You might've heard of pour over coffee and drip coffee, and wondered what the difference is between them. I know I have, and for a long time I couldn't understand why people keep insisting pour over is better. So here we are, ready to compare drip filter coffee with pour over, and you can judge by yourself which would be best for you. 1. Drip coffee is automated and convenient, pour over is manual One of the things I love about drip filter coffee is that it's automated. Now, some might hate it for exactly this reason. Machine, ...
Permanent VS Paper Coffee Filters - Which Is Better, And Why
Trying to figure out if you should keep the filter your coffee machine came with ? I know the feeling, I stared at mine for a full 2 minutes before deciding what to do with it. There's always this debate of paper coffee filters vs permanent filters. And both have their pros and cons, which makes things even harder for someone trying to choose what to do. So let's give them a side by side comparison, so you can pick your winner. 1. Paper filters trap coffee oils in them, prevent high cholesterol The nice thing about having a filter is ...
Are Tannins Good Or Bad For You ? Figuring Out If Tea Is Safe
Are you worried about the tannins in your tea ? People have mixed feelings about tannins, and as such there's much confusion, especially when you realize your favorite tea has plenty of them. But are tannins really bad for you ? Are they even any good ? Let's take a look. Are tannins in tea good or bad ? Tannins are neither good or bad for the human body. Taken in moderation, they can help the body stay in good health, and may prevent some diseases. This is because tannins are a sort of antioxidant, being the oxidized cathecins normally ...
How To Make Coffee Without A Filter - 3 Brewing Ideas
You're planning on making coffee, but you have no filters ? Or you just don't like filtered coffee ? I'll help you out in both cases, and give you ideas on how to make coffee without a filter. And what to expect form such a coffee, since it's going to be different from what you're probably used to. 1. Make Turkish coffee This is the first idea that came to mind. It's the coffee I drank every day up until 2018, in college and after graduating, because at the time it was the most convenient way to make coffee. Some could argue it's one of ...
5 Resourceful Ideas To Try Instead Of Coffee Filters
So you're about to make coffee, everyone's waiting for their cup, arranged in the living room and laughing. But you've got no coffee filters to speak of. Wat do ? No worries, I'll help you MacGyver a coffee filter that's actually going to work, and not fall apart when you take it out. 1. Stocking, double lined or high den This is going to be easy if you've got any sort of party or elegant clothes items around the house. I mean, if you've ever went to at least one wedding/anniversary/birthday/bridal shower/anything, then you've probably ...
Does Filter Coffee Taste Better ? Finding The Right Coffee For You
When looking for a great brewing method, you'll also want to know how good your coffee will end up. But does filter coffee taste better ? Better than all the rest ? Many people swear by it, and it's one of the most popular ways of brewing coffee. So does filter coffee taste better ? It depends on what you're comparing filter coffee with. But as a whole, I would say filter coffee does taste better than almost all other coffees, except French press. Filter coffee allows the coffee bean to release everything it has, and provide a very ...
Can Robusta Coffee Taste Good ? In Defense Of The Hardy Bean
You've heard of robusta, and probably not very pleasant things. Does robusta taste good ? Opinions are mixed on the matter, mostly because robusta is both useful, and also appealing to others. Personally I like a coffee blend with robusta, since I feel it rounds up the taste. But what about pure robusta, the 100% robusta and nothing else ? Let's see. So can robusta coffee taste good ? Some robusta coffee can taste good. That's mostly gourmet coffee, grown on estates where everything is very carefully controlled so the coffee ends up just ...
Is Peppermint Tea Good For Nausea ? Here's A Tea You'll Love
Are you suffering from nausea, or is your stomach upset ? Then peppermint tea might be what you're looking for. Just how much does peppermint tea help with nausea ? You've probably heard of its calming properties from old wives tales, but are they true ? Let's find out. So is peppermint tea good for nausea ? Most accounts agree that peppermint tea does help with nausea. It's a calming sort of tea, and it relaxes the stomach muscle, which where the nauseating feeling comes from. As with anything that's supposed to help in one way or ...
