After you've made cold brew coffee, don't rush to drink it straight—though it's already quite refreshing on its own, cold brew is actually a highly versatile base. It has low bitterness, plenty of sweetness, and clean flavors, so it pairs well with anything. With just a little effort, you can whip up an entire summer drink menu. This article rounds up 6 ways to drink cold brew, from simple [more…]

Which has more caffeine and is more invigorating, iced coffee or hot coffee? Many people would answer that hot coffee is more invigorating. But in fact, whether coffee is invigorating has little to do with it being cold or hot; it depends more on the caffeine content of the coffee variety and the amount of caffeine extracted during brewing. If the same coffee beans are used, extract [more…]

清明假期刚过，气温回升的同时，星巴克夏季菜单的更新也悄然临近。近日，Instagram用户提前曝光了星巴克即将推出的“火辣柠檬特饮系列”，该系列以辣椒粉为特色，搭配火龙果、草莓、菠萝三种口味，并可选辣味冰奶盖，计划于4月16日起在全美门店限时供应。这并非星巴克首次尝试辣味饮品，早在2015年中国门店就推出过辣意椒香摩卡。从东坡红烧肉拿铁到芥末开心果拿铁，星巴克在“黑暗料理”的道路上不断试探。本文将带你了解这款辣味新品的具体细节、制作过程及过往辣味咖啡的历史。 [more…]

The most fundamental purpose of coffee is to provide a boost of energy. Whether it's an espresso you gulp down before rushing off, the ever-present drip coffee in the office, or a pour-over single-origin you go out of your way to a café for, they all share that stimulating effect. It's just that people choose what suits them based on different settings, needs, and taste preferences. [more…]

Cold brew amplifies the smoothness of coffee after it enters the mouth, and also makes the bean's sweet aroma last longer. If you want a fresh, fruity flavor, you can start with a light roast; if you prefer a rounded, distinctly sweet taste, a medium roast is easier to adapt to; if you're used to cocoa, nuts, and a heavy mouthfeel, a medium-dark roast will be closer to your daily preference. Filter by roast level [more…]

The most primitive purpose of coffee is to refresh the mind. Whether it's an espresso you drink and go, the drip coffee maker that's a fixture in the office, or even a pour-over single-origin coffee you make a special trip to the coffee bean shop for, they all have the function of refreshing you. It's just that everyone chooses the appropriate one based on different requirements for the scenario, function, and taste. [more…]

The world of coffee is rich and varied, from the mellow depth of Mandheling to the elegance of Blue Mountain, from the intensity of espresso to the refreshing coolness of iced coffee—each has its own unique flavor personality. This article systematically compiles the Chinese and English names of dozens of classic coffees from around the world, and analyzes their taste characteristics and drinking methods one by one. Whether you are a beginner just starting out or a seasoned connoisseur looking for new flavors, this guide can help you quickly find the cup you love. The article also specially preserves Front Street Coffee's brand recommendations and product information for enthusiasts to refer to when making purchases. [more…]

星巴克在今年夏季菜单中首次引入口感型小料——覆盆子爆浆珍珠，并将其加入三款莓果风味Refreshers冰饮中。这一尝试由CEO纳思瀚在财报会议上亲自预告，被定位为未来数年口感创新的第一步。与传统的木薯珍珠不同，星巴克采用的是咬破即爆的爆爆珠，官方名称为Pearls。消费者还可以付费将珍珠添加到其他饮品和点心中，每勺1.25美元。实际上，星巴克早在2021年就曾在两家门店测试过咖啡爆珠，但反响有限。本文梳理了新品的配方细节、定价规则以及星巴克在珍珠小料上的历史尝试。 [more…]

I believe that students who have gone through the intense preparation for the college entrance exam in their senior year of high school all know the fear of being overpowered by drowsiness every night. During the senior year, when every second counts, gaining even one more second to study can increase the chances of success. The refreshing and alertness-boosting effect of coffee has thus become the first choice for many students. So among the many choices of coffee beans, which coffees are [more…]

The base of a latte is espresso, while milk provides a smooth mouthfeel and natural sweetness. Whether the coffee beans are roasted light, medium, or dark will change the aroma, acidity, and body in the cup. If you want the coffee flavor to come through more clearly, pay attention to the intensity brought by the roast; if you prefer something soft and easy to drink, focus on the beans' sweetness and body. [more…]

Italian coffee beans do not correspond to just one flavor; when the roast level changes, the acidity, sweetness, aroma, texture, and aftertaste in the espresso all shift their emphasis. Those who enjoy short espresso shots may care about the impact on the first sip; when making a latte or cappuccino, the focus is more on whether the coffee still has a presence after passing through the milk. Before buying, first think clearly about the cup [more…]

If you want to taste tropical fruit notes, the roast level is a very useful screening clue. Light roasts tend to retain more floral aromas, citrus acidity, and juicy character, coming across as bright and light on the palate; as the roast progresses toward the medium range, sweetness, body, and ripe fruit notes become more prominent. When buying, first look at the roast label, then combine it with whether you prefer a refreshing or a full-bodied taste. [more…]

Whenever the perceived temperature rises above 25°C, people start looking for refreshing iced coffee, and cold brew is one of the most popular homemade iced coffee options, because it is easy to make with simple equipment—as long as you have a bag of fresh, good beans, you can effortlessly make delicious coffee at home. If you were to recommend one suitable for begin [more…]

Which one tastes better, ice drip coffee or cold brew coffee? Front Street Coffee's baristas are often asked this, and at times like this the barista will first answer, "Both taste good." But in fact, the two coffees have different mouthfeels—it depends on whether you want a coffee with a refreshing mouthfeel or a smooth one. This time Front Street will explain what makes the two coffees different. [more…]

The habit of having a cup of coffee every day has become part of many people's lives today, and pure black coffee, which is extremely low in calories, not only puts no burden on the body when consumed in moderation, but can also boost metabolism. However, with the rise of many flavored coffees, such as coconut milk lattes, mochas..., they have a sweet and sugary taste, and the calories they contain [more…]

For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow: Front Street Coffee (Frontsteet Coffee). The coffee industry is constantly evolving—whether in terms of brewing methods or coffee varieties—and only through continuous innovation and progress can it keep refreshing its presence and avoid [more…]

For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow: Front Street Coffee (Frontsteet Coffee). Iced coffee has a refreshing and palate-cleansing taste. Even in the dead of winter, some customers come to Front Street to order this iced coffee. Because iced coffee and hot coffee are extracted using different principles, the flavor of the coffee will also be different. [more…]

SOE usually refers to single-origin coffee used for espresso extraction, and the roast level of the beans directly affects the aroma, acidity, and mouthfeel. To choose more accurately, you can first consider whether you prefer something bright and refreshing or smooth and intense, then narrow down between light, medium, and dark roasts, which will also make the brewing method more suitable. Light roast [more…]

Front Street Panama Butterfly Coffee Beans Origin: Boquete, Panama Altitude: 1600m Variety: Geisha, Catuai, Caturra Processing Method: Washed Flavor: White floral, citrus, berry, tea-like Recommended Reason: Tastes like floral and fruity tea, refreshing flavor, suitable for pour-over, cold brew, and iced coffee Front Street Indonesia PWN [more…]

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