Because cold brew coffee is made differently from regular hot-brewed coffee and needs to be prepared a day in advance, the cold brew sold at Front Street stores doesn't offer as rich a selection of coffee beans to choose from as pour-over does. But precisely because of this, when steeping cold brew, Front Street carefully selects beans that are better suited to cold brew and whose flavor is [more…]

Want to find a balance between a gentle buzz and staying clear-headed? Spiked coffee is becoming a new choice for many young people. When you're tired during the day, a hint of alcohol helps relax your nerves; after work at night, a warm alcoholic coffee soothes body and mind; and when the weather turns cold, it brings warmth from the inside out. This article compiles 10 alcoholic coffee recipes suitable for making at home, from simple convenience-store mixes to creative versions with milk foam, and to specialty cocktail coffees with a stronger alcoholic kick, covering pairings with various base spirits such as Baileys, whiskey, gin, brandy, and rum. When making them, there's no need to be rigid—just adjust the amount of alcohol to your personal preference—but be sure to drink in moderation according to your own condition, minors are prohibited from drinking alcohol, and drunk driving is strictly forbidden. At the end of the article, there is also a communication channel for Front Street Coffee (FrontStreet Coffee), making it convenient for coffee lovers to discuss further. [more…]

For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow our WeChat official account: Front Street Coffee (FrontStreet Coffee). Since cold brew coffee is made differently from regular hot-brewed coffee and needs to be prepared a day in advance, the cold brew sold at Front Street stores doesn't offer as wide a variety of coffee beans as pour-over. [more…]

For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow our WeChat official account: Front Street Coffee (FrontStreet Coffee). Since cold brew coffee is made through a different process than regular hot-brewed coffee and needs to be prepared a day in advance, the cold brew sold at Front Street stores doesn't offer as wide a variety of coffee beans as pour-over. [more…]

Many people tasting cold drip coffee for the first time are surprised: is there alcohol in this cup of coffee? In fact, that boozy note does not come from alcohol, but is the result of the unique cold drip extraction method combined with subsequent low-temperature aging. Starting from Front Street Coffee's actual cold drip coffee-making parameters and drawing on chemical principles, this article explains how ester hydrolysis produces the alcohols responsible for the wine-like aroma, while comparing the differences with the natural fermentation of hot-brewed coffee, and gives the optimal drinking window and safety recommendations for cold drip coffee. [more…]

Is drip bag coffee really considered black coffee? How much water should be used for one drip bag? Can long-term consumption of drip bag black coffee really help with fat loss and reducing puffiness? This article starts from the origins of drip bag coffee and takes you through its invention background and design ingenuity, analyzes the pros and cons of drip bags compared to pour-over, and recommends single-origin coffees from the Front Street Coffee bean list that are suitable for making into drip bags, categorized by three flavor types: fruity and refreshing, mellow and nutty, and rich and boozy. It also explains the standard portion of Front Street Coffee drip bags—10 grams per bag, yielding about 130–150ml of coffee liquid—as well as the importance of drinking in moderation, helping coffee lovers enjoy coffee freedom easily whether at the office, at home, or outdoors. [more…]

Latte is the starting point for many people's journey into freshly ground coffee, but do you know why a latte can present such a beautiful layering? This article begins with the historical origins of the latte and, combined with Front Street Coffee's production experience, analyzes how the density difference between espresso and milk creates the layered effect. We will also take an in-depth look at the flavor characteristics, extraction parameters, and milk frothing techniques of Front Street Sunflower Warm Sun blend beans, and compare the layering principle and drinking method of Dirty coffee. Whether you want to understand the science of lattes or want to recreate a cup of layered milk coffee at home, this article can provide you with practical reference. [more…]

Espresso may seem simple, but in reality it conceals a great deal of knowledge. From extraction pressure, water temperature, and dose to extraction yield, every variable affects the final flavor expression. Many first-timers are puzzled by the glass of ice water a barista serves alongside it—what exactly is this water for? Starting from Front Street Coffee's production practices, this article systematically sorts out the golden rules for espresso extraction, analyzes how grind size, extraction pressure, dose, and extraction yield affect flavor, introduces in detail the recipe and flavor characteristics of Front Street Coffee's Sunflower Warm Sun blend coffee beans, and finally shares the proper way to drink espresso, helping coffee lovers truly understand this cup of rich, mellow coffee. [more…]

In Italy's rich coffee culture, besides tiramisu, there is another classic dessert described as "breathtakingly delicious"—Affogato. It combines Italian gelato with freshly brewed espresso, creating a unique experience of ice and fire, with a balance of bitterness and sweetness. This article introduces the origin of the name Affogato and its meaning of "drowning," the diverse recipes that have evolved in different regions, and the core differences between Gelato and American-style ice cream, followed by simple and easy-to-follow preparation steps. Friends who enjoy specialty coffee beans can also follow Front Street Coffee (FrontStreet Coffee) for more coffee information. [more…]

