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What are the traits of a well made Cappuccino?

How can you check if a Cappuccino coffee was prepared correctly? What specific traits will a properly prepared Cappuccino display that poorly made Cappuccino's will not? I've heard that when you it stands still upside down (with perfectly steamed…
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Does hydration level change the effect of caffeine?

Apologies if this question does not belong here, it may be suit for the chemistry site, but it pertains to the consumption of coffee directly -> so here it is. Does your prior level of hydration have any affect at all on how much of a "buzz" the…
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What is the history of coffee?

I'm a coffee addict and curious about coffee. My question is as follows: The word coffee comes from? When was coffee discovered? Who have discovered the coffee? Who are the figures and from which countries the coffee is brought to the Asian…
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Pannarello wand on Delonghi Dedica EC685 for latte art

I've read online that removing the sleeve of the pannarello wand and just using the inner rubber as a wand can create better micro foam, I was excited to try as I couldn't get my EC685 wand to produce nice foam for latte art. I've read that you need…
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What is the clear plastic sticker on New England Coffee bags for?

I got a couple bags of New England Coffee and noticed there is a clear plastic sticker with 9 holes in it on the front of each bag. It seems like there are also small holes in the bag underneath that correspond to the holes in the sticker, but they…
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Running an empty grinder

To always have fresh coffee I put in the grinder only the amount I want to drink at that moment. Then I just grind until no more coffee comes out - but that causes the grinder to run empty for a few seconds every time. Can it cause harm to the…
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How to tell if coffee beans are burnt?

I bought a bag of whole bean "Medium Dark" coffee from a café which recently started roasting its own beans. To my taste it is awful, however am unsure if the coffee is burnt or just not to my taste. I am considering returning the beans. What ways…
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How much coffee grounds do I use for a large percolator?

For the 10th year in a row, I have charged myself with the duty of brewing coffee for parish's Fall Festival. Usually, I am provided with a giant tub of Folgers and told I might want to rinse out. They also give me a little card that says how many…
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Is there any process after roasting coffee?

We use coffee beans after roasting. Can we use it directly after roasting? Is there any further processes after roasting the coffee beans before being used for consumption?
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Amount of money I should spend on a Grinder

I currently have a Chemex, a Aeropress and a bialetti espresso Machine(electric espresso machine, bad quality). I use mostly the aeropress and the Chemex. My grinder is a Hario manual grinder. I want to get an electric one. How much should I spend,…
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D.I.Y. Pour Over Coffee Maker

I have a friend that wants to try a pour over coffee but she doesn't know if she wants to invest in another coffee maker. question: Do you think you could just use your standard drip coffee maker to hold your grounds and use a kettle to pour water…
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Can you use sparkling water to brew coffee?

Has anyone ever tried it yet? What flavor/mouthfeel/extraction benefits are there, if any?
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Water temperature for Aeropress: inverted vs tradional

I was wondering why the aeropress directions call for water that is between 165~175 °F (73~79 °C)? I always though that water should be between 195~205 °F (90~96 °C). Also, I've read a few things and watched some videos that make me think if you are…
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What causes the stains around the cup when coffee is prepared with cafetiere (French press)?

When I use my French press (cafetiere) coffee maker, there's these strange marks left around the top of the coffee cup (see picture). Am I doing something wrong, maybe blending incorrectly? Using the wrong coffee type maybe?
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How to avoid coffee grounds in my cup with a Bialetti?

When I make coffee with my Bialetti, there is a bit of coffee grounds in my cup. Is the coffee too thin ? On the package is written that it is fine for the Bialetti machine.
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