For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow: Front Street Coffee (Frontsteet Coffee) Scorching summer days, summer days scorching. For coffee lovers, the ritual sense of midsummer often originates from a refreshing cup of iced coffee, so recently Front Street has been sharing various iced coffee recipes, even [more…]

Cold brew coffee is a method of extracting coffee with ice water at low temperatures, completely different from regular pour-over. It originated from the invention of the Dutch on the island of Java in the 17th century, using condensed water pressure to drip through coffee grounds one drop at a time, taking up to 8 hours. Cold brew coffee has a unique flavor and needs to be refrigerated and fermented after extraction, reaching its best state on days 3 to 7, with a complex aroma reminiscent of fermented rice wine. This article explains in detail the steps for making cold brew coffee, key points for fermentation and storage, and shares three cold brew recipes commonly used by Front Street Coffee—dark berry type, light and clean type, and sweet and delicious type—to help you easily make a delicious cold brew suitable for summer. [more…]

In hot weather, cold drip and cold brew have become the top choices for coffee lovers seeking refreshment and a boost. But not all coffee beans are suited to making cold drip or cold brew—choosing the right beans is what makes iced coffee truly shine. Drawing on its in-store sales experience, Front Street Coffee has selected four distinctive coffee beans, from Ethiopia, Kenya, Costa Rica, and Colombia respectively, covering floral fruitiness, solid acidity, fruity sweetness, and rich fermented tones, suitable for making cold drip and cold brew with different flavor profiles. In addition to introducing each bean's origin, variety, and processing method, this article also shares Front Street's specific brewing parameters and pairing suggestions to help you recreate a refreshing, cooling cup of iced coffee at home. [more…]

On a hot summer day, cold brew coffee becomes the favorite of many coffee lovers. But when it comes to its origins, brewing principles, caffeine content, and which beans to use, there are all kinds of claims floating around. From the perspective of Front Street Coffee, this article sorts out the historical thread of cold brew coffee, from the Dutch sailor legend to its actual invention in Kyoto, Japan, explains in detail the water-to-coffee ratio, filter paper usage, pre-infusion, and fermentation steps in cold brew equipment operation, and responds to the controversy over whether cold brew coffee's caffeine content is actually high or low. Finally, it offers two cold brew blend recipes commonly used by Front Street Coffee, to help you make cold brew coffee with full aroma and a smooth mouthfeel at home. [more…]

For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow our WeChat official account: Front Street Coffee (FrontStreet Coffee). Recently, more and more friends have been making iced coffee such as cold brew coffee and ice drip coffee at home. The ice drip coffee pre-made by Front Street is also in short supply. Many friends have also asked, [more…]

In the heat of summer, a glass of iced coffee always brings refreshing coolness. Besides the common iced Americano and cold drip coffee, cold brew coffee can actually be easily made at home. This article will detail the steps for making cold brew coffee, the key points of coffee-to-water ratio and steeping time, and explain why cold brew presents a rounder mouthfeel and prominent floral and fruity notes. The article will also recommend Front Street Coffee's Huakui coffee beans suitable for cold brew, and briefly introduce the methods for cold drip coffee and Japanese-style iced coffee, so you can enjoy the pleasure of specialty coffee even in the scorching heat. [more…]

In recent years, cold-drip and cold brew coffee made through low-temperature extraction have become increasingly favored by coffee enthusiasts, but which beans to choose, what equipment to use, how long it can be stored, and how to drink it creatively are all questions people care about. Based on Front Street Coffee's practical experience, this article provides a detailed overview of the extraction principles of iced coffee, equipment selection, single-origin bean recommendations suited to different flavors, the impact of chilled fermentation on taste, creative drinking methods such as adding dried flower petals, and safe refrigeration storage limits, helping you make a cup of outstanding iced coffee at home. [more…]

Cold brew coffee is a brewing method that uses cold water for low-temperature extraction over a long period of time, producing a full, smooth, non-astringent and rounded cup with lower caffeine content than other brewing methods. Its history can be traced back to the Dutch invention on the island of Java in 1699, and today it has become a highly sought-after drink among coffee lovers in summer. This article will systematically introduce the origin of cold brew coffee, the extraction principle, the differences from pour-over coffee, detailed preparation steps and key points for controlling the drip rate, and share three cold brew recipes often used by Front Street Coffee — the dark berry type, the clean and crisp type, and the sweet and pleasant type — while also explaining the best drinking period and storage recommendations for cold brew coffee. [more…]

Can a refreshing glass of iced Americano really not be made without an espresso machine? This article first gives the standard answer and the classic method: use Front Street Coffee's classic blend to extract a double shot of espresso, then pour it into an ice-water mixture, and it's done in three steps. For those who don't have a coffee machine at home, the article analyzes the difference between iced coffee made by pour-over or drip bags and a true Americano, and recommends Front Street Coffee single-origin beans suited to making iced coffee according to three styles: fruity, balanced, and full-bodied. In addition, it also covers the benefits of Americano such as aiding digestion, reducing water retention, and helping burn fat, along with drinking reminders, and gives the optimal tasting temperature for dark roast, medium roast, and light roast respectively, helping you get the best flavor out of every cup of Americano. [more…]

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…]

Cold brew coffee is a staple drink in summer cafés. Its production takes a long time, so it usually needs to be reserved or prepared in advance. Its flavor differs noticeably from other brewing methods, and one taste often leaves a lasting impression. In this article, Front Street Coffee discusses the origins, production methods, and recipes of cold brew coffee, introducing key steps such as a 1:10 coffee-to-water ratio, grind size calibration, pre-infusion, drip rate control, and refrigerated fermentation, and shares four recipes: classic cold brew, a crisp and clean type, a sweet and pleasant type, and a wine-like type, to help coffee lovers reliably recreate it at home. [more…]

