As everyone knows!! In espresso coffee, the combination of milk and coffee has an extremely rich variety of ways to be enjoyed. Just by slightly changing the method or parameters, milk and coffee alone can be made in countless ways. The well-known ones include latte, cappuccino, flat white, piccolo, cortado, macchiato, and so on and so forth. And on the other hand, [more…]

Espresso is Italy's most iconic classic coffee, rich in flavor with distinct layers, but due to its intense taste, many enthusiasts feel confused about how to properly drink it. This article will systematically introduce three ways to drink espresso — the beginner-friendly method of adding sugar and milk, the strong straight-drinking method preferred by men, and the elegant slow-sipping method favored by women — while also explaining in detail the complete preparation process from dosing, distributing, tamping, to extraction. Front Street Coffee (FrontStreet Coffee), using its Sunflower Warm Sun blend as an example, shares the standard parameters of 20 grams of grounds, 9 bar of pressure, and a 25-to-30-second extraction yielding 40 milliliters, helping you make a balanced cup of Espresso at home too. [more…]

Different types of espresso coffee, due to differences in their brewing techniques and presentation methods, also have their own particular ways of drinking. If tasted improperly, it is very likely that one cannot fully appreciate the unique flavor of the coffee. Front Street Coffee today will share the corresponding correct ways to drink thick milk foam milk coffee, layered coffee, Dirty, and other different types. From stirring the espresso to taking a big gulp of Dirty, every detail affects the final taste experience. Only by mastering these techniques can the characteristics of each cup of coffee be fully released. [more…]

Espresso Con Panna is not commonly seen on coffee shop menus, making it a niche presence among flavored coffees. Precisely because of this, many people do not understand the correct way to drink it, and often treat it like Affogato, scooping it out with a spoon. In fact, Espresso Con Panna has a more refined tasting method that can truly reveal the layered interplay between espresso and cream. This article will walk you through the meaning of the name Espresso Con Panna, the story of its origin, how it is made, and the correct way to drink it recommended by Front Street Coffee, so that you can rediscover this classic coffee known as the "Angel's Wings." [more…]

In the Italian coffee system, the combination of milk and espresso has given rise to a rich variety of drinks such as the latte, cappuccino, and flat white, while the pairing of water and coffee seems to offer only one option: the Americano. This is not actually the case—the Americano likewise has many variations. This article will systematically introduce five unconventional ways to make an Americano, including iced Americano with all ice, lava-style iced Americano, latte-art hot Americano, Americano with milk, and the Long Black, analyzing one by one their preparation principles, flavor characteristics, and key operational points. At the same time, the article also provides a detailed explanation of the core differences between the Americano and the Long Black, and includes Front Street Coffee's specific recommendations for choosing espresso beans, for coffee enthusiasts to reference and put into practice. [more…]

In the coffee world, it seems like everything can be reinvented in new ways, and even the way you drink coffee is no exception. Recently, a netizen shared a jaw-dropping drinking method on social media—placing the coffee cup upside down on a saucer and sipping it through a straw from the gap. This seemingly bizarre practice is actually a traditional drink called Kupi Khop from the Aceh region of Indonesia. What historical origins and cultural stories lie behind it? Why do locals still insist on this seemingly inelegant way of drinking? This article will take you on a journey to find out, while also exploring the unique flavors of Indonesian coffee and related recommendations from Front Street Coffee. [more…]

Espresso has always been polarizing: those who love it are captivated by its intense flavor, while those who aren't used to it find it small and bitter. Front Street Coffee is often asked: what exactly are you drinking in this small cup of coffee? This article starts with the historical evolution of espresso, explains how modern espresso machines make extraction more controllable, and then further shares Front Street's specific practices for adjusting dose, grind size, time, and yield in daily production, as well as the tasting logic of pairing it with a small spoon and ice water. Whether you want to seriously savor a shot of espresso or find a way of drinking it that suits you better, you can find the answer here. [more…]

