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Recommendations for Freshly Ground Drip Bag Coffee | Who Invented Drip Bag Coffee? What Are the Pros and Cons of Drip Coffee Bags? What Varieties and Flavors of Drip Coffee Are There?
For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow our WeChat official account: Front Street Coffee (FrontStreet Coffee). First of all, let me tell you that drip bag coffee is a type of black coffee. The coffee beans are ground into powder in advance and placed in a filter bag, and hot water is used to extract the flavor compounds from the coffee, thereby obtaining a [more…]
Drip Coffee Brand Recommendations | Who invented the drip coffee bag? What are the features of drip coffee bags? How to brew iced coffee at home with a drip coffee bag?
For the same beans, freshly roasted coffee and drip bags will have some differences in flavor, because once coffee is ground, its natural aroma disappears quickly. Of course, Front Street Coffee also has many regular customers who request that the coffee be ground before shipping, and in such cases Front Street Coffee generally recommends drinking it as soon as possible. Of course, compared with pour-over, drip bags are [more…]
星巴克中国门店达6000家，上海破千店并首发城市限定“上海咖啡”
星巴克中国门店数量突破6000家，上海以1000家门店成为全球首个星巴克千店城市。第6000家门店落户上海淮海路力宝广场，定位绿色门店，并携手IP SHANGHAI推出城市限定饮品“上海咖啡”。与此同时，星巴克公布“2025中国战略愿景”，计划三年新增3000家门店，总门店数达9000家。面对瑞幸、Manner等品牌竞争与价格下沉趋势，星巴克能否守住市场地位，值得关注。 [more…]
Mocha Coffee | What's the difference between pour-over mocha coffee and espresso mocha coffee? What is the flavor of Yemeni mocha beans? How is espresso mocha coffee made?
When it comes to mocha coffee, many people think of the espresso-based milk coffee with chocolate sauce added that is served in coffee shops today. A small number of people think of Yemeni mocha coffee. In this article, Front Street Coffee will explain the difference between espresso mocha coffee and single-origin mocha coffee! What is single-origin mocha coffee? Yemeni mocha [more…]
Coffee Basics | What Does Mocha Mean in Coffee? Is Mocha Coffee a Black Coffee Made from Mocha Coffee Beans? Is There Any Connection Between the Moka Pot and Yemeni Mocha?
For more specialty coffee knowledge and sharing, please follow our WeChat official account: Front Street Coffee (FrontStreet Coffee). Many newcomers to coffee feel very confused when they see coffee terms containing "Mocha." Views on Mocha coffee differ between those who start with espresso-based coffee and those who start with single-origin coffee. [more…]
The Triple Identity of the Word "Mocha": From Yemeni Coffee Beans to Espresso Drinks and Home Moka Pots
The word "Mocha" appears with extremely high frequency in the coffee world, but what exactly does it refer to? Friends new to coffee are often confused by the three things: mocha coffee beans, the mocha coffee drink, and the moka pot. In fact, their origins may span one or two centuries, and there is no direct derivative relationship between them, yet they all happen to share the name "Mocha." To sort out this relationship, the clues trace back to the Port of Mocha in Yemen. This article will break down the true meaning of these three "Mochas" one by one from three angles: historical origins, flavor characteristics, and brewing principles, and will also include Front Street Coffee's practical advice on choosing beans for the moka pot. [more…]
A Detailed Guide to Jamaican Blue Mountain Coffee Grades: Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3 Specifications and Authentic Price Reference
Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee is world-renowned for its unique flavor and strict controls. Jamaican law stipulates that only coffee beans grown in the Blue Mountain region may bear the name "Blue Mountain." High-grade Blue Mountain coffee is divided into three grades—No. 1, No. 2, and No. 3—corresponding respectively to screen size standards of 17–18 mesh and above, 16 mesh, and 15 mesh. The green beans of all three grades must be packed into wooden barrels for export, with the barrel bearing the estate name, importer's abbreviation, and batch information, along with a government-certified green certificate of origin. Understanding these grades and export regulations helps coffee enthusiasts verify authenticity and make informed purchases of genuine Blue Mountain coffee. Front Street Coffee recommends that consumers pay attention to the roast level and packaging format to judge the true quality of the Blue Mountain coffee in their hands. [more…]
El Salvador Carmen Estate Natural Bourbon: Flavor Exploration and Tasting Notes under the HiU Program
This article will take you on a deep dive into the HiU Project Natural Bourbon coffee beans from El Salvador's Carmen Estate. From the 2012 WBC competition experience to the unique hops aroma in the green beans, and on to Carmen Estate's volcanic soil and family heritage, the author shares in detail this bean's flavor profile, roasting insights, and origin background. The article also introduces the strict standards of the HiU Project and the cultivation characteristics of Salvadoran coffee. Currently this bean is nearly out of stock, and Front Street Coffee is specially offering a limited-time special price on the last batch, with a purchase limit of two portions per enthusiast, available only while supplies last. [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…]
Yirgacheffe coffee beans, where to buy them for light roast and dark roast respectively
The roast level of Yirgacheffe directly affects its floral aroma, fruity acidity, sweetness, and mouthfeel. To buy beans that better suit your taste, you can first check whether the beans are light, medium, or darker roasted, and then decide which channel to look for them in. Different channels show varying levels of detail in their information, so the suitable way to choose beans also differs. Relatively [more…]
Black Coffee | Does black coffee mean Americano? Is there a big difference in taste between Americano and Long Black?