Iced Americano is one of the most popular coffee drinks in summer. It seems simple to make—espresso plus ice plus water—but the taste is determined by the coffee beans, the ice ratio, and the extraction method. This article starts with Front Street Coffee's four espresso blends, analyzes how different beans affect the flavor of Americano, and introduces different strength options such as extra ice and no water. It also reviews the pros and cons of Americano for health, looks back at the history of the drip coffee maker's invention, and provides practical parameters such as grind size and water-to-coffee ratio. Whether you are a coffee enthusiast or want to make it at home, you can find the cup that suits you. [more…]

On a hot summer day, the cool refreshment and satisfaction of a glass of iced coffee are irreplaceable, but the iced coffee family has many members—iced pour-over, iced drip, cold brew, and iced americano each have their own merits. In this article, Front Street Coffee takes you through the brewing principles and recipes of these four iced coffees one by one, from coffee-to-water ratio, grind size, to extraction time and flavor performance, clearly comparing the differences between them. Whether you prefer a clean and refreshing fruity acidity or a rich and balanced dark cocoa flavor, you can find the cup that suits you. The article also includes Front Street's specific brewing parameters and bean recommendations, making it easy to replicate at home. [more…]

Ice drip coffee uses ice water for low-temperature extraction over a long period, allowing the flavor and aroma to be sealed within the coffee liquid. Upon entering the mouth, it bursts with intense aroma as the temperature rises, offering a full-bodied taste with lower levels of bitterness and tannic acid. Compared with high-temperature pour-over extraction, ice drip coffee has less caffeine and richer layers, making it suitable for people sensitive to caffeine. Making ice drip coffee involves certain considerations in bean selection, usually favoring single-origin beans, though a blend of two beans can also be used to highlight a balance of aroma and flavor. This article will systematically introduce the flavor characteristics and key production points of ice drip coffee, from extraction principles, historical origins, and bean selection to Front Street Coffee's specific recipes and operating steps. [more…]

Americano is the go-to pick-me-up for many people, but do you really understand it? From its origins during World War II, when American soldiers in Italy diluted Espresso with water, to the Americano now available in convenience stores everywhere, this drink comes in far more forms than you might imagine. This article breaks down the definition and flavor characteristics of Americano, and compares the differences between Americano, Long Black, Lungo, and Ristretto in terms of preparation order, volume, and grind size. It also shares Front Street Coffee's in-store Americano recipe, including key parameters such as a 1:4.5 ratio of espresso to hot water, a 20-gram dose, and a 28-to-33-second extraction time, as well as two ways to make iced Americano. Whether you want to brew a refreshing black coffee at home with a drip machine or simply want to understand the difference between the names on a menu, this article has the answers. [more…]

Want to easily make a delicious iced Americano black coffee at home? A drip coffee maker might be the most effortless choice. It has a low barrier to entry, requires no complex espresso skills, and still delivers consistent results. This article focuses on the correct way to use a drip coffee maker, breaking down the core variables that affect flavor one by one—from machine structure, coffee-to-water ratio, and grind size to coffee bean selection. It also explains how to turn a hot Americano into a refreshing iced Americano by adjusting the water-to-coffee ratio and adding ice. The article also compiles Front Street Coffee's recommended coffee bean lists for different flavor preferences, helping coffee lovers find the cup that suits them in their daily brewing. [more…]

Cold brew coffee, through its low-temperature slow extraction, presents a flavor profile completely different from pour-over, and is deeply loved by coffee enthusiasts. Based on the practical experience of Front Street Coffee, this article systematically reviews the origin of cold brew coffee, the extraction principles, suitable bean selection, and key operational points, and shares a variety of cold brew recipes centered on beans such as Yirgacheffe, Kenya, and Mandheling, covering dark berry type, refreshing and clean type, sweet and delicious type, as well as blending ideas. The article also explains in detail the production steps, fermentation duration, and drinking suggestions, helping you make a cup of cold brew coffee with full aroma and smooth mouthfeel at home. [more…]

The charm of espresso lies in the clever ratio of espresso to milk; different proportions create the distinctly different flavor profiles of classic drinks such as latte, cappuccino, and mocha. However, each coffee shop has its own blending approach, and even the same coffee can show subtle variations when paired with different beans. This article systematically sorts out the blending ratios of common espresso drinks, including the specific recipes for latte, cappuccino, and mocha, and combines Front Street Coffee's practical experience to provide detailed parameters for home brewing. In addition, the article extends to the field of black coffee, comparing the preparation processes, coffee-to-water ratios, and flavor differences of Americano, ice drip, and cold brew, helping coffee enthusiasts find the cup that best suits their personal taste preferences. [more…]

Every part of the world has its own distinctive coffee equipment; some, though not invented locally, have been perfected there. Ethiopia has the ceramic coffee pot, Turkey has the ceaselessly bubbling cezve, Italy has the moka pot, and Vietnam, with its "phin," has made drip coffee popular around the globe. This article will walk you through the structure and use of the Vietnamese phin, teach you step by step how to make an authentic cup of Vietnamese drip coffee at home, and answer the question of which coffee beans to use for drip coffee grounds. It will also include bean recommendations from Front Street Coffee to help you choose the right beans for your phin, so your brew comes closer to the flavors of a Vietnamese street stall. [more…]

What is Americano? "Americano" (English: Americano, Italian: Caffe Americano) is traditionally a black coffee made with a drip coffee maker. Because the extraction time is relatively long (about four to five minutes), the coffee taste is also more [more…]