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Coffee drinks explained.... Our two part blog may interest both the professional operator and coffee drinkers alike. We give a rundown of drinks generally found on a menu in any given cafe. Because serving or ordering a coffee should be easy, right? Thanks to being a genuinely global obsession, different countries have adapted drinks to suit their audience. As a result, many things disappear or reappear, named as something new when they're not....and then things that have already been around for decades, evolve into something new while keeping the original name. All the drinks in part one are straight-up coffee, as in, with no milk. Part two is all about milky coffees. #coffee #coffeelovers #coffeetime #cafe #cafeculture #coffeeshop #coffeebreak https://lnkd.in/eAg8FT6j https://lnkd.in/eFWap4w4

Many specialty coffee roasters choose to develop different roast profiles for both espresso and filter. This is largely because espresso is a much more concentrated beverage than filter coffee, and needs to be extracted within a significantly shorter time frame. In today’s article, Tim Kaye-Choi speaks to Kaapo Paavolainen, founder of One Day Coffee, and Ghilyon Welby-Watson, head roaster at Coffee By Tate. ⁠Read our second most popular article of 2023 to find out more!  #PerfectDailyGrind #Espresso

It’s refreshing to see a major coffee publication finally talking about this!!! Years ago I began talking about this and finally seeing this come to light isn’t just validating, it affirms my believe that coffee shops have more power than they know to help control their costs. Keep reading and I’ll explain. As most people who follow me know, I’ve been talking about this for a very long time. Mostly… In the past year. I even mentioned this in my top five trends for 2024. The difficulty here of course is that creating a concentrate that makes sense as an espresso substitute for cold coffee based beverages requires that the concentration be at least close to espresso; around 10 TDS. “Great!“ You might say. “We’ve been doing our own cold brew for many years!” But… If you are using immersion style cold brew, you’re not going to get concentration levels even close to espresso. Because coffee based drinks use espresso shots, you won’t be able to achieve the same kind of drink experience. Keep in mind that the TDS (total dissolved solids) should match the recipe you have been using if you are using a concentrate. Yes, you can take the easy way and purchase these concentrates… And there are a lot out there. But is that the best solution? Believe it or not, it’s not that hard to do it yourself if you have the right equipment and, that equipment is accessible and not nearly as sophisticated or expensive as you think. If you are interested in finding better methods of extraction that will give you higher concentrations that are at least close to espresso strength, get you about 20% yield and produce flavors that will pair well with your menu items, please let me know or share your own experiences in the comments below on how you are tackling this. I would politely ask that you not advertise branded concentrates you are selling. However, if you are purchasing a concentrate and it’s working for you… Would love to hear about that! Also, if you’re going to buy equipment to get high concentrate remember that the company that is behind it matters as well. It’s important to not only get extraction solution that will work but also that the company behind the brand has a deep understanding the coffee industry and experience in the retail sector. No matter who you are, I wish you the best whether you’re selling equipment or buying equipment but it’s absolutely critical for you to do the math because as I have said many, many timed, COGS are The simplest way to understand the foundation of your cost center. Making your own concentrate will help control those costs. And trust me… It’s not as hard as you think. :-)

It makes sense with the rise of cold coffee, RTD, coffee cocktails etc that concentrates are gaining in popularity and improving in quality

Dark Duel: Americano vs. Espresso! Espresso and Americano (also known as Caffè Americano) are two of the most popular drinks in the coffee world. Each of them is a classic with its unique tastes and historical background. However, with so many coffee names around, it can be hard to remember each one. Especially for those new to the coffee world, it can be confusing. That’s why we at bestcoffeeathome(.)com have written this article. After reading this, you won’t mix up espresso and Americano again. In addition, you will learn many things, from how these two delicious coffees are made to their differences. #espresso #americano #bestcoffeeathome https://lnkd.in/e9f_Md2D

Many specialty coffee roasters choose to develop different roast profiles for both espresso and filter. This is largely because espresso is a much more concentrated beverage than filter coffee, and needs to be extracted within a significantly shorter time frame. In line with this, there are many factors that roasters need to consider to best highlight a coffee’s flavours and aromas when extracted as espresso. These considerations ultimately have to be accounted for when roasters source their coffees, but the roasting process itself plays a huge role in influencing sensory profile. To learn more, Tim Kaye-Choi spoke to Kaapo Paavolainen, founder of One Day Coffee Co., and Ghilyon Welby-Watson, head roaster at Coffee By Tate. #PerfectDailyGrind #RoastingForEspresso #RoastingTips #Espresso

More than just your average Espresso Martini 🍸… … A PerkyBlendsmiths Decaf Mocha Espresso Martini! In a partnership spanning six years, Perky Blenders Coffee Roasters and Blendsmiths bring together the best in natural, high-quality ingredients. We are united by love for our planet, our community, and, of course, great-tasting blends that are always sustainably sourced and responsibly produced. Together this Christmas, we have crafted four delicious festive recipes for you to enjoy. Cheers to that! To kick off the festivities, our first Perky Blendsmiths recipe is the Decaf Mocha Espresso Martini! This indulgent combination balances the rich sweetness of dark chocolate with the delicate complexity of coffee to create a luxurious Christmas cocktail. We’ve used Blendsmiths 51% Dark Chocolate Blend combined with Perky Blenders expertly crafted Decaf to make the perfect nightcap with a bold and decadent twist. PerkyBlendsmiths Decaf Mocha Espresso Martini: (Makes 4) What you’ll need: 🍸 80g Blendsmiths Dark 51% Choc Blend 🍸 100ml of espresso (Perky Blenders Decaf) 🍸 100ml coffee liqueur (we used Kahlúa) 🍸 150ml vodka 🍸 A good handful of ice cubes. Get it done: 🍸 Prepare your espresso in whichever method suits you and chill it in the fridge for 15 minutes. 🍸 In a bowl, add 80g of Blendsmiths 51% Dark Chocolate Blend. 🍸 Dissolve your Blendsmiths by gradually pouring your chilled espresso into it, stirring to fully dissolve. 🍸 Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add the Espresso-Choc mix, coffee liqueur and vodka to the shaker and shake together. 🍸 Strain into your chilled martini glasses, and dust with a little Blendsmiths 51% Dark Chocolate powder. ENJOY! Please drink responsibly. #espressomartini #cocktailrecipes #mochamartini

When Food & Wine speaks, we listen! Find our Espresso Martini in their story, "If You Love Espresso Martinis, You'll Want These 4 Bottles and Cans In Your Fridge." Senior Drinks Editor Oset Babür-Winter named our ready-to-sip cocktail the Best Balanced of the bunch. Full article via link below🍸

☕☕ Brewing Better Coffee: Avoiding Common Barista Blunders! Are you a coffee enthusiast or barista looking to up your game? Discover the top coffee blunders and how to steer clear of them for a perfect brew every time. ☕ Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gK6gUtF8 #coffee #specialtycoffee #coffeebusiness

How Much Grounds for 12 Cups of Coffee For 12 cups of coffee, you will need approximately 24 tablespoons of coffee grounds. This equates to roughly 150 grams if using a scale. Crafting the perfect cup of coffee transcends mere beverage preparation; it is an indulgent ritual for many and a necessary start to the day for others. Scouring through the world of coffee-making, one quickly learns the importance of ratios and precision. #coffee #coffeelover https://lnkd.in/gU8awbXJ