | How Many Coffee Beans to Use for French Press Coffee? How Much Coffee Grounds to Put in a French Press? Does French Press Coffee Have a Lot of Oil?

Coffee is becoming more and more popular, and there are all kinds of brewing methods. However, when you're busy, you might feel you don't have time for a pour-over, and even an espresso seems to take too long. In that case, using a lazy person's pot to make a cup of coffee might be a pretty good choice! French press coffee and pour-over coffee [more…]

Espresso Blend Coffee Bean Roast Level | Are Espresso Beans Suitable for Pour-Over Coffee? Espresso Blend Philosophy and Roast Curve Reference

For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow: Front Street Coffee (Frontsteet Coffee). The roast level of coffee largely determines the flavor direction of the coffee. When we buy coffee, the label will indicate what roast level it is, such as light roast or dark roast—these are fine. [more…]

How to Choose a Home Coffee Maker | French Press vs. Moka Pot: Which Is Better for Beginners? Recommendations for Great-Tasting, Affordable, High-Quality Coffee Beans for Home Brewing

Many friends who have just gotten into coffee struggle with one question: between the French press and the moka pot, which one should I buy? Both are recognized as beginner-friendly coffee brewing devices, but their extraction principles, taste profiles, and operating methods are completely different. Today's article will help you figure it all out in one go, so you can place your order right after reading without any hesitation. [more…]

Moka Pot Illustrated Guide | Can You Use a Moka Pot on an Induction Cooker? Does Moka Pot Black Coffee Have Crema? Introduction to Moka Pot Coffee Grounds Grind Size, Extraction Ratio, and Time

For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow our WeChat public account: Front Street Coffee (FrontStreet Coffee). As a symbol of Italian coffee culture, the moka pot is one of the most famous brewing devices in the world. Its iconic design, ease of use, and wide applicability have made it a favorite among many enthusiasts. [more…]

A Brief History of Latte and the Evolution of Bean Styles: A Century of Flavor Changes in a Milk Coffee

Latte is probably one of the most misunderstood coffees in the world—many people assume it is an everyday drink for Italians, but in fact the authentic milk coffee that Italians drink is the cappuccino on the breakfast table. The latte, with its "large quantity of milk" form, is a product that evolved after coffee emigrated to the United States. In this history of flavor evolution lies [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…]

Hand Grinder Coffee Bean Buying Guide | Which Single-Origin Beans Should You Choose for Homemade Pour-Over Black Coffee? Must-Buy Budget-Friendly Specialty Pour-Over Coffee Beans for Beginners

For hand-ground coffee, the brewing methods can be quite diverse—pour-over, French press, siphon, moka pot, Clever Dripper, and so on—but the resulting coffee is always a pure black coffee. If you can't handle the bitterness of coffee, you can add sugar and milk to make its taste softer. Therefore, the flavor of hand-ground coffee mainly [more…]