Is Coffee Good for Gamers?
As most avid video game players know, time almost always seems to fly by. A mere hour-long session in your head is actually four, five, six hours, and over that in reality. There’s a good chance that you often feel how really draining long sessions can be. Over time, you will find how your energy […]
Why is Coffee called Joe or Java?
There are around a hundred species of coffee in the world and nearly countless styles of coffee drinks. Ranging from a shot (or several shots,) of Expresso, to a cup Americano, Cappuccino, or plain Black. Coffee goes by many names in different places and regions in the world. But a couple of the most universal […]
Does Light Roast Coffee have Less Caffeine?
There are countless ways to make your coffee, french press, percolator, instant, and so on. Just as there are ways to brew it, there are thousands, perhaps even more ways to have it, drink it black, have it iced, mocha, latte, or come up with a unique artisan hybrid drink. But many folks just want […]
Which Type of Espresso Machine Should I Buy?
If you’ve already started your espresso machine search, then you know that there are a ton of espresso machines out there. In fact, there are so many out on the market today that it can be difficult to determine which one is best for your particular espresso wants and needs. The most popular types of […]
Is Robusta Coffee Healthy?
Whether or not you’re a casual coffee lover or a bonafide bean-head, you’ve likely heard a Robusta coffee in one form or another. The Robusta beans make a highly-acidic and notoriously bold and cup of joe. But these bitter beans can have some surprising benefits for your health. So, is Robusta Coffee healthy? Research shows […]
What Espresso Machine does Starbucks Use?
If you’re like most people you won’t be able to start your day without your morning cup. Starbucks, in particular, has cashed into this need with an array of different coffee drinks using state-of-the-art technology to brew great-tasting beverages. Tell me a little bit about Starbucks. Originally founded in 1971 by a few friends, the […]
Can you use Normal Coffee in an Espresso Machine?
To understand whether or not it is wise to put coffee in an espresso machine, we first have to differentiate between coffee and espresso. The two types of highly caffeinated beverages have distinct differences, not only in the way they are made, prepared, and served, but in the way they taste and the ingredients used […]
Best Pressure for an Espresso Machine and Why Does It Matter?
Many of us love enjoying a good cup of espresso in the morning, as a decadent dessert, or just as a special treat to let ourselves know we did a good job today. Luckily to be a coffee enthusiast you don’t have to know all the ins-and-outs of how these espresso machines work, because as […]
Why is Gunpower Green Tea the Best Green Tea?
Green tea is a pretty phenomenal drink – not only is a fairly delicious (whether you are drinking it hot or cold), but there is an increasing amount of research evidence confirming the health benefits that for centuries people have believed are associated with the drink. You may not realize that green tea is a […]
What is an Automatic Espresso Machine?
Have you ever wanted to make your own espressos at home rather than paying a high price at niche coffee shops? Well, now you can! Automatic espresso machines take all the work out of it, and set you up with delicious espresso goodness. While this won’t help your caffeine addiction, it will help get you […]
