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Traditional Italian coffee drinking methods | Is it normal for Italian coffee beans to be oily? Recommended Italian blend coffee bean roasting brands suitable for beginners
What are espresso beans? Espresso beans are geared toward use with espresso machines, with the goal of making delicious espresso. For the sake of consistency, beans from more than two origins are usually blended, so that every extraction can be controlled, thereby balancing the flavors of Americano and latte. There are many coffee beans on the market. [more…]
Commercial Coffee Bean Rankings | Which Italian-style blend bean roasting brands are suitable for beginners? Recommendations for tasty everyday coffee beans for espresso extraction
Coffee enthusiasts who frequently visit coffee shops may have noticed that espresso drinks are all made with blended coffee beans, meaning two or three types of coffee beans are mixed together to make a milk coffee or an Americano. So what are blended coffee beans? What are espresso blend coffee beans? As mentioned earlier by Front Street Coffee, blending [more…]
Commercial Coffee Bean Roasting Brands | Is there a big difference between specialty coffee and commercial coffee? Which cost-effective selected espresso beans are suitable for opening a shop?
Commercially available coffee is generally divided into three categories: "industrial coffee," "commercial coffee," and "specialty coffee." The classification criteria are as follows: (1) Industrial coffee: 100% pure Robusta coffee beans. (2) Commercial coffee: blended beans from different regions or varieties. (3) Specialty coffee: high-quality [more…]
Espresso Coffee Bean Brand Recommendations | What Coffee Beans Are Good for Espresso? What Factors Affect the Taste Characteristics of ESPRESSO?
Front Street Espresso is a coffee beverage with a strong taste. It is made by forcing hot water at around 92 degrees Celsius, under 9 bars of high pressure, through finely ground coffee powder to extract the coffee liquid. Many customers are at a loss when buying coffee beans and don't know how to choose. Front Street [more…]
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…]
Espresso Flavor Characteristics | How to Properly Drink Espresso? How Much Caffeine Is in Espresso? Recommended Espresso Coffee Bean Brands
For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow: Front Street Coffee (Frontsteet Coffee). Espresso is the soul of Italian coffee, commonly called Italian-style espresso. As the name suggests, it comes from Italy, with high concentration and a strong taste. A good espresso is like a good base liquor, [more…]
Coffee Equipment Brand Recommendation | Bialetti Moka Pot Usage and Principle Introduction: Who Is Moka Pot Brewed Coffee Suitable For?
For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow our WeChat official account: Front Street Coffee (FrontStreet Coffee). Bialetti is the most famous moka pot brand, and the moka pots it produces still retain the most classic design. If you have visited the Front Street store, you will definitely remember [more…]
Moka Pot Tutorial | What's the Difference Between Single-Valve and Double-Valve Moka Pots? Which SOE Espresso Beans Are Suitable for Making Moka Pot Coffee at Home?
Today, with espresso sweeping the globe, we are no longer unfamiliar with Italian-style coffee machines—even a passerby can name a few Italian specialty coffee drinks. But to this day, another device for making strong coffee—the moka pot—remains controversial. Some see it as a budget substitute for an espresso machine, [more…]
Household espresso daily beans | How should beginners choose blended coffee beans? What are some recommended delicious and affordable espresso blends for beginners?
For friends who are just starting out, since they don't yet understand much about brewing and aren't yet skilled in the process, we suggest starting with some high-value everyday coffee beans, because this way you can taste representative flavors while also being economical. So which coffee brand is suitable for beginners to start practicing with? Front [more…]
Moka Pot Beginner's Guide to Choosing Coffee Beans: Detailed Explanation of Coffee-to-Water Ratio and Operating Steps
The moka pot, an essential espresso-making device in Italian households, has also gained a large following in China in recent years. This article will start with the extraction principle of the moka pot, help beginners understand how to choose suitable coffee beans, and explain in detail key parameters such as the coffee-to-water ratio and grind size. It recommends several Front Street Coffee beans suitable for the moka pot, covering Italian blends, Colombia Huila, Brazil Cerrado, and more, with flavors ranging from nutty chocolate to creamy cookie, each with its own characteristics. Finally, a complete set of usage steps is included, from adding water and distributing the grounds to heating and extraction, teaching you step by step how to brew a rich cup of moka pot coffee. [more…]
SOE Espresso Flavor Characteristics | What Is the Difference Between Italian Blend Beans and SOE Single-Origin Coffee? Is SOE Coffee Better Tasting Than Traditional Italian Coffee?