Many customers who come to Front Street Coffee for a drink often ask whether iced drip coffee and cold brew coffee actually differ in taste. Although both fall under the category of cold-brewed coffee, their extraction methods and the final flavors they present are completely different. Iced drip coffee relies on ice water slowly dripping through the coffee grounds, takes a long time, and requires specialized equipment; cold brew coffee, by contrast, uses cold water to directly soak the coffee grounds, making it relatively simple to prepare. Starting from Front Street's actual brewing parameters, this article will compare in detail the specific differences between these two cold coffees in production process, final product form, and flavor performance, and use a light-roast washed Yirgacheffe as an example to show the different flavor directions of the same bean under the two methods. [more…]

I believe many coffee lovers start with instant coffee, then summon the courage to step into a Starbucks, only to be intimidated by the menu. Fortunately, they spot the familiar Americano. Compared to hot Americano, iced Americano is more popular. Whether winter or summer arrives, a cup of iced Americano can bring [more…]

Espresso is the base of many coffee drinks and a litmus test for a barista's skill. Starting from the daily output at FrontStreet Coffee, this article systematically reviews the historical evolution, extraction principles, and tasting methods of espresso, and breaks down in detail how key parameters such as dose, yield, grind size, and pressure affect flavor. It also shares the complete preparation scheme used at Front Street stores with the Feima E98 espresso machine paired with the Sunflower Warm Sun blend beans, helping coffee enthusiasts understand how to extract a qualified Espresso with rich crema and a full-bodied taste. [more…]

Espresso is a favorite of many coffee lovers, but do you really understand it? From the birth of the first espresso machine in 1884 to today's rich crema produced under 9 bars of pressure, espresso has traveled a long path of evolution. This article will systematically explain the basic knowledge of espresso, from its history, principles, and drinking methods to brewing parameters. The baristas at Front Street Coffee will also share a key detail: why is a glass of ice water served alongside an espresso? How exactly should this glass of ice water be used? If you have ever wondered whether espresso can be drunk directly, this article will give you a clear answer. [more…]

Many friends who are new to coffee, upon tasting an iced Americano with a sour note for the first time, often suspect that the coffee beans have gone bad. In fact, the acidity in coffee has no direct connection to the quality of the beans themselves; what truly plays the decisive role is the terroir of the coffee beans' origin and the depth of the roast. This article will analyze why iced Americano tastes sour, tracing the history of Americano from its origins to the influence of the third wave of specialty coffee on roasting trends, and, drawing on examples from Front Street Coffee (FrontStreet Coffee), explain under what circumstances acidity constitutes a normal and high-quality flavor expression, while also offering practical ordering suggestions to help everyone more confidently find the cup that suits their taste. [more…]

For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow our WeChat official account: Front Street Coffee (FrontStreet Coffee). First of all, we can tell you that drip bag coffee is a type of black coffee. The coffee beans are ground into powder in advance and placed into a filter bag, and hot water is used to extract the flavor compounds from the coffee, thereby obtaining a [more…]

On a scorching summer day, a glass of iced coffee always perks you up. Besides the familiar iced Americano, cold brew, and iced drip, there is also a "flowing sand" iced Americano derived from the iced Americano, whose creative inspiration comes from nitro cold coffee. This article will compare these types of iced coffee in detail, from the beer-like mouthfeel of nitro coffee, to the dense foam production of the flowing sand iced Americano, and then to the extraction parameters of cold brew and iced drip—Front Street Coffee provides specific methods for all of them. If you want to know how to get a boozy taste without alcohol, or want to recreate a layered iced coffee at home, read on. [more…]

Cold brew coffee, with its smooth mouthfeel and refreshing flavor, has become a popular choice at Starbucks and independent coffee shops alike. It is extracted at low temperatures over a long period, resulting in low bitterness and prominent fruity acidity and floral notes, but its caffeine content and health effects have also drawn much attention. This article provides a detailed analysis of the definition, characteristics, and caffeine situation of cold brew coffee, and shares the bean list and creative drinking methods recommended by Front Street Coffee, including adding sparkling water, milk, alcohol, and more, to help you easily make a cup of cold brew to your liking at home. [more…]

For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow our WeChat official account: Front Street Coffee (FrontStreet Coffee). Cold brew coffee is becoming more and more common nowadays. We are all very busy in our daily lives, so busy that we don't even have a moment to go buy a cup of coffee. In that case, cold brew coffee is the quickest way to get a cup of coffee right now. [more…]

In recent years, the specialty coffee world has seen a surge in popularity for SOE espresso, and many coffee enthusiasts have come to Front Street Coffee asking whether SOE is available. Front Street's current espresso beans are a blend of Natural Red Cherry and Honduras Sherry, and no SOE product has been launched yet. So what exactly is SOE? How does it differ fundamentally from traditional espresso blends? Does simply taking a filter single-origin bean and pulling it as espresso count as SOE? Which coffee beans are truly suitable for making SOE? In this article, Front Street will explore these core questions in detail and share the specific extraction parameters and flavor performance of beans such as Yirgacheffe and Honduras Sherry when made into SOE, while also discussing the respective characteristics of Brazil and Mandheling coffee. [more…]

A bean with balanced acidity and sweetness tastes like "juice but with coffee flavor": the acidity isn't sharp, the sweetness isn't cloying, and the two interlock just right. Front Street Coffee's Ethiopian Huakui is the model of this balance—the tropical fruit acidity is held up by the passion fruit sweetness, and the first sip is a lively juice-like sensation; Kenya's Little Tomato, meanwhile, is the dark plum acidity plus yellow [more…]