Wednesday, September 16 2026

Coffee Types | What Are the Differences in Taste, Mouthfeel, and Characteristics Between Ice-Brewed Coffee and Cold Brew Coffee? How Long Can Ice-Drip and Cold-Brew Coffee Concentrate Be Stored in the Refrigerator?

For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow our WeChat public account: Front Street Coffee (FrontStreet Coffee). Recently, Front Street came across a discussion asking "What's the difference between ice-brewed coffee and cold brew coffee?" Some replies said there was no difference, while others joked, "The difference is whether it's made by my hands. [more…]

Specialty Coffee Bean Storage | How Long Can Hand-Brewed Single-Origin Beans Be Stored? Can Coffee Beans Be Stored in the Refrigerator? What Factors Affect Coffee Freshness?

Introduction: How long do coffee beans stay fresh? What is the best way to store coffee beans? Should coffee beans be kept in the refrigerator? The freshness of coffee beans directly affects the flavor of a cup of coffee, and proper storage is a key factor influencing their freshness. Front Street Coffee would like to emphasize that there are mainly two ways to store coffee beans. [more…]

Home Coffee Bean Storage Methods | Can Freshly Roasted Coffee Beans Be Frozen in the Refrigerator? Can Sealing the Degassing Valve Slow Down the Loss of Coffee Bean Flavor?

Recently, everyone has probably stocked up on beans during Double Eleven. The questions asked to Front Street are all things like "How long can the flavor of unopened coffee beans be preserved at most?" and "How can opened coffee beans be stored to slow down the rate of flavor loss?" Today, Front Street will talk about the issue of storing coffee beans. How long can the flavor of coffee beans be preserved? Can it be asked this [more…]

Cold Brew Shelf Life | Does Cold Brew Coffee Taste Better the Longer the Coffee Powder Steeps? What Key Points Should You Note When Making Cold Brew Coffee? Cold Brew Coffee Grind Size, Coffee-to-Water Ratio, and Extraction Parameters

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…]

Homemade Cold Brew Step-by-Step Guide | What is the difference between room-temperature-steeped and cold-steeped cold brew coffee? How should the flavor characteristics of cold brew coffee be described?

For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow our WeChat official account: FrontStreet Coffee. As soon as summer arrives, cold brew coffee becomes the hottest topic of conversation among coffee lovers, with everyone sharing their tips for making cold brew. Why has cold brew coffee become so popular in recent years? [more…]

Cold Brew Coffee Shelf Life | How Can Coffee Beginners Make Cold Brew Coffee at Home? Should Fresh Coffee Beans Be Used for Cold Brew? What Should Be Noted During Making?

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…]

Coffee Equipment | What equipment is needed to make ice drip cold brew? How long can ice drip cold brew coffee be stored? Why does cold brew ice drip taste better after sitting overnight?

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…]

Coffee Bean Freshness | How Do Coffee Beginners Choose Fresh Coffee Beans? How Long Can Coffee Beans Be Stored After Opening? Which Is Better: A Sealed Coffee Bean Storage Canister or Storing Coffee Beans in the Refrigerator?

Many friends assume that freshly ground coffee means fresh coffee, but that's not actually the case. In reality, to truly enjoy the aroma of coffee, it's not just about grinding fresh—the roast time of the coffee beans also matters to some extent. Front Street Coffee has always placed great emphasis on the freshness of coffee beans, high [more…]

Cold Brew Coffee Recipe | Which single-origin coffee beans are suitable for cold brew? What are the taste differences between cold brew coffee, cold brew coffee, and iced pour-over coffee?

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…]

French Press Iced Coffee Recipe | How Can Coffee Beginners Make Cold Brew Coffee at Home with a French Press? What Techniques Are There for Cold Brew Extraction with a French Press?

Everyone knows that making cold brew coffee is very simple and has the lowest requirements—any clean container will do, and a French press is especially handy. Below, Front Street Coffee will demonstrate how to use a French press to make a delicious cup of cold brew coffee~ Advantages of the French press: The French press extracts coffee by immersion. [more…]

Freezing Coffee Beans for Storage | Should Coffee Beans Be Stored in the Refrigerator? Why Freeze Coffee Beans? How Should Coffee Beginners Store Coffee Beans Daily?

"Front Street Coffee recently noticed a topic in our chat group." How do you all store your coffee beans after buying them? In the fridge! I've seen many coffee experts keep their beans in the fridge. But won't the beans get damp in the fridge? The fridge is dry! (So Front Street Coffee interviewed various coffee beans 🎤) [more…]

Coffee Bean Storage | Can You Use the Freezer to Keep Coffee Beans Fresh? Do Frozen Coffee Beans Need to Be Thawed Before Brewing?

