As a globally popular beverage, coffee packaging must not only prevent the escape of aroma and moisture absorption, but also address oxidation, odor adsorption, and quality deterioration caused by high temperatures. This article focuses on the packaging needs of regular coffee and instant coffee, systematically outlining key technical requirements such as oxidation prevention, moisture resistance, gas barrier properties, and high-temperature protection, and introduces current mainstream vacuum packaging and gas-flushing packaging processes. In terms of material selection, bags, bag-in-box, metal cans, and glass jars each have corresponding composite structure solutions, while instant coffee mostly uses paper/aluminum foil/polyethylene flexible packaging. The article concludes with a summary of common packaging forms such as bags, cans, and boxes, suitable for reference by coffee enthusiasts and industry professionals. [more…]

Until recent years, all coffee beans were packaged in burlap sacks and transported in shipping containers, only reaching roasters several months after the beans had been processed. If roasters and importers occasionally wanted to cup coffee beans from the place of origin, or taste a "pre-shipment sample," what they received instead would be stored [more…]

The appearance of the siphon coffee maker is just like the scientific instruments of scientists from hundreds of years ago seen in history books, with a classical aura. In fact, the siphon coffee maker really has a history of about 200 years. Who designed and invented siphon coffee? The basic principle of the siphon coffee maker is to use the phenomenon of vacuum siphon. [more…]

Every espresso machine and espresso grinder performs differently, and different coffee beans also have different states. It is not a hundred percent guaranteed that you can extract a delicious espresso under such data. Through extremely fine grinding, and in a 9-10 bar vacuum environment, let 94-degree water quickly pass through the coffee grounds. [more…]

For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow: Front Street Coffee (Frontsteet Coffee). Front Street recently noticed that a small number of coffee-loving friends have left their coffee beans unopened for two months, believing that as long as the package is unopened, the coffee beans will not spoil. In fact, it really does not affect the coffee's [more…]

Front Street recently noticed that some coffee-loving friends have stored their coffee beans unopened for two months, believing that as long as the bag is unopened, the beans won't go bad. In fact, it's true they won't spoil, but this will affect the flavor of the coffee beans. So in this next article, Front Street will explain a bit about cof [more…]

Introduction: How long do coffee beans stay fresh? What is the best way to store coffee beans? Should coffee beans be kept in the refrigerator? The freshness of coffee beans directly affects the flavor of a cup of coffee, and proper storage is a key factor influencing their freshness. Front Street Coffee would like to emphasize that there are mainly two ways to store coffee beans. [more…]

Each espresso extraction has different restrictions on the amount of coffee used depending on the size of the portafilter basket. Front Street Coffee, when making a single shot of espresso (1 shot), uses 10-11g of coffee grounds to extract 20-25g of espresso liquid. [more…]

虹吸壶又叫赛风壶，是一种历史悠久却始终活跃在咖啡舞台上的冲煮器具。它利用气体压强变化完成热水上行与咖啡液回流，属于浸泡式萃取，能更完整地呈现风味的层次与醇厚感。本文将从虹吸壶的起源与工作原理谈起，逐步拆解冲煮过程中的火力、水温、研磨、搅拌等关键环节，并以中深烘焙的前街牙买加蓝山一号为例，给出粉水比1:14、水温约88°C、萃取约60秒的具体操作方案，帮助咖啡爱好者在家也能稳定复刻一杯醇厚均衡、回甘持久的虹吸咖啡。 [more…]

There are hundreds of coffee brewing devices on the market, yet there is actually no definitive answer as to which coffee device brews the best-tasting coffee, because everyone's taste preferences differ. Even with the same coffee beans, using the same coffee device and the same brewing time, the acidity, bitterness, sweetness, body, strength, and lightness that each person perceives are [more…]

Many people's first real encounter with coffee making actually starts with a moka pot, because it is not only attractive and convenient, but also affordable and very easy to operate, making it especially approachable for beginners. But Front Street Coffee has also noticed that some young people [more…]

For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow our WeChat official account: FrontStreet Coffee. As an indispensable part of Italian life, every espresso tells a story of region, culture, and the rapid social development it has driven. At the very beginning, [more…]

For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow our WeChat official account: Front Street Coffee (FrontStreet Coffee). As an indispensable part of Italians' daily lives, every espresso tells a story of region, culture, and the history that drove rapid social development. The earliest [more…]

"Front Street Coffee recently noticed a topic in our chat group." How do you all store your coffee beans after buying them? In the fridge! I've seen many coffee experts keep their beans in the fridge. But won't the beans get damp in the fridge? The fridge is dry! (So Front Street Coffee interviewed various coffee beans 🎤) [more…]

Many people think that freshly ground coffee means fresh coffee, but that's not actually the case. In fact, to truly enjoy the aroma of coffee, it's not just about grinding fresh—there are also certain requirements for the roasting time of the coffee beans. Front Street Coffee, whether in-store or on its online Taobao shop, provides freshly roasted coffee beans, unless the customer specifically requests grinding. [more…]

For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow: Front Street Coffee (Frontsteet Coffee). Espresso is a highly concentrated coffee liquid extracted by an espresso machine under 9 bar pressure, and is one of the coffee categories. Espresso is a type of [more…]

In a fast-paced life, instant coffee has regained the attention of coffee lovers thanks to its convenience and continuously improving quality. This article reviews ten instant coffee brands, including Nescafé, Maxwell House, Moccona, Colombian, G7, UCC, Klaes, Old Ipoh White Coffee, Ming Coffee, and Damnini, introducing each one by one from historical origins and raw material sources to flavor characteristics, helping readers build a basic understanding of instant coffee. At the same time, for the highly popular domestic freeze-dried instant coffee brands Saturnbird and Yongpu, the article also provides an objective description based on their product characteristics. Whether you are seeking a rich, mellow taste or a daily pick-me-up, this collection can provide valuable reference. What is shared is not only the flavor of coffee, but also a relaxed and pleasant drinking experience. [more…]

To brew a great cup of coffee, good beans alone are far from enough—storage method, grind size, water temperature, and brewing technique all directly affect the flavor of the final cup. This article explores seven key details in coffee making, from the temperature threshold for avoiding bitterness, to the golden ratio of coffee to water, to the flavor tipping point of holding time, offering practical advice for each. Whether you prefer drip equipment or other brewing methods, these principles will help you avoid common pitfalls and consistently reproduce a clean, balanced, and fresh cup of coffee. [more…]

While domestic coffee brands are still in a leaderless situation, imported coffee beans still occupy the vast majority of the market. But faced with numerous coffee brands, which one to choose has become a troubling matter for everyone. This article does not discuss coffee bean varieties, nor instant coffee, but only seeks to understand the most common excellent coffee beans in China, [more…]

To make drip bag coffee, Front Street Coffee grinds freshly roasted coffee beans into suitable particles and seals them in a non-woven filter bag. It is a portable pour-over coffee product, essentially a simplified version of hand-brewed coffee. As long as you have hot water and a cup, you can enjoy the taste of hand-brewed single-origin coffee anytime. [more…]