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Mar 17, 2024

Coffee Reviews in plain English

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Reviews of coffees sent to us by coffee roasters and producers from around the world. Always written in plain, non-technical English.

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Mar 17, 2024

Review of Jamaica Blue Mountain whole bean coffee from Hayman Coffee

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This is our review of an excellent whole bean Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee from Hayman Coffee in London.

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Mar 15, 2024

Our review of the VSSL JAVA Coffee Grinder

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The VSSL JAVA is the perfect hand coffee grinder for coffee lovers who also enjoy the great outdoors.

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Mar 09, 2024

Review of the Maestri House MMF-9201 Electric Milk Frother

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The Maestri House MMF-9201 Electric Milk Frother is a compact unit that will fit any counter space, with foam settings for a variety of coffee drinks.

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Feb 10, 2024

Gourmet Specialty Coffee – What You Need to Know

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If you want to buy a gourmet specialty coffee that suits your personal taste, you’ll need a few facts to help you choose.

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Feb 10, 2024

Whatever Happened to My Favorite Coffee Brand?

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Have you noticed how some coffee brands aren’t nearly as good as they used to be? Let’s explore some reasons why…

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Nov 19, 2023

Our review of the Wirsh Home Barista Plus espresso machine

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The Wirsh Home Barista Plus espresso machine is perfect for anyone who wants to make coffee-shop quality espresso at home… but has limited counter space.

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Oct 20, 2023

What's the environmental impact of using K-Cups for making coffee?

QUESTION: Hi, I use a Keurig brewer and I use it all the time. I used to have a regular drip brewer, but it just felt like a hassle. K-Cups are super-convenient.

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Oct 18, 2023

What are the top reasons for making coffee with a French press?

QUESTION: Hi, My girlfriend and I are looking to get a new coffee maker. Not single-serve, thanks. We have looked at a few high-end drip brewers. But…

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Aug 28, 2023

Coffee Review: Kotowa Family Reserve Coffee Blend

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Kotowa Family Reserve is a wonderful coffee, combining both light floral notes and a deep, rich cocoa and stone fruit aftertaste.

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