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Pour-over black coffee drinking method | What is the best temperature for tasting coffee? Is there a big difference in coffee flavor at different temperatures? Can pour-over coffee be reheated after it cools down?
The saying "coffee should be drunk while it's hot" is something people often keep on their lips, and not without reason! Front Street Coffee remembers a coffee friend describing coffee after it had gone cold like this: "After one sip my head hurt so much, that bitter/sour + woody taste lingered in my mouth and wouldn't go away, and it made me withdraw for a long time~" Hot coffee left to cool [more…]
Pour-Over Coffee Tasting | Does Coffee Taste Differ with Different Cup Shapes? Which Cup Shape of Coffee Tasting Cup Should Be Paired for Tasting Different Coffees?
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…]
Cold Brew Coffee | What are the differences between hot-brewed and cold-brewed coffee? Why does iced coffee taste better? Which coffee beans are suitable for cold brew?
For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow our WeChat official account: FrontStreet Coffee. Tea is part of Chinese culture, while coffee has also gradually come into people's view and become one of the three major beverages, becoming an indispensable part of people's lives. As for the love of coffee [more…]
Selection of Coffee Beans for Latte Recommendations | Which Tastes Better, Latte or Mocha? What Are the Differences in Taste, Texture, and Preparation Between Latte and Cappuccino?
At Front Street Coffee, many friends order latte and mocha, two very popular coffees, and the baristas at Front Street Coffee are also very fond of them. But when it comes to the difference between them, many people probably don't know. Front Street tells you: actually [more…]
Americano | Why does the Americano taste noticeably different at different coffee shops? What characteristics should a delicious cup of Americano have?
Starting a refined day for the working crowd often takes just a cup of freshly ground coffee, and an Americano is the top choice for countless office workers. No matter what factors are at play, the Americano is always the "pillar" of any coffee shop, so its taste often directly shapes people's first impression of the place—sometimes even prompting the thought, "They can't even make a decent [more…]
Espresso Beans for Beginners | Is There a Big Difference in Taste Between Espresso and Americano? How to Choose High-Quality, Rich Espresso Beans?
Did you know? Espresso has a rich mouthfeel and intense flavor, often making it hard for people to accept, but once you get used to it, you find it has a unique charm. Moreover, espresso is also a coffee used to test coffee quality and barista skills. Since espresso is loved by so many people, [more…]
Black Coffee | Does black coffee mean Americano? Is there a big difference in taste between Americano and Long Black?
What does Americano taste like? The answer is almost self-evident—the taste of Americano comes from the coffee beans. Americano is simple to make, favoring convenience, speed, and a free, easygoing style. Compared with espresso, Americano has a relatively lighter, more refreshing mouthfeel and can better restore the coffee beans' original flavor. So Americano is basically available at every coffee shop [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…]
Coffee Sensory Tasting | How Can Coffee Novices Learn to Describe Coffee Flavors from Different Angles? How to Properly Develop Coffee Flavor Tasting Skills?
"This coffee has a rich fruity profile, with notes of citrus, lemon, oolong tea, and jasmine!!!" For someone who has just been introduced to specialty coffee, this might sound unbelievable—how can you taste so many flavors in one cup of coffee! (Are they just making it up?) In this installment of Barista Growth Diary, we'll share a little [more…]
Espresso Blends, SOE, and Single-Origin Coffee | What's the Difference Between Espresso and Americano? Can You Add Sugar to Espresso?
Many friends who are new to coffee are often puzzled by a few questions, such as: what is Americano? What's the difference between espresso and Americano? Which one is more authentic and tastes better? Today, Front Street will answer these one by one for everyone. First, let's clarify a few relationships: What is Americano? Using Esp [more…]
Americano Water Temperature Comparison | What Are the Taste and Flavor Characteristics of Americanos at Different Temperatures? How to Make an Americano and How Much Iced Water to Add to Espresso
Whether Americano tastes better hot or iced is just like whether tofu pudding should be savory or sweet—it splits coffee lovers into two camps. At times like this, there are always onlookers who say: it's clearly just espresso mixed with water, so isn't iced and hot the same? Actually, it really isn't! What is Americano? Americano originated during World War II. [more…]
How to Make Americano Black Coffee | Is There a Big Difference in Taste Between Americanos at Different Temperatures? Which Has More Calories, Hot Americano or Iced Americano?
