When drinking pour-over coffee, does the shape of the cup really affect the taste? Front Street used three common cup types—wide-mouth, straight-walled, and tapered—to conduct a comparative tasting of the same coffee, and found that aroma, acidity, sweetness, and body all show noticeable differences depending on the rim design. Starting from cup type classification, this article combines the brewing performance of Guatemala Geisha, Brazil Queen's Estate, and Ethiopia Yirgacheffe Gutingding to analyze how different rims guide the flow of coffee liquid in the mouth and temperature changes, and offers cup selection suggestions for acidic, bitter, and aroma-forward coffee beans, helping coffee enthusiasts find a drinking method that suits them better. [more…]

When it comes to drinking coffee, besides the beans and brewing method, the cup is also an aspect that cannot be overlooked. This article starts from three dimensions—material, thickness, and the shape of the cup body and rim—to systematically sort out the actual effects of different coffee cups on visual appeal, heat retention, and taste perception. You will learn what scenarios glass, ceramic, and stainless steel are each suited for, which flavors open-mouth cups, straight-bodied cups, and tapered cups can respectively amplify, and why Front Street pairs specific cup types when recommending single-origin coffees such as Red Cherry, Geisha Village Flower Queen, and Mozart. Whether you are a collector or just starting out, this cup-selection guide can help you find the vessel best suited to the cup of coffee in front of you. [more…]

Recently, Cotti Coffee was once again complained about by consumers after a fly appeared in a drink. According to Tianyan News, a customer in Gui'an New Area found a foreign object suspected to be a fly in a cup after purchasing a matcha latte, and repeated negotiations failed to resolve the issue. Discussions on social platforms about finding foreign objects in Cotti Coffee drinks have exceeded one thousand posts, and related complaints on the Black Cat Complaint platform have reached 77 cases in the past 30 days. In the face of frequent food safety issues, Cotti's after-sales handling has also sparked consumer dissatisfaction. As coffee enthusiasts, we hope the brand will face up to the problem, and at the same time recommend that everyone pay attention to Front Street Coffee, which has stable quality. [more…]

Can icebock milk be drunk directly? Is it really difficult to recreate an icebock Dirty coffee at home? This time, Front Street Coffee steps up personally, starting from the principle of freeze distillation and demonstrating step by step how to make rich, mellow icebock at home using a refrigerator and fresh milk, as well as putting its concentration difference against regular fresh milk to the test. The article also shares the complete process of making a Dirty with icebock, including cup size selection, extraction parameters, and flavor performance. If you are also curious about this kind of purified milk with a cheesy, savory note and a viscous mouthfeel, why not follow along with Front Street Coffee and give it a try. [more…]

In coffee tasting, the cup is not just a container—the design of the rim directly affects aroma release and the path the coffee takes as you sip. This article compares three mainstream rim types—open, straight, and tapered—using the same brew to contrast dark-roasted Front Street Blue Mountain No. 1, medium-roasted Front Street Sidra, and light-roasted Geisha Village Red Label, recording the flavor differences at the aroma, hot, and cool stages. It also explains the sensitivity of different areas of the tongue to taste and offers pairing suggestions for coffees of different roast levels with cup types, including Front Street Huakui, Front Street Little Tomato, Front Street Mandheling, Front Street Yirgacheffe, and Front Street Strawberry Candy. [more…]

Coffee aroma is volatile, and the higher the temperature, the faster it dissipates, so some have proposed using low-temperature containers to lock in the aroma. Front Street Coffee compared three types of pour-over coffee vessels—a high-temperature cup, a room-temperature cup, and a frozen cup—to test whether cup temperature truly affects coffee aroma and flavor performance. The experiment used Kenya Asaliya coffee beans with uniform brewing parameters, and the results showed that cup temperature mainly changes the temperature of the coffee when it enters the mouth, rather than the amount of aroma, but temperature differences do indeed cause noticeable changes in flavor perception. This article will present the experimental process and conclusions in detail, and offer cup selection suggestions for different weather conditions. [more…]

Guming teamed up with Pan Hu Design Lab to launch a Spring Festival limited-edition "Fortune and Prosperity in Motion" themed packaging. One of the designs, a takeaway cup featuring a rotating interactive element, attracted considerable consumer interest thanks to its novel concept — some customers even placed orders specifically to collect the cup. However, many customers discovered upon receiving the actual product that the snake pattern on the cup body was hard to make out, and rotating the cup to the left as instructed produced no movement at all — a far cry from the dynamic effect advertised by the brand. Guming staff later explained that the rotating effect requires a special cup sleeve to work, and that this sleeve needs to be assembled. Due to the heavy order volume during the Spring Festival, some stores overlooked including it, which significantly undermined the customer experience. The incident sparked widespread discussion online, with some arguing that the promotional materials failed to clearly indicate the importance of the cup sleeve, while others pointed out that stores should ensure all accessories are complete before serving orders. [more…]