Freezing is a very popular method of "preserving" coffee beans in recent years. Simply seal the coffee beans and toss them into the freezer, and the flavor loss of the coffee will slow down, thus extending its shelf life. Many friends have adopted this method to stock up on coffee beans purchased during Front Street Coffee's discount events. [more…]

The Correct Way to Drink Cold Brew Coffee | Which Single-Origin Coffee Beans Are Suitable for Making Cold Brew Black Coffee? How Do the Flavors of Ice-Water Extraction and Hot-Water Extraction Differ?

Before we knew it, September has arrived again. I believe friends in the southern region are still battling it out every day alongside the enthusiastic Mr. Sun—the weather is still quite hot. For coffee lovers, the refreshing drink that immediately comes to mind is none other than iced coffee. Arriving at Front Street Coffee (FrontStreet Coffee), as soon as you walk in, [more…]

The Best Way to Drink Cold Brew Coffee | Why Should Cold Brew Coffee Be Fermented Overnight After Extraction Before Drinking? What Are the Advantages of Cold Brew Coffee?

For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow our WeChat official account: FrontStreet Coffee. Cold brew coffee has always been very popular. On hot summer days, when people come into the shop, many of them choose a cold brew coffee. Take a sip of cold brew—the icy coffee feels clean and smooth in the mouth. [more…]

Cold Brew Coffee Beginner Tutorial | What Are the Right Coffee-to-Water Ratio, Grind Size, and Time for Cold Brew Coffee? Introduction to the Method, Principles, and Taste Characteristics of Cold Brew Coffee

As the days go by, it is already June, and the weather has started to get hot. Friends in the south say they can no longer stay outdoors for 2 minutes. Whenever the weather is hot, people can't help but want a refreshing iced coffee. Among them, the coffee that must be drunk every year is none other than cold brew coffee. Cold [more…]

Types of Black Coffee | Is There a Big Difference in Flavor and Mouthfeel Between Ice-Drip Coffee and Cold Brew Coffee? Are the Extraction Principles of Ice-Drip and Cold Brew the Same?

For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow: Front Street Coffee (Frontsteet Coffee). Many customers who come to Front Street to drink coffee discuss whether there is a difference in taste between ice drip coffee and cold brew coffee. Both are common methods of making cold coffee. Today, Front Street will conduct an experiment on these two [more…]

Coffee Bean Peak Flavor Window | Can Washed Yirgacheffe Pour-Over Coffee Grounds Be Stored in the Refrigerator? Is There a Big Flavor Difference Between Roasted Coffee Beans and Freshly Ground Coffee?

Freshly ground coffee brews up more aromatic—this is already a well-worn topic, and we also know well how important freshness is to coffee flavor. But sometimes, to avoid hassle, many friends have the merchant grind the coffee beans into powder before shipping when buying beans, because then when it comes time to brew, there's no need to worry about what grind setting to use, nor [more…]

The Origin Story of Cold Brew Coffee | What Are the Flavor Characteristics of Low-Temperature Extracted Coffee? Which Single-Origin and Blend Beans Are Suitable for Making Cold Brew Coffee?

For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow: Front Street Coffee (Frontsteet Coffee). Pour-over coffee has always been delicious, but of course you need to get some of the details right. Maybe it's time for a change of pace—then how about a cup of cold brew coffee! Front Street's cold brew coffee has always been very popular. [more…]

Flavor and Taste Characteristics of Cold Brew Coffee | What Is the Extraction Principle of Cold Brew Coffee? Which Single-Origin Coffee Beans Are Recommended for Making Cold Brew Coffee at Home?

For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow: Front Street Coffee (Frontsteet Coffee) Pour-over coffee has always tasted great, though of course you need to get some of the details right. Maybe it's time for a change of pace—then go for a cup of cold brew coffee! Front Street's cold brew coffee has always been very popular. [more…]

Ice Drip Coffee (Dutch Coffee) | Where Does Ice Drip Coffee Come From, How to Brew It, Its Characteristics and Taste, and How It Differs from Cold Brew

For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow: Front Street Coffee (Frontsteet Coffee). There are many ways to brew coffee, and the most common is pour-over coffee, but pour-over coffee requires attention to many small details; and today Front Street wants to introduce to you a relatively simple coffee brewing method. [more…]