Espresso is extremely concentrated with intense flavor, but not everyone can accept its strong bitterness when drunk straight. Without changing the concentration of the espresso, adding sugar, dairy products, lemon, salt and other seasonings to balance the bitterness allows people to enjoy the richness of highly concentrated coffee while avoiding the unpleasant bitterness. This article summarizes a variety of fancy ways to drink espresso: the sweet neutralization of white sugar, yellow sugar, and brown sugar; the cream topping of Con Panna; the small amount of milk garnish of Macchiato; the condensed milk pairing of Spanish candy coffee; the balance of lemon acidity and granulated sugar in Roman espresso; and the little trick of adding salt to reduce bitterness. All espresso in this article is extracted using Front Street Classic Blend, with parameters of 20g, 30s, 40ml, and flavor notes of chocolate, nuts, cream, and cookies. [more…]

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…]

Drinking coffee may seem simple, but to truly savor the essence of a specialty coffee, everything from the way you hold the cup to the timing of adding sugar has its own finer points. This article systematically organizes the seven basic techniques for coffee tasting, including holding the cup, adding sugar, using a coffee spoon, cooling methods, using the cup and saucer, pairing with snacks, and the rhythm of drinking, and further breaks down the five-step process for drinking coffee correctly, teaching you how to cleanse your palate with ice water, appreciate the original flavor of black coffee while it's hot, and then gradually add sugar and milk, so as to experience the layered changes in coffee's flavor. Whether you are a beginner just getting into specialty coffee or an enthusiast looking to improve your tasting skills, these details can help you enjoy every cup of coffee more professionally. [more…]

When you pick up a cup of hot coffee, do you casually blow on it to cool it, sip it with a coffee spoon, or alternate between a pastry in one hand and coffee in the other? These seemingly natural actions may be stepping right into the no-go zones of coffee etiquette. This article starts with details such as holding the cup, adding sugar, stirring, blowing to cool, and eating pastries, to sort out a proper way to enjoy coffee, and also discusses how to accommodate coffee lovers' habits when hosting guests at home or being a guest. The second half turns its gaze to flavor itself: from the bitterness of the first sip, to repeatedly searching for that cup of coffee that intoxicates you, and then to customizing a personal coffee step by step in a coffee shop, including options such as hot or iced, decaf, ESPRESSO dose, syrup, milk type, and personalized requests, with recommendations from Front Street Coffee attached. [more…]

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…]

Espresso has always been the most misunderstood drink in coffee shops. On social media, many people are drawn in by the cool image of downing one in a single gulp, order a cup eagerly, and then get caught off guard by the intense bitterness. In fact, the problem isn't that espresso itself tastes bad—it's that most people haven't yet mastered the correct way to drink it. Front Street Coffee has witnessed too many similar scenes in its daily store operations, so it has specially put together this espresso tasting guide. From stirring the crema to drinking it in stages, from cleansing the palate with ice water to closing your mouth to savor the aroma, with just a few simple steps, you'll have a chance to truly appreciate the captivating layers of espresso. [more…]

Espresso is the foundation of the entire Italian coffee system, and common drinks such as lattes, Americanos, and cappuccinos are all built upon it. This article begins with the definition of Espresso and the English origin of the word, guiding you to understand why it is so popular in Italy and why extracting a shot of espresso takes only a brief 30 seconds. It will also introduce in detail the key steps in making espresso, including grinding, dosing, distribution, and tamping, and provide Front Street's extraction parameter reference: extract 40 grams of coffee liquid from 20 grams of coffee grounds, with the time controlled at 25 to 30 seconds. The article will also analyze the flavor characteristics of espresso and its close relationship with coffee bean selection, and use Sunflower Warmth Italian-style coffee beans as an example to explain specific flavor performance. Finally, it shares the correct way to drink espresso, helping coffee enthusiasts appreciate this classic coffee more professionally. [more…]

