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Espresso Crema | Why does espresso have a layer of crema? Can the crema tell you if an espresso is good or bad?
You often hear people say, "To judge whether an espresso tastes good, just look at the crema. The best espresso has a crema that is fine, thick, and golden." But can you really judge whether an espresso tastes good by the state of its crema? To find out whether this method works, Front Street only needs to give everyone two questions. [more…]
Before Buying Huakui, Read This Pitfall Avoidance and Brewing Guide
Huakui is consistently one of the most inquired-about beans, and the three most frequently asked questions are: Is it really worth the price? What's the difference between it and Yirgacheffe? Why doesn't it taste good when I brew it? Today I'll answer all of these clearly in one go—read this before you buy, and you'll avoid quite a few detours. Question one: Is Huakui worth it? Here's the conclusion first: if you prefer fruity [more…]
Moka pot coffee brewing parameters | How to brew moka pot coffee to get crema? What coffee beans and what grind size of coffee grounds should be used for a moka pot?
For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow our WeChat official account: Front Street Coffee. The moka pot is probably the simplest and cheapest device for making strong coffee. For those who enjoy espresso but aren't ready to dive into semi-automatic espresso machines, the moka pot is a great option. [more…]
Coffee Storage | How long is coffee's optimal flavor period? How long can ground coffee be stored after grinding? Which storage method can extend the optimal flavor period of ground coffee?
Recently, due to the crazy discounts of Double Eleven, many friends have gathered to place orders online, and Front Street Coffee's Taobao Tmall customer service has therefore received more coffee-related questions than ever before. Questions related to grinding on demand, such as "how long can coffee beans last after being ground into powder" and "within how many days after grinding is it best to finish drinking it," are among the questions these friends have been consulting about recently. [more…]
American Coffee Brewing Ratio | How to Make a Delicious, Non-Bitter Americano Black Coffee? What Are the Differences Between SOE Coffee and Traditional Espresso?
When customers who don't usually drink coffee walk into Front Street's offline stores, they often ask Front Street's baristas a question: "What kind of coffee is espresso? What is its relationship with Americano, and what's the difference between them?" This is a good question. At Front Street, there are only two small blackboards serving as menus, one for pour-over coffee and the other [more…]
American-style black coffee brewing ratio | Is coffee made with an American drip machine American coffee? How much water should be added to espresso to make good American coffee?
When customers who don't usually drink coffee walk into Front Street's offline stores, they often ask Front Street's baristas a question: "What kind of coffee is espresso? What is its relationship with Americano, and how do they differ?" This is a good question. At Front Street, there are only two small blackboards serving as menus—one for pour-over coffee, and the other [more…]
Bloom Time | Why is blooming necessary when making pour-over coffee? What effects does the length of the bloom time have on the taste of the brewed coffee?
"How big of a difference can there be between coffee with a 30-second bloom and a 60-second bloom?" This was a question a friend asked Front Street Coffee yesterday. I have to say, this question is actually quite interesting! As we all know, blooming is a routine step in pour-over coffee. Specifically, before the official pour, we pre-pour [more…]
Original or Flavored Latte: Two Paths for Choosing Beans
Before ordering a latte, it's worth asking yourself one question: do you want a solid milk coffee, or one with a playful twist? This question splits lattes into two paths, and also cleaves the direction of bean selection in half. If the path isn't decided, even the best beans won't deliver the mood you expect. The original-flavor path pursues a harmony of the beans' and milk's true essence. [more…]
Coffee Flavor | Why Do Some Coffees Taste Like "Soy Sauce"? What Factors Affect Coffee Flavor? How to Avoid a "Soy Sauce" Taste in Coffee?
“Huh? Why does this coffee smell kind of like soy sauce?” a customer asked cautiously, full of confusion, after sniffing the dry aroma of the coffee grounds Front Street had handed over. This was not actually the first time Front Street had received such a question. Besides “soy sauce,” there were also things like “ [more…]
Pour-over coffee water temperature | Can iced water be used to make pour-over coffee? What flavors does Colombian Frontera present when made as iced pour-over coffee?
Guests and friends often ask Front Street Coffee this question when brewing iced pour-over: "Why isn't iced pour-over brewed with ice water? Does it have to be hot water?" It's not surprising that this question comes up, because for those who haven't been in the coffee world or have only just encountered it, iced pour-over coffee indeed [more…]
Coffee Brewing | What is Red Eye Coffee? What is the appropriate ratio of espresso to pour-over coffee? How do you make a delicious Red Eye Coffee?