Does White Tea Have Tannins ? Looking At The Most Delicate Tea
Are you looking at the tannin content in tea ? It's wise to know what you're drinking and eating, so wondering about whether white tea has tannins or not is a valid question. Let's see if there are any, and how that matters. So does white tea have tannins ? White tea has the lowest tannin count. This is a tea that is minimally processed, so it will have a very low tannin level. By comparison black tea has the highest tannin count, with green tea next and white tea last. Any sort of roasting or firing of the tea buds and leaves will ...
How Much Water For A Teabag ? Here's How To Make A Nice Cuppa
You want to make tea, but you're not sure how much water to add to your teabag ? That's alright, I'll guide you through this since not all teas are alike. So how much water should you use for one teabag ? Usually you need to use about 200 ml/6.7 oz of water for one teabag. The less water you use, the stronger the tea will taste. But this can also lead to harsh tones in your tea, which should be avoided. In most cases, the manufacturer will provide directions on the tea box as to how much water to use, and how long to let the teabag ...
Can You Microwave Paper Coffee Cups ? Here's What You Should Know
So you're out and about and your cup of coffee has gone cold. You wonder if you could reheat it. But can you microwave paper cups ? Don't they have that warning on them saying not to place into the microwave ? Let's see if you really can or can't reheat them. So can you microwave paper coffee cups ? No, you should not microwave paper coffee cups. This is because of the way paper cups are made. The wax and plastic lining inside paper cups can melt and warp and seep into the beverage if you expose to sudden high heat. A microwave does not ...
How To Make Coffee In A Pot ? Making The Best Out Of It
Are you suddenly without a coffee maker ? No worries, if you have just one clean pot in the house, you're ready to go. I'll help you make coffee in a pot, and you might discover you even like this version better. Onto the coffee ! So how do you make coffee in a pot ? Making coffee in a pot is very much like making Turkish coffee, or French press coffee. It depends on how you like your coffee. You add the coffee grounds to the pre-heated water, and once the coffee's steeped you simply strain or filter it into coffee cups. Coffee grounds ...
12 Green Tea Health Benefits (Backed By Science)
You've heard of green tea and how great it is for health, and all of its supposed benefits. But are they true ? Does green tea really have all these health benefits ? It turns out science has does its part, and researchers have studied green tea extensively. There's still more to research, but we have some great results so far. 1. Green tea contains caffeine, which gives an energy boost Caffeine is the compound normally found in coffee, which boosts energy and improves alertness. The way caffeine works is by blocking Adenosine from ...
5 Easy Ways To Make Green Tea Taste Better (A Guide To Flavoring)
When brewing green tea, you might struggle with its taste. Sometimes, you'll just want to make green tea taste better. I'm right there with you. Pure green tea is too harsh for me, so I always look for ways to tone it down, and add different flavors. So I'll help you make your cup of tea taste better, and also go over the prerequisites to making a decent cup of green tea in the first place. How to flavor your green tea so it tastes better Green tea is famous for turning bitter if you look at it wrong. It's honestly one of the most ...
Which Tea Has The Most Caffeine ? (All Tea Types)
Concerned about the caffeine level in your cup of tea ? Or are you trying to find a good morning tea, and would like to know which has the most caffeine ? Whichever way you're curious, knowing the general levels of caffeine in each tea type is going to help you in the long run. Be warned though, measuring caffeine in a brewed tea can be misleading, for a number of factors. I'll get into that as well. So which tea type has the most caffeine ? Generally, the tea that steeps the longest will release the most caffeine. In terms of steeping ...
6 Best Morning Teas - Switching Up Your Coffee With Tea
Are your trying to switch your morning coffee with tea ? That's often a good idea, when we're going overboard with the caffeine. You'd need some really good morning tea, then. Luckily, there are some really good alternatives to your coffee, which will both wake you up and keep you focused, without the jitters. 1. Matcha powder for the supreme energy boost Matcha powder is the Batman of green teas. It uses the same leaves as a green tea, but they're processed differently. These are the best green tea leaves, grown in the shade so their ...