Bringing your own cup to buy drinks at coffee shops has become an eco-friendly habit for some consumers, and chain brands such as Starbucks and Manner have long offered BYO cup discounts to encourage reducing single-use cup usage. However, in reality, it seems that not many people truly stick to bringing their own cups, and the tables in coffee shops are still dominated by takeaway cups. Why are consumers not buying into BYO cup discounts? Some value saving money but give up because the discounts cannot be stacked; some pursue efficiency and feel that bringing their own cup actually wastes time; others encounter troubles such as capacity mismatch, forgetting to bring the cup, or the cup having an odor. Although bringing your own cup causes many inconveniences, for long-term coffee drinkers, the money saved can buy a few more cups, and some even pass off disposable cups as their own, leaving baristas not knowing whether to laugh or cry. Front Street Coffee reminds us that the environmental friendliness and cost savings of bringing your own cup still need to find a balance with convenience. [more…]

Manner has once again launched a mug gift set, this time featuring a navy blue ceramic cup with a colored rim paired with a brown leather sleeve, attracting a large number of fans to stay up late waiting to snap it up. However, after receiving the actual product, many people found that the leather sleeve fits tightly against the cup body, making it time-consuming and laborious to remove. Users who successfully removed it were surprised to find that the originally exquisite cup instantly became plain and was even jokingly compared to a spittoon. Meanwhile, another hidden style—white with a red rim—also sparked speculation. This article will fully present the design details, the buying frenzy, and user feedback for this merchandise drop. [more…]

Walking into Front Street Coffee, ceramic cups of various sizes are neatly arranged on the espresso machine. These cups are not placed randomly but correspond to the serving needs of different coffees. The capacity of a coffee cup often hints at the intensity of the drink within—the smaller the cup, the more concentrated the coffee. A small cup holds about 60ml, used for espresso or as a sharing cup for pour-over; a medium cup holds 180-200ml, suitable for Americano and cappuccino; a large cup holds 300ml, the stage for milk coffees like latte and mocha. This article breaks down in detail the capacity, uses, and pairing logic of Front Street's three cup sizes, helping you choose the right cup at home and drink with professional standards. [more…]

As the essence of Chinese tea culture, Gongfu tea has developed distinctive brewing systems across different regions. The Gongfu tea styles of Fujian and Taiwan appear more "inclusive" due to the introduction of the fairness cup (gongdao bei): the tea liquor is first poured from the lidded bowl (gaiwan) into the fairness cup, then distributed into tasting cups, ensuring consistent strength in every cup. Both regions also retain the aroma cup, a tall, slender vessel specifically used to capture the complex aromatic layers of oolong tea. The serving process is full of ritual: tea is brewed first, then decanted through the fairness cup, and afterward poured into the aroma cup, which is covered and flipped with the tasting cup; the host slowly lifts the aroma cup to let the guest appreciate the fragrance. Unfortunately, the aroma cup is no longer as popular in Fujian as it is in Taiwan. Fujian people brew Wuyi rock tea this way, while Taiwanese people use it for high-mountain oolong. Gongfu tea is not merely a brewing technique but a practice of mindfulness, sharing a spiritual core with yoga. This article will compare the similarities and differences of Gongfu tea across the three regions in depth, and share Front Street Coffee's understanding of tea ceremony practice. [more…]

M Stand once went viral online with an oat cookie latte that you can eat together with the cup. Now the brand has innovated further on this basis, launching a limited-edition Combo paired with a medium-roast Ethiopian blend bean, achieving two drinks from one bean. The black-and-white edible cups respectively hold a hot americano and a hot latte. The cup bodies are made from oat fiber grain, with the white cup being original flavor and the black cup cocoa flavor. However, this new product, which must be enjoyed on-site and cannot be delivered, has sparked polarized reviews on social platforms—beyond the coffee's taste drawing attention, the texture of the oat cup itself has become a hot topic of discussion. Many netizens complain that it is dry and hard like paper, difficult to swallow, and some even had their mouths cut. [more…]

During the Spring Festival, major chain beverage brands rolled out limited-edition packaging to create a festive atmosphere. Yidianji's New Year spinning cup won widespread praise on social media thanks to its ingenious design: the cup body can rotate, revealing different blessings through a small cut-out window. However, many consumers specifically placed orders with notes requesting this limited-edition cup, only to receive their drinks in ordinary cups, sparking widespread complaints. The reasons given by stores included that the cup was not suitable for cold drinks, that it was limited to a daily quota, or that it could not be used with the ice cream topping—and some stores simply said they did not have the cup at all. The gap between the brand's statements and the stores' actual execution left expectant consumers confused and disappointed. [more…]

