As the primary raw material, water not only makes up the vast majority of a cup of black coffee, but also influences the extraction of different substances, thereby producing distinct flavors and mouthfeel. Therefore, all of us should understand the importance of water to coffee. Common drinking water on the market varies from brand to brand, in the ingredients it contains, and in its purification processes. [more…]

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…]

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…]

Panama - La Esmeralda Diamond Mountain. Introduction to coffee cultivation at La Esmeralda Estate. La Esmeralda Estate is located on the outskirts of Boquete in southwestern Panama. When it was first established, it was a diversified farm, with coffee only [more…]

Yemen is the birthplace of commercial coffee cultivation, and the port of Mokha was once the starting point of the global coffee trade. This article takes you through the long history of Yemeni coffee, its unique processing methods, and how it performs in the cup. [more…]

Yemen is a country in Asia, but it is often mistakenly regarded as an African country. Just across the sea from it is the well-known coffee-producing area of Ethiopia in Africa, and it is also a key port for Ethiopia to access Africa. The Yemen Mocha [more…]

Many friends have messaged Front Street privately, asking Front Street to introduce some representative good coffee beans. Front Street thought about it, and the most representative coffees are the more distinctive coffee beans from each major producing region. For this reason, Front Street has recommended 10 coffee beans from different producing countries. 1. Front Street Coffee (FrontSt [more…]

Many friends have私信'd Front Street, asking us to introduce some representative good coffee beans. Front Street thought about it, and the most representative coffees are the more distinctive coffee beans from major producing regions. To that end, Front Street has recommended 10 coffee beans from different producing countries for everyone. 1. Front Street Jamaica Blue Mountain No. 1 Coffee Beans [more…]

For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow the WeChat public account: Front Street Coffee (FrontStreet Coffee). In the coffee industry, iced coffee is extremely popular, especially in the hot summer, when its popularity feels like fans surrounding their idol. So when it comes to iced coffee [more…]

In the past, when some friends who wanted to taste Geisha coffee came to Front Street Coffee and ordered Geisha, the baristas at Front Street would carefully ask, "Do you mean Ethiopian Geisha or Panamanian Geisha?" Everyone would be confused about the difference between these two Geishas. Nowadays, the name of Panamanian Geisha [more…]

We know that coffee bean grading methods are usually based on the actual conditions of the growing country. Some are graded by bean size, such as Kenyan coffee; some by altitude, such as Blue Mountain coffee; and some by defect rate, such as Ethiopian coffee. As the gene pool of Arabica, Ethiopia has a wide variety of coffee varieties. [more…]

Coffee, derived from the Greek word "Kaweh," means "strength and passion." This article systematically traces the journey of coffee from the shepherd's legend to its global spread, explains in detail the characteristics and origins of the three major species—Arabica, Robusta, and Liberica—surveys classic single-origin coffees such as Blue Mountain, Colombia, and Mocha along with more than thirty flavored coffee recipes, introduces the varietal composition of Yunnan coffee, and provides an in-depth explanation of the entire process of coffee cultivation, primary processing, and roasting techniques, as well as the many health benefits and drinking contraindications of coffee. Whether you are a beginner just starting out or a seasoned enthusiast, you can gain practical knowledge and tasting inspiration from it. [more…]

We know that the grading method of coffee beans usually depends on the actual situation of the growing country, such as being divided according to the size of the coffee beans, like Kenyan coffee; being divided according to the altitude, like Blue Mo [more…]

As the saying goes, a good horse deserves a good saddle, and good tea belongs in a fine jar. As the main vessel for holding coffee, the impact of different cup designs on tasting has gradually drawn people's attention. Some coffee shops even spend lavishly on a set of coffee cups dedicated to serving, in order to create a dual experience for the eyes and the palate. Just like wine, cups [more…]

Yemen was the first country in the world to cultivate coffee on a large scale, and its Mocha coffee once monopolized the European market for nearly two hundred years, earning it the title of "the diamond in Asia's coffee crown." However, in recent years, Yemen's coffee production has continued to decline, quality standards are lacking, the export structure is monolithic, and the industry faces numerous difficulties in its development. This article will take you back through the historical origins of Mocha coffee, analyze the natural and cultural factors behind its unique flavor, and review the current state and future prospects of Yemen's coffee industry. For coffee lovers, understanding Yemeni Mocha is an indispensable lesson in comprehending the world of coffee. Front Street Coffee will also recommend Yemeni Mocha products worth tasting. [more…]

As coffee has entered people's view and gradually become a part of life, the ways of enjoying coffee are no longer limited to the joy brought by pour-over. There are many ways to make coffee; besides the simple pour-over, there are also espresso, cold brew, siphon, and other methods~ Perhaps you often [more…]

Since the beginning of this year, a coffee origin called Alo Village has quickly risen to fame in coffee circles both at home and abroad, with extremely high exposure and discussion. In conversations with multiple roasters and buyers, Front Street Coffee has also clearly felt the continued rise in popularity of this origin. So, what is it about this suddenly "ubiquitous" Al [more…]

As coffee has entered people's lives, it has gradually become a part of everyday life. The enjoyment of coffee is no longer limited to the pleasure brought by pour-over. There are many ways to drink coffee; besides the simple pour-over, espresso-based coffee is everyone's favorite. Perhaps you often hear people say in a coffee shop: "I'll have a [more…]

The Moka Pot, also known as a moka pot, is a brewing device commonly used in Italian households to extract espresso. Placing the moka pot directly on the stove and heating it, it extracts using steam pressure, and this is usually called a stovetop espresso maker. The moka pot has attracted many people because of its beautiful and exquisite appearance, and it can brew [more…]

The Moka Pot, also known as a Moka Pot, is a brewing device often used by Italian families to extract espresso. Placing the Moka Pot directly on a stovetop and heating it, using steam pressure for extraction, is commonly referred to as a direct-fire espresso maker. The Moka Pot has attracted many people due to its beautiful and exquisite appearance, and it can brew [more…]