Does Rooibos Have Caffeine ? What This Means For You
Rooibos tea is a famous South African tea, and it's got a fair amount of fans around the world. You might be wondering what's so special about it, and whether it has any caffeine to begin with. Well, here I am to help you out with this. Rooibos tea is a great alternative for many tea drinkers out there, and for you this can mean a new favorite drink. Does rooibos tea have caffeine ? No, rooibos tea has no caffeine at all. Rooibos tea (or red tea in the West) is not made of the Camellia sinensis plant, which naturally contains caffeine. ...
How Long Should Tea Steep ? (Green, Black, All Tea Types)
Are your trying to brew you perfect cup of tea ? Then you'll want to know how long to steep your tea, be it black, green, white, herbal, or any other tea type out there. I'll help you figure out times and water temps, so you can always get a great cup of tea. How long should green tea steep ? Green tea is one of the most finicky tea out there. Get it right, and it's a delicate, fresh tea. Get it wrong and you'll want to throw it all out, immediately. The right amount of time to steep green tea is between 2 and 3 minutes, at a water ...
Adding Honey To Green Tea - Benefits, And How To
When looking to make your tea more palatable, you'll probably reach for the honey or sugar. But can we add honey to green tea ? And if we can, what are some of the benefits of doing so ? Let's see if we can, and how to add it as well. So can you add honey to green tea ? Yes, you can add honey to green tea. It will boost many of the green tea's medicinal properties, and give the brew a much more pleasant taste. However you must add honey to green tea in a very specific way, in order to keep its health-improving ...
Which Teas Go With Milk ? 3 Tea Types Great With Milk
If you're looking to tone down your tea, you might want to know which teas take milk in the first place. Some are going to be a great fit, and some are going to be a bit off for some people. And then some teas have no business mixing with milk, which we all need to be aware of. So let's start with the teas that do take milk, and then briefly go through the ones you should never add milk to. So which teas go with milk ? Bold, malty flavors go very well with milk. This means black teas, almost all of them, so very well with a dash of ...
Does Tea Make You Sleepy ? About Tea Types And Drowsiness
Have you ever had a cup of tea and felt all warm and fuzzy all over ? Then you started getting sleepy from the tea ? Was it the tea, though ? Can tea make you sleepy ? You've probably heard advice from kindly grandmas, to drink a nice cup of tea before bed to sleep better. But does it work ? Let's find out. So does tea make you sleepy ? Yes, tea can make you sleepy. I am talking about tea in general here, be it a true tea or a herbal tea. Even if your tea contains caffeine, the warmth from the infusion will make you relax and feel like ...
15 Gifts For Tea Lovers (That They'll Actually Use And Like)
Looking for the perfect gift for your tea loving friend ? No worries, I've got you covered. The great thing is that there are so many tea-related items that you're bound to find something your friend will love. I've compiled a lost of gift ideas you can get inspired from, and I hope you'll find something useful here. Onto the gifts, then ! Actual tea for your tea-loving friend What's the first thing you'd think to give someone who loves tea ? Tea, of course ! If you know your friend's preferences you and use those as guidelines and find ...
19 Gifts For Coffee Lovers (That They'll Actually Use And Like)
When looking for the best gift ideas for coffee lovers, you'll run into all sorts of expensive items or slightly impractical gift ideas. The list I've compiled here is meant to be both useful - as in, your friend will actually use the gifts - and at times cute, or funny, or just plain silly. You'll find each gift discussed in detail, what sort of occasion it would be best for, and who it would be good for. You'll also find a table comparing all the gifts, for a quick summary. A comprehensive table explaining each gift, and the best ...
How To Drink Black Tea - Making The Perfect Cup For You
If you're looking for the perfect way to drink black tea, let me stop you right there. There is no definite 'perfect' way of drinking black tea, as we all like what we like. Some may agree with the old way of drinking tea, some might like to add everything to their cup. There are some combinations you can make, and I'll help you navigate through them. You can pick the one that works best for you, and set a teapot on the stove. But first, let's start with the basics, so we know what we're tweaking here. You can flavor and tweak your black ...