“Espresso mixed with pour-over—how do you make it taste good?” Yes, you read that right! When Front Street Coffee heard this “staple with staple” question at the store before 5 p.m. yesterday, they were also taken aback, because such a question is truly unheard of. After some further investigation by Front Street Coffee, it was discovered that this customer friend had originally [more…]
Delicious and Affordable Specialty Coffee Beans Recommendations | What Brand of Coffee Beans Should Coffee Beginners Buy? Which Brands of Single-Origin Coffee Beans Are Suitable for Pour-Over?
I often see friends leaving messages in the background asking: Are there any recommendations for affordable and delicious coffee beans? For this question, the answer is undoubtedly: Of course there are. Without further delay, today I will recommend a few coffee brands that are most worth buying. Not only are they economical and affordable, but they also offer a wide variety of flavors and types—definitely cheap and generous daily staples. [more…]
Coffee Pour-Over Kettle Recommendations | What Types of Pour-Over Kettles Are There? Which Pour-Over Kettle Is Suitable for Coffee Beginners? How to Adjust the Spout of a Pour-Over Kettle?
Many novice friends often have some questions after drinking the coffee they brewed themselves. Clearly, the beans, parameters, and brewing methods they used were exactly the same as those in the café, so why can't they brew coffee as delicious as the coffee shop's? So, a friend came to the Front Street Coffee store with this question, and as a result, discovered that the problem [more…]
Introduction to Coffee Bean Processing Methods | How Do Sun-Dried and Washed Coffee Differ in Flavor and Mouthfeel? What Are the Processing Steps for Sun-Dried and Washed Coffee?
If you've been following our activity notifications over the past couple of days, you might have noticed that both of Front Street's stores on Taobao and Tmall have just launched a washed-process Hacienda La Esmeralda Diamond Mountain. And so some friends are quite curious: "They're both Diamond Mountain—what's the difference between this washed-process one and the sun-dried one that was listed before? And then [more…]
Introduction to Coffee Bean Processing Methods｜How Do Sun-Dried and Washed Coffee Beans Differ in Taste? What Causes the Flavor Differences Between Sun-Dried and Washed Coffee Beans?
If you've been following the event notifications over the past couple of days, you may have noticed that Front Street has launched a washed-process Emerald Estate · Diamond Mountain at both of its stores on 🍑Bao and Tian🐱. Then some friends got very curious: "They're both Diamond Mountain—what's the difference between this washed-process one and the sun-dried one that was listed before? And then [more…]
Commercial Americano Coffee Bean Recommendations | What Types of Espresso Are There? Which Espresso Blends Make Good Americanos? How to Drink Americano Black Coffee
For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow: Front Street Coffee (Frontsteet Coffee) What is the correct way to drink Americano? Front Street's baristas are occasionally asked such tricky questions by some customers, and every time this happens, Front Street tells them, just taste it with your heart and it's good if you enjoy it. Actually, front [more…]
The Correct Way to Drink Americano Black Coffee | Can You Add Sugar and Milk to Americano? What Are Americano Coffee Beans? Is the Flavor and Mouthfeel Very Different from Espresso?
What is the correct way to drink Americano? Front Street Coffee's baristas are occasionally asked such tricky questions by some customers, and every time this happens, Front Street tells them that as long as you savor it with care and find it tasty, that's enough. In fact, Front Street knows he is asking whether Front Street has a set of standard norms for drinking coffee, but Front Street believes that one should not be bound by conventions in [more…]
Beginner's Coffee Brewing Demo | What are the ideal pour-over parameters for washed Yirgacheffe coffee beans? Does the direction of circular pouring matter in pour-over coffee?
The issue of pouring water for pour-over coffee has been discussed time and again, but there are also many friends who are just starting out and following Front Street Coffee, saying, "Why can't I brew a good cup?" "Pour-over coffee is so hard!" Pour-over coffee is still a relatively niche circle, and to take care of newcomers, repeating the old familiar topics is unavoidable. As for [more…]
Colombian Coffee | What Is Big Belly Button Coffee? Does Big Belly Button Refer to a Coffee Variety? What Are the Flavor Characteristics of Big Belly Button from Finca La Divisa in Colombia?
“Why is this coffee called Big Belly Button?” This is a question N friends ask when looking at the Front Street Coffee bean list blackboard! But indeed, it's not just on the Front Street Coffee bean list—the name Big Belly Button stands out no matter where it's placed, so it draws more attention than other coffees! [more…]
Cold Brew Coffee Bean Recommendations | How Should Coffee Beginners Choose Coffee Beans for Making Cold Brew? Which Is Better for Cold Brew Coffee: Single-Origin or Blend Beans?
A while back, Front Street Coffee shared a guide on how to make cold brew coffee, and after that, a lot of readers started asking in the comments how to choose beans for cold brew. So today, let's break down and answer that question. As a low-temperature immersion extraction method, the longer the brew time, the fewer the types of acidic compounds present, which is why cold brew's acidity [more…]