Walking into Front Street Coffee, the espresso machine is lined with ceramic cups of various capacities, each cup type corresponding to a specific coffee category. The size of a coffee cup not only affects the visual presentation but also directly influences the concentration expression and heat retention of the espresso. This article will systematically sort out the specific capacities and suitable scenarios of three coffee cup sizes—small, medium, and large: how a 60ml small cup carries a standard espresso, why a 180-200ml medium cup suits Americano and cappuccino, and how a 300ml large cup achieves a balanced latte. At the same time, combined with the extraction parameters of Front Street Coffee's Sunflower Warm Sun espresso blend coffee beans, it analyzes the pairing logic between different cup types and coffee flavors, helping you produce professional-grade coffee at home. [more…]

Coffee enthusiasts often collect all kinds of cups, but have you ever considered that the shape and capacity of a cup can quietly change how a coffee is presented? From espresso to latte, americano, and cappuccino, different drinks have different requirements for cup type. Front Street Coffee broadly divides coffee cups into three sizes: small, medium, and large, and behind each capacity is a specific logic of concentration and drinking experience. Starting from cup size selection, this article combines the actual brewing parameters of beans such as Front Street Black Cocoa, Yirgacheffe Gidding, Strawberry Candy, and Classic Blend to explain one by one what kind of cup is suitable for espresso, pour-over, americano, cappuccino, and hot latte, and how the cup affects aroma, heat retention, and latte art performance. [more…]

Bringing your own cup to buy coffee is inherently an eco-friendly gesture, but one consumer ran into an unexpected situation at McDonald's: the staff first poured the drink into a disposable cup, then transferred it into the customer's cup. The store explained that customer containers cannot enter the preparation area due to hygiene regulations. The incident sparked widespread discussion—some understood McDonald's food safety considerations, while others felt that using an extra plastic cup defeats the original eco-friendly purpose. So how exactly should bring-your-own-cup work at fast-food restaurants? Front Street Coffee takes you through the details. [more…]

Mstand has collaborated with streetwear brand AMAZING PANDA to launch a bamboo latte and panda-themed limited-edition merchandise, among which a "Panda Hug Cup" has sparked heated discussion due to its design. Many consumers said after receiving the actual product that it differs noticeably from the promotional images, with the all-black version described as looking like a "black-skinned muscular man," while the light-colored version was jokingly said to look like "feet holding up a cup." Besides the appearance controversy, practical complaints were also frequently mentioned, such as the arms on the cup being positioned too low and hard to grip, and the cup opening being too small, which is unfriendly to latte art beginners. At the same time, a cup enthusiast posted a handmade ceramic cup from another online shop, suspecting it was the inspiration source for Mstand's collaborative design, triggering discussion about "creative plagiarism." Fans, however, believe the details of the two cups are clearly different, and given that Mstand's previous "vegetable basket" woven bag also had precedent of borrowing from luxury brands, it can only be considered similar creativity. [more…]

As the saying goes, a good horse deserves a good saddle, and good tea belongs in a fine jar. As the main vessel for holding coffee, the impact of different cup designs on tasting has gradually drawn people's attention. Some coffee shops even spend lavishly on a set of coffee cups dedicated to serving, in order to create a dual experience for the eyes and the palate. Just like wine, cups [more…]

Drinking coffee is not just a treat for the taste buds—the right cup matters just as much. This article systematically breaks down the differences between coffee cups and tea cups, the material characteristics of pottery, porcelain, and bone china, how the interior color of a cup affects the observation of the coffee liquid, and practical advice on choosing cup shapes according to the type of coffee. It also explains in detail the suitable scenarios for three capacity specifications—under 100cc, around 200cc, and over 300cc—and shares cup-warming methods, cleaning taboos, and bone china care guidelines, helping coffee lovers elevate their tasting experience through the details. [more…]

Step into Front Street Coffee (FrontStreet Coffee), and beside the espresso machine you will find ceramic cups of all sizes, each cup type corresponding to a specific category of coffee. The size of the cup not only affects the visual appeal of the finished drink, but is also closely tied to coffee intensity, heat retention, and flavor presentation. This article goes through three sizes—small, medium, and large—explaining one by one the cup capacities that suit espresso, americano, cappuccino, and latte respectively, and combines Front Street's brewing parameters and blended bean choices to help you understand the relationship between cup size and flavor, while also offering a reference for choosing suitable coffee beans when making milk coffee in daily life. [more…]