Frappe VS Latte - 7 Differences To Help You Pick Your Drink
When you're out ordering your drink, you'll want to know the difference between a frappe and a latte. This is a confusion that happens often enough, and baristas everywhere are a bit irked by customers asking for ''hot frappe''. Which isn't a thing, by the way. Given how many coffee based drinks there are out there, it's no wonder people sometimes get confused. No worries though, I'll help you navigate them easy enough. Frape Vs Latte The most important differences between frappe and latte is that a frappe may contain ice cream and cream, ...
Frappe VS Frappuccino - 5 Differences To Tell Them Apart
You've probably ordered frappuccinos before, and you might even love them. But what's this about frappes ? Is it another kind of frappuccino ? While the two sound very familiar, they're actually different. The frappuccino is based on the frappe, and they have a few similarities, but they're often mistaken for one another. So let's clear things up and settle the difference between a frappe and a frappuccino, and know what we're ordering today ! Frappe VS frappuccino The biggest difference between frappe and frappuccino is the ice cream. ...
How Long Does Brewed Coffee Last ? Keeping Your Coffee Safe
Sometimes you forget you've made a cup of coffee, for several hours maybe. Or, maybe you're stranded in the middle of nowhere and your coffee is 2 days old. How long does brewed coffee last ? And how does it break down, so you know what's going on with it ? We'll talk about this, and anything else that will help you in this respect. But first, let's see just how long a cup of fresh coffee will last. So how long does brewed coffee last ? In terms of flavor, your coffee is only good for the first hour after it's been brewed. If we're ...
Why Do Some Tea Bags Float ? Making A Great Cup Of Tea
You may have noticed that some tea bags float and some don't, and you'd like to know why that is. Fair enough, it's an odd enough thing to happen. I'll explain in this article why this happens, and if it can affect the quality of your cup of tea. So why do some tea bags float ? The first reason some tea bags float is because the density of the tea bag is less than the density of the water in which it steeps. It sounds a bit overly-scientific, but really that's one very good explanation. Most of the materials use for tea bags are ...
12 Main Coffee Types You Need To Know (Hot And Iced)
If you'd like to make your own special coffee drink at home, then this article's going to be a good guide for you. We'll go through the main coffee types (or drinks, however you like to call them), how they're each made, and what you can expect from them. Before we start though, I have to tell you most of these require an espresso machine. Using anything else will result in a different drink. I'm also going to add a table here so you can make your own drinks at home. Easy to follow, and gives you the serving sizes as well. After ...
French Press VS Drip Coffee - 8 Differences To Help You Choose
When looking for a great way to brew coffee you're going to bump into French presses, and drip filters as well. I own a drip filter, and am very much in love with it. If you're searching the internet to figure out which one is for you, you're going to want a very thorough comparison between the two. This is going to be a longer read. What are the main differences between a drip filter, and a French press ? And which should you choose ? Let's help you out, and start with number one... 1. A French press is better for light roasts When ...
What Is Viennese Coffee ? 3 Things That Define It (And Recipe)
Are you looking for a cozy, warm cup of coffee to enjoy with the family by the fire ? The Viennese coffee might be for you. Part hot chocolate, part coffee, the Viennese coffee is going to impress any guest. Let's start by defining the Viennese coffee, and see how to make one at home. So what is Viennese coffee ? Viennese coffee is a fancier type of coffee, very reminiscent of cafe mocha. The texture is very different, and this can set the two apart. It contains espresso, chocolate syrup, chocolate ganache, and a whole lot of whipped ...
Can You Really Make Tea With Cold Water ? (Cold Brewing Tea)
When the sun is out, everything seems to be happy and joyful, and needs to be celebrated. We usually have cold brewed tea in the summer, actually we start in May and sometimes continue into September. But can you make tea with cold water ? As in, not have to brew an entire pitcher of hot tea, and then cool that off and pour over ice ? And if you can, is it any different than hot tea ? All fair questions, so let's go through them. Can you make tea with cold water ? Yes, you can make tea with cold water. Cold brewing tea is much less known ...
