Let’s face it; when it comes to brewing espresso, not everyone’s an expert. That’s why I’ve decided to dive deep into the best espresso machine for beginners. These home espresso machines should enable those beginning their coffee journey to conjure up nothing short of liquid gold. Wanna learn more? Join me on this exploration of […] The post Best Espresso Machine for Beginners: Our Top 5 Picks appeared first on Coffeeness ..read more

For some reason, I feel a little averse to the idea of adding even the very best smart coffee maker to my home coffee bar. When it comes to brewing up a hot cuppa in the morning, I love me some tedium. Can’t my coffee routine remain untethered from our increasingly app- and WiFi-centered world? […] The post Best Smart Coffee Maker in 2024: What’s Next, an AI Barista? appeared first on Coffeeness ..read more

When you come across the term “Bourbon coffee beans,” what comes to mind? Some whiskey-infused coffee that packs a punch, perhaps? As much as these beans share a name with the legendary Maker’s Mark and Jim Beam, you’d be wrong, very wrong. As a coffee addict, I love exploring different coffee varieties. The bourbon coffee […] The post Bourbon Coffee Beans: A Taste Worth Savoring appeared first on Coffeeness ..read more

My typical coffee shop order really changes with the seasons. During winter I like a warm cappuccino, but when it’s hot out all I want is a nice, crisp espresso tonic. I know what you’re thinking. Is the tonic trend actually worth the hype? Don’t espresso and black coffee purists abhor this bubbly concoction? My […] The post Espresso Tonic: Who Said Coffee Can’t Be Bubbly? appeared first on Coffeeness ..read more

You may think you already know about Central American coffee. In some ways, all you need to know is that it is grown in Central America. However, coffee in Central America has a rich history and produces diverse flavor profiles. Ideally, I would introduce this subject to you around a cupping table. Alas, we are […] The post Central American Coffee: A Regional Profile appeared first on Coffeeness ..read more

I have a special affinity for South American coffee. In fact, if I’m not brewing a bold, nutty Brazilian, you’ll likely find me drinking a well-balanced, chocolatey Colombian. So, telling you all about these top-tier coffees gives me great pleasure. Read on to discover what makes these South American coffees truly brew-tastic! A Brief History […] The post South American Coffee: A Regional Profile appeared first on Coffeeness ..read more

Even if some lifestyle sites claim otherwise, coffee and sleep are mutually exclusive. This is because the activating alkaloid caffeine occupies the adenosine receptors in the brain, which are actually reserved for the fatigue-inducing hormone adenosine. With this knowledge, the idea of a coffee nap seems absurd. Supposedly, drinking coffee before napping makes the experience […] The post What Is a Coffee Nap? It’s Not as Crazy as It Sounds! appeared first on Coffeeness ..read more

Decaffeinated coffee is pretty much the same as gluten-free bread or vegan food: suddenly everyone is into it because decaffeinated beans are supposedly healthier than their caffeinated cousins. But is decaf coffee bad for you actually? We have discussed several times that caffeine and regular coffee can have health benefits and drawbacks. Most notably, I […] The post Is Decaf Coffee Bad For You? Examining the Evidence appeared first on Coffeeness ..read more

Honestly, the existence of collagen in coffee shouldn’t surprise me. I mean, a society that expects more fitness and power from coffee with protein powder also deserves to be sold coffee with collagen powder as a miracle cure. Jennifer Aniston is considered the queen of collagen coffee. Apparently she drinks a cup of the stuff […] The post Collagen in Coffee: Has the World Gone Mad? appeared first on Coffeeness ..read more

I take the relationship between coffee and climate change very seriously.  As an agricultural product that relies on healthy and stable soils, ecosystems and climates, coffee is no stranger to the perils of climate change. Neither are the communities of coffee growers and producers that rely on coffee and the land for their livelihood. This […] The post Coffee and Climate Change: A Dangerous Pairing appeared first on Coffeeness ..read more