For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow our WeChat public account: Front Street Coffee (FrontStreet Coffee). With the advancement of coffee specialization, SOE has gradually become popular. So what is SOE? Is SOE coffee tastier than blended coffee? Now Front Street Coffee (Fron [more…]
Home Coffee Bean Brand Ranking | What Tier Does illy Coffee Beans Belong To? Which Coffee Bean Brands Do Seasoned Coffee Lovers Recommend?
While domestic coffee brands are still in a leaderless situation, imported coffee beans still occupy the vast majority of the market. But faced with numerous coffee brands, which one to choose has become a troubling matter for everyone. This article does not discuss coffee bean varieties, nor instant coffee, but only seeks to understand the most common excellent coffee beans in China, [more…]
Introduction to Coffee Starter Equipment | How Can Coffee Newbies Use a Moka Pot to Make Coffee? Moka Pot Usage, Method, Principles, Features, and Coffee Ground Coarseness Introduction
Today, with espresso sweeping the globe, we are no longer unfamiliar with espresso—even passersby can name espresso drinks like Americano, latte, and cappuccino. But the moka pot is rarely used for commercial coffee output; it is mostly used at home, so many friends feel that the moka pot does not belong to the Italian coffee system. [more…]
International Coffee Brand Recommendations | What Are the World's Well-Known Coffee Brands? What Are the Characteristics of Starbucks, COSTA, and %Arabica?
Front Street Coffee Introduction: Front Street Coffee (Frontsteet Coffee), founded in 2013, is a well-known local coffee brand in Guangzhou, specializing in house-roasted coffee beans and offering over 50 varieties of fresh coffee, available for online purchase through its Tmall flagship store and Taobao shop. Over the years, Front Street [more…]
Italian Coffee Staple Beans | Why Is Americano Bitter? Recommended Espresso Blend Coffee Beans for a Smooth, Balanced Americano with No Sourness or Bitterness
Americano may have already become the mainstream choice in coffee shops, especially in summer—nothing beats the refreshing feeling of an iced Americano. Coffee has become a daily habit for many people; sometimes it's about savoring the slow moments of life, and other times it's to add a boost of mental energy to a weary life of day-night reversal. No [more…]
Delicious and Affordable Specialty Coffee Beans Recommendations | What Brand of Coffee Beans Should Coffee Beginners Buy? Which Brands of Single-Origin Coffee Beans Are Suitable for Pour-Over?
I often see friends leaving messages in the background asking: Are there any recommendations for affordable and delicious coffee beans? For this question, the answer is undoubtedly: Of course there are. Without further delay, today I will recommend a few coffee brands that are most worth buying. Not only are they economical and affordable, but they also offer a wide variety of flavors and types—definitely cheap and generous daily staples. [more…]
A Complete Overview of Classic Coffee Varieties Worldwide: Chinese-English Name Comparison and Detailed Flavor and Taste Differences
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…]
Espresso Characteristics | What Are the Advantages of Using Blends and Single-Origin Beans for Espresso? Recommended High-Value, Tasty, Not-Bitter Home Espresso Beans
The biggest characteristic of espresso is its rich and mellow flavor. Even after adding milk/water, the coffee taste remains prominent. Additionally, because espresso machines use a pressurized extraction method with a short extraction time, freshly roasted medium-dark roast blended coffee beans are preferred. These not only provide ample crema but also bring rich roasted aromas to the espresso, thereby [more…]
Espresso Coffee Bean Brand Recommendations | Which Espresso Blend Coffee Beans Offer the Best Value? What Brand of Espresso Beans Can You Buy for Opening a Coffee Shop?
In the world of espresso beans, although new varieties are released every day, a few major brands still stand out for their exceptional quality and deep historical background. Today, let's summarize which coffee bean brands offer great value for money. 1. Frontsteet Coffe [more…]
American Blend Beans | What is the relationship between espresso and Americano? What kind of espresso beans are suitable for beginners to make a good cup of Americano black coffee?
Friends who are just starting to learn about coffee drinks will hear two terms right away: espresso and Americano. Although they appear to represent different coffees, in reality the two are in an inclusive relationship. Espresso refers to the concentrated coffee made with an Italian coffee machine, and the various fancy drinks made using it as a base. [more…]