Coffee has become a necessity in everyone's life. Some people use it to stay awake, some to lose weight, and more people drink it out of habit. Coffee contains caffeine, which can indeed help with fat loss, but it shouldn't be used as a weight-loss tool—it's just a beverage. Americano is a type of coffee, without [more…]
Ice Drip Coffee (Dutch Coffee) | Where Does Ice Drip Coffee Come From, How to Brew It, Its Characteristics and Taste, and How It Differs from Cold Brew
For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow: Front Street Coffee (Frontsteet Coffee). There are many ways to brew coffee, and the most common is pour-over coffee, but pour-over coffee requires attention to many small details; and today Front Street wants to introduce to you a relatively simple coffee brewing method. [more…]
Cold Brew Coffee Ratios | How Does Cold Brew Made with Different Coffee-to-Water Ratios Taste Different? What Coffee-to-Water Ratio Is Suitable for Making Cold Brew Coffee?
Cold brew coffee essentially refers to the fact that under low-temperature conditions, small-molecule substances tending toward aroma and acidity are more easily released into cold water, so the coffee tastes light and is mostly characterized by a sweet-and-sour profile. In addition, since it is not limited by equipment or location, cold brew can be said to be a coffee that people can easily access—at home, as long as you have raw [more…]
Americano Calories | Is There a Big Difference in Taste and Mouthfeel Between Iced and Hot Americano? Introduction to Hot and Iced Americano Brewing Methods and Coffee-to-Water Ratio
Coffee has become a daily necessity in everyone's life. Some people use it to stay alert, some use it to lose weight, and even more people drink it simply out of habit. Coffee contains caffeine, which can indeed help with fat loss, but it shouldn't be used as a weight-loss tool—it's just a beverage. Americano is one type of coffee, without hand [more…]
Blended Coffee Bean Recommendations | Which Coffee Beans Are Suitable for Espresso? What Are the Coffee-to-Milk Ratios for Lattes and Flat Whites?
For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow: Front Street Coffee (Frontsteet Coffee). Coffee enthusiasts who have tried a flat white know that flat white is not served iced—if you add ice cubes, it will most likely become a latte, which means that a flat white is more [more…]
Best Value Specialty Espresso Beans Recommendations | What's the Difference in Flavor Characteristics Between SOE Coffee and Blend Coffee? Which Single-Origin Coffee Beans Are Suitable for Espresso?
In the coffee world, when people mention SOE coffee, they are referring to Single Origin Espresso. Spelled out, this English abbreviation is Single Origin Espresso, and its direct counterpart is Espresso Blend, which refers to Italian-style blended beans. SOE is like a [more…]
Coffee Basics | Which coffee should a coffee newbie try first? How do the flavors and mouthfeels of different types of espresso drinks differ?
For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow: Front Street Coffee (Frontsteet Coffee). Some people drink coffee and only taste a "coffee" flavor, while others after just a couple of sips can casually say whether it's a nutty or floral coffee, and can even determine the coffee bean's origin and harvest season, leaving those around them [more…]
Specialty Espresso Beans Recommendation | What's the Difference in Flavor Between Espresso and Americano? Which Espresso Beans Have Rich Crema and Are Good for Latte Art?
Did you know? Espresso has a rich mouthfeel and intense flavor, which often makes it hard for people to accept, but once you get used to it, you actually find it has a unique charm. Moreover, espresso is also a coffee that tests coffee quality and barista skill. Since espresso is loved by so many people [more…]
Cold Brew Ratio Guide | What Is Cold Brew? How to Make Great Cold Brew Coffee? How Does the Taste Differ with Different Water-to-Coffee Ratios?
For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow our WeChat official account: Front Street Coffee (FrontStreet Coffee). Cold brew coffee essentially means that under low-temperature conditions, small-molecule substances that tend toward aroma and acidity are more easily released into cold water, so the coffee tastes light-bodied and tends to express [more…]