by Darren Oliver
As a region, the Balkans definitely stand out on the coffee map of the world. Here you will find brewing methods that are not as popular in other parts of the world. As someone who enjoys new coffee experiences, I couldn’t help but try Greek coffee when I found myself just in this picturesque country. What is Greek coffee, how to prepare it, and how does it differ from Turkish coffee? Here’s what I learned during my visit to the Mediterranean.
Maybe you’re wondering, did Starbucks and Rolex do a collaboration watch?
The answer is unfortunately, no. The real story behind the name is that different Rolex watch models have various nicknames based on how they look.
This watch is officially the Rolex Submariner Date 126610LV model, which was released in the year 2020. But here’s the deal! You can see that the bezel is a very bright green color that looks almost just like the Starbucks logo color. So it earned the nickname, Starbucks Rolex. (Some people also call it the Kermit Rolex.)
by Lars H
I thought I had heard of most kinds of coffee. But strangely, I had never heard of flash coffee before, also known as flash brewed coffee. Flash coffee is a Japanese pour over coffee method that makes a cold, iced coffee.
It seemed interesting, but also confusing as to how it was different than regular pour over ice coffee. So I did some searching and found a coffee shop in Dallas that makes flash brew pour over coffee and drove their to check it out for myself. I asked the barista some questions about it and even took some photos so you can see for yourself how it works.
by Lars H
Are you into the third wave kind of specialty coffee taste, with lots of sour and citrus notes? If so, you will love Merit Coffee! If you like more mainstream coffee notes like chocolate and nuts, you might not be as fond of the coffee there.
When I visited, I ordered a decaf Americano, a macchiato (the true Italian style that’s a shot of espresso with a spoon of milk foam), and a drip coffee. They are into the “coffee snob” notes and everything has a very sour taste. The drip coffee was described as Honduran with vanilla, rose and anise notes. The Americano had some citrus or fruit notes, but compared to the drip coffee it was more mainstream. Lots of people were buying bags of coffee beans that morning, which I rarely see at other shops.
by Darren Oliver
In one of our previous articles, we wrote about “plujka” coffee, a popular brewing method that was the only brewing method available in Poland during the socialist era, when access to high-quality beans was much more difficult. So how, in just 30 years since the political change in Poland, has it come to a situation where specialty coffee is available almost universally, in every major supermarket, and Polish baristas are very successful internationally? Today we would like to present some arguments for why every coffee lover should pay attention to Eastern Europe when looking at the world map.
QUESTION: On my recent road trip, I had Breve coffee after a Barista recommended I try it. The coffee looks like a latte but tastes so much richer and more satisfying. I have since left the town, so I cannot talk to the Barista again. Can you explain what Breve coffee is and why it tastes so rich?
NIGEL ONG FROM CLEARLY COFFEE ANSWERS: You can consider Breve coffee (or Caffe Breve) as a variation of many coffee-with-milk recipes, such as Latte, Cappuccino, Cortado, and more.
by Darren Oliver
The history of the development of coffee culture in different countries is fascinating. By following history, we can see for ourselves how prevailing material conditions influenced the development of coffee-making methods. But what if conditions make it impossible for people to have access to any brewing method? This is exactly the situation we will look at in this article. So let’s learn together about the history of Polish “plujka” (or, in literal translation “spit-it-out”) coffee.
To understand exactly what “spit-it-out” coffee is, we need to look into the complicated history of Poland. After World War II, Poland became a socialist state. Destruction after the war, an unstable economic situation, and a high susceptibility to crises meant that Poland was not one of the rich countries. Many things that might have been taken for granted in other countries were luxury goods. The same was true of coffee-making devices, which were already experiencing a boom in popularity in the West. In Poland they simply… did not exist!
by Lars Hundley
Perhaps you’ve heard people mispronounce espresso as expresso and rolled your eyes, feeling superior that you know the true pronunciation. But if you take a trip to France, get ready, because it really is EXpresso there, and spelled with an x instead of an s.
In the world of coffee, few drinks are as internationally recognized as the humble espresso. This potent shot of coffee, originating from Italy, has been embraced by cultures worldwide, each adding their own nuances to its preparation and consumption. Interestingly, as the word has been adopted into different languages, variations in spelling have emerged. One such example is in French, where “espresso” is spelled as “expresso.”
by Annette F
Are you looking for a great local / independent speciality coffee shop in the Phoenix area? You’ve come to the right place. We’ve rounded up the best independent and local coffee shops in Phoenix— and there are plenty to choose from. There are some really unique coffee shops all over the city whether you are just looking for a caffeine fix or want to relax with a book or play a board game. We have given you just a bit of information and the address so you can check them out and find your local favorite.
These are primarily local businesses, but some have multiple locations and we included all of those we could find to give you plenty of options and see if there’s one near your location. We didn’t include the big java chains since they are easy to find with any app.
This guide is designed to help you quickly scan through and discover which of these coffee shops might be perfect for a cup of coffee if you are visiting or are a Phoenix native.
by Annette F
Are you looking for a great local / independent speciality coffee shop in New York? You’ve come to the right place. We’ve rounded up the best independent and local coffee shops in New York City across multiple boroughs — and there are plenty to choose from. There are some really unique coffee shops all over the city and we have given you just a bit of information and the address so you can check them out and find your favorite.
These are primarily local businesses, but some have multiple locations and we included all of those we could find to give you plenty of options and see if there’s one near your location. We didn’t include the big chains like Starbucks since they are easy to find with any app.
We think you will find a spot for your caffeine fix, whether you are visiting the area or are a New York resident. This guide is designed to help you quickly scan through and discover which of these Big Apple coffee shops might be perfect for your coffee break.