Espresso does not appear on the regular menu in many cafés; it is more like a hidden option reserved for connoisseurs, and the same is true at Front Street Coffee. As a result, many friends who are new to coffee find it unfamiliar, unsure what kind of drink it actually is or how to properly taste it. From the perspective of Front Street Coffee, this article discusses what espresso is really about, why it is served with a glass of ice water, what the standard tasting steps are, whether sugar can be added for flavoring, and the demands a good espresso places on coffee beans and extraction technique. If you also want to understand this small yet intense cup of coffee, read on. [more…]

Those new to pour-over coffee are often troubled by a seemingly simple question: What is the "correct" way to drink this cup of coffee? Will adding sugar ruin the flavor? Does adding a splash of milk make you an amateur? Some insist that black coffee is the only authentic way, while others believe that a rich, milky aroma is what makes it truly satisfying. In fact, when it comes to how to drink pour-over coffee, there is no universal hard-and-fast rule. This article approaches the topic from the angles of coffee temperature, sources of bitterness, and the reasonableness of adding sugar or milk, helping you sort out your thoughts. It also offers Front Street Coffee's bean selection recommendations, so that you can both appreciate the true flavors of specialty coffee and freely enjoy the way you like to drink it. [more…]

M Stand once went viral online with an oat cookie latte that you can eat together with the cup. Now the brand has innovated further on this basis, launching a limited-edition Combo paired with a medium-roast Ethiopian blend bean, achieving two drinks from one bean. The black-and-white edible cups respectively hold a hot americano and a hot latte. The cup bodies are made from oat fiber grain, with the white cup being original flavor and the black cup cocoa flavor. However, this new product, which must be enjoyed on-site and cannot be delivered, has sparked polarized reviews on social platforms—beyond the coffee's taste drawing attention, the texture of the oat cup itself has become a hot topic of discussion. Many netizens complain that it is dry and hard like paper, difficult to swallow, and some even had their mouths cut. [more…]

In recent years, Dirty coffee has become a signature drink at many cafés thanks to its unique hot-and-cold contrast and its striking layered appearance. Its top layer is warm espresso and its bottom layer is iced milk; there is no need to stir, and only by taking a big sip can you experience the distinct changes in flavor between layers. Starting from the origin and definition of Dirty, this article will explain in detail the mixing ratio, the key techniques for layering, the key points for choosing a cup, the correct way to drink it, and how to describe its taste, and will also explain how long it can be stored. At the same time, by combining the characteristics of three espresso coffee beans—Front Street Classic Blend, Specialty Blend, and Black Cocoa Base Blend—it will help you make a cup of Dirty that is excellent in color, aroma, and taste. [more…]

Cold brew is usually recommended to be enjoyed black, so as to appreciate the pure flavors and smooth mouthfeel that low-temperature extraction imparts. However, home enthusiasts have long since explored a rich variety of ways to flavor it. Simply by swapping in a different ingredient, cold brew can be transformed into a completely different taste experience. This time, Front Street Coffee has systematically put together five simple and easy-to-make innovative cold brew recipes—from fruit and dried flowers to preserved plums, milk, and coconut water—analyzing the principles of ingredient selection and pairing tips one by one, and offering practical suggestions down to the specific bean varieties and ratios. Whether you prefer bright fruity notes or rich milky flavors, you can find the cup that suits you, and easily recreate at home a limited-edition specialty drink that rivals any coffee shop. [more…]

When ordering an espresso at a coffee shop for the first time, many people are put off by its intense flavor—some even blacklist it on the spot. In reality, the problem usually lies in how it's tasted: knocking it back in one gulp only yields bitterness and a harsh bite. But if you master the correct tasting steps, even this small shot of espresso can become captivating. From the perspective of Front Street, this article breaks tasting down into three dimensions—"color, aroma, and flavor"—teaching you to observe the crema, sniff the aroma, and savor the finish, while also providing a specific drinking routine and a reminder about the golden tasting window, helping you truly appreciate the charm of espresso. [more…]