Saturday, September 22, 2007

The History And Main Types Of Coffee


The History And Main Types Of Coffee
It's a mainstay in many households the world over with a commodity ranking of number two, just behind oil production. But how did the worldwide coffee craze get started and what exactly is the history of the little bean loved the globe...

Rancilio Silvia Espresso Machine Tips
Using the Rancilio Silvia Espresso machine can be a bit intimidating if you have never used an espresso machine at all or even if you have previously used a machine that controlled a lot of the variables for you. The machine to a large degree assumes you know what you are doing.

Hacking the Starbucks Barista Grinder
My first espresso machine was the Starbucks Barista espresso machine. It uses a pressurized portafilter which allows you to use a coarser espresso grind. For years, I used the Starbucks Barista Grinder with this machine and it worked wonderfully.

The Popularity of Espresso Coffee
Espresso coffee is the result of forcing about one and a half ounces of boiling water through tightly packed rich ground coffee beans.

Consider This When Buying Your Coffee Maker
People can be very passionate about coffee. They can tell how long the beans were roasted with the first sip! Not everyone is so dedicated, but most people do like a decent cup. The explosion in cafe culture has meant that we now kn...