What does Americano taste like? The answer is almost self-evident—the taste of Americano comes from the coffee beans. Americano is simple to make, favoring convenience, speed, and a free, easygoing style. Compared with espresso, Americano has a relatively lighter, more refreshing mouthfeel and can better restore the coffee beans' original flavor. So Americano is basically available at every coffee shop [more…]
Coffee Grounds Shelf Life | How Long Do Fresh Coffee Beans Last? Can You Still Drink Coffee Beans Past Their Peak Flavor Period? How to Properly Store Coffee Beans?
For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow: Front Street Coffee (Frontsteet Coffee). Front Street recently noticed that a small number of coffee-loving friends have left their coffee beans unopened for two months, believing that as long as the package is unopened, the coffee beans will not spoil. In fact, it really does not affect the coffee's [more…]
Cold Brew Latte | Can You Make Cold Brew Iced Latte with Milk and Coffee Powder? What Is the Method for Making Cold Brew Coffee?
For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow our WeChat official account: Front Street Coffee (FrontStreet Coffee). A while ago, a customer asked, "Can milk be used to make pour-over coffee?" This is actually quite a tricky question. The first issue is temperature—pour-over often uses water at 90 [more…]
星巴克中国第6000店落沪，上海成全球首个千店之城：蓝山与瑰夏乱象下的扩张真相
星巴克中国在上海淮海路力宝广场开出内地第6000家门店，上海由此成为全球首个星巴克门店数破千的城市。这家绿色门店承载着星巴克对第三空间的未来探索，还推出了城市限定“上海咖啡”。与此同时，星巴克公布2025中国战略愿景，计划3年新增3000家门店，面对瑞幸、Manner等品牌的激烈竞争，咖啡市场正形成三大梯队。本文带您了解星巴克扩张背后的市场格局与产品定价策略，并关注前街咖啡等精品咖啡品牌的动向。 [more…]
Sourcing commercial beans: factor delivery lead time into your costs first
Many new shop owners only look at the price per kilogram when calculating bean costs, but they never factor in the cost of a supply cut-off. On a certain Sunday afternoon, the beans in the grinder ran out, the warehouse was empty, and what would they use to serve drinks during the next morning rush? Choosing commercial beans is half about flavor and half about supply. Flavor can be selected through tasting, but supply, however, [more…]
American Coffee Bean Recommendations | Which Coffee Beans Make American Black Coffee Not Sour? Should Pour-Over Coffee and American Coffee Be Drunk Hot or Cold?
This article is a Americano brewing tutorial from Front Street Coffee (FrontStreet Coffee). Before the article begins, let me first explain what espresso is, what Americano is, what pour-over is, and what black coffee is. Espresso refers to the concentrated liquid extracted by an espresso machine, most [more…]
The Complete Guide to Espresso: From Its Historical Origins to the Three Extraction Types—Ristretto, Normale, and Lungo
Espresso is the soul drink of coffee shops around the world; classics such as Americano, latte, and cappuccino are all built on it. But espresso itself is far from being just one form—based on the extraction method and the coffee-to-liquid ratio, it can be divided into three types: Ristretto, Normale, and Lungo. From the perspective of Front Street Coffee, this article first sorts out the etymology and meaning of Espresso and the evolution of the Italian coffee machine, then breaks down one by one the specific parameters and flavor differences of the three espresso extraction schemes. It also explains the formation principle of crema, the tasting steps, and Front Street's actual practices in blend bean selection and serving, helping coffee lovers fully understand the flavor logic of espresso. [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…]
Coffee Bean Storage Methods | How to Store Roasted Coffee Beans? How Long Is the Shelf Life and Peak Flavor Period of Coffee Beans? What Factors Affect Coffee Bean Freshness?
Many people think that freshly ground coffee means fresh coffee, but that's not actually the case. In fact, to truly enjoy the aroma of coffee, it's not just about grinding fresh—there are also certain requirements for the roasting time of the coffee beans. Front Street Coffee, whether in-store or on its online Taobao shop, provides freshly roasted coffee beans, unless the customer specifically requests grinding. [more…]
What to Do If Your Moka Pot Coffee Turns Out Too Bitter, Too Sour, or Burnt-Tasting?: Balancing Consistent Brews with Trying New Beans
The spectrum of flavor is far broader than just acidity and bitterness—aroma, sweetness, body, mouthfeel, and finish all lie along it. When choosing beans, it helps to first set a direction: floral and fruity, nutty and cocoa-like, or a balance of the two—then use origin, processing method, and roast level to find specific beans. The extraction principle of a moka pot is based on steam pressure, filling the filter with a layer of grounds. [more…]