3 Good Reasons High Altitude Coffee Is Better
You've probably heard about high altitude coffee, possibly from someone claiming that it's THE best coffee. Ever. But is that really so ? Is high altitude coffee so great ? Well, yes, it is. And it has everything to do with how many feet/meters above sea levels it grew. Even roasting at a higher elevation makes it better. So let's see those reasons. 1. Higher altitude coffee tends to be sweeter, fruitier Okay, now we know that fruity and sweet is something that many people enjoy in their cup of coffee. Not everybody maybe, but a whole lot ...
French Press VS Espresso - 7 Differences In Taste And Brewing
If you're looking for two of the most famous coffee brewing methods, you've just found them. The espresso is wildly popular, and the French press was just as popular, back in its time. But what are the differences between the French press and the espresso ? They're very different, sure, but what are they, exactly ? Wonder no more, and let's get to it. French press VS espresso The main difference between French press and espresso is the brewing method. French press coffee is steeped, and produces a full-bodied, more aromatic coffee. ...
Cafe Au Lait VS Latte - 5 Things That Make Them Very Different
When ordering your coffee, you'll have to choose between cafe au lait and cafe latte, if you like lots of milk in your coffee. But what are the differences between these two drinks ? Aren't they essentially the same, coffee with milk added to it ? Well, yes. But also no. There's some pretty big differences between these coffee drinks, and ordering a late when you mean a cafe au lait is going to net you a different drink. Let's see. Cafe au lait VS cafe latte Both cafe au lait and cafe latte contain milk, but in different proportions and ...
Mocha VS Macchiato - 4 Little Things That Set Them Apart
When looking at a coffee shop menu you'll often find a plethora of coffee drinks, among which will be mocha and macchiato. If you're not careful, you might order the wrong one. But what's the difference between a mocha and a macchiato ? They sound very similar and you could be excused for thinking they're the same thing. The truth is, there's 4 small but important differences between a mocha and a macchiato. Let's go through them, and I'll help you make one of each by the end of this article. 1. A mocha contains chocolate, macchiato does ...
The 6 Tea Types You'll Find In The World, And What They Taste Like
If you're looking for a roundup of all the tea types in the world, you've found it. We'll take a look at all the tea types available in the world, and also what they taste like. The distinction between true teas and tisanes will come into play here as well. True teas are those made of the Camellia sinensis or Camellia Assamica plant. Tisanes are any other tea, like herbal tea, or spice tea, and others we'll talk about today. 1. Green tea is arguably the most famous tea Starting with the most famous and popular tea, at least nowadays. Green ...
4 Clear Signs Your Tea Is Expired (Or Has Gone Bad)
If you've got an old tea you're not sure of, you'll want to know if it's expired or not. No worries, you're not alone. I once found this 3 year old black tea in my mother's pantry and it was completely gone. No flavor at all. But how to you tell if your tea is expired ? And is there a difference between tea expiring and tea losing its flavor ? We're going to touch on both here, starting with the 'spoiled, do not eat' version. 1. You notice a dank, pungent smell coming from your tea This is the first, and most obvious sign, I know. But it's ...
Green Tea VS Chamomile - 6 Differences In Health And Taste
When stocking up your tea, which kind of tea to get is always a question. Let's delve into chamomile tea and green tea, since both are widely known and widely used. What are the differences between chamomile tea and green tea ? We're touching on health and taste as well, and the general benefits of drinking these two teas. 1. Chamomile tea is a herbal tea (tisane), green tea is a true tea This is something that many people do not know, unless they are die-hard tea fans. There is a big difference between teas and tisanes, which some tea ...
Difference Between Caffeine In Tea And Coffee (How It Works)
The caffeine in tea is often overlooked. This is because it works very differently than the caffeine in coffee, so people are usually surprised when they're told their black tea has caffeine. But how does caffeine in tea work, if you can't notice it ? Well, with a little training you can, and I'll tell you what to look for. We'll also discuss how the caffeine in coffee works, so you get the full picture. A quick word on how caffeine works We consume caffeinated drinks to stay awake, and we tend to overdo it. We all know ...