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Oliver Buchannon
Aravind Balla

May 2, 2026

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3 min read

Better Americano styled drinks

Most cafes (and we home brewers) make Americanos the lazy way. Let's look at how to pull a proper one at home without the espresso machine, and even an iced drink better than an Iced Americano.

teenage-cat

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Apr 25, 2026

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2 min read

How much does a grinder matter for home brewing?

Most home brewers obsess over recipes and beans, but skip past the grinder. Let's look at why grind consistency is the hidden variable in every brew, and how an upgrade path might look like.

Equipment

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Apr 18, 2026

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2 min read

Benefits of Black Coffee

A look at what black coffee does for your heart, brain and liver, and why the humble paper filter in your V60 might be the most underrated health tool in your kitchen.

Science

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Apr 11, 2026

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4 min read

Coffee Cocktails for the Summer

Summer is here so we have four boozy iced coffee recipes that put the coffee first.

teenage-cat

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Apr 4, 2026

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5 min read

Naturally occouring Decaf Coffee

Let's look at what makes this species of coffee different, the science behind it, and why it matters.

Science

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Mar 28, 2026

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5 min read

Iced Pour Over is better than Cold Brew

Cold brew gets all the hype. But if you care about tasting your coffee's actual character, an iced pour over might be the better summer drink.

Science

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Mar 14, 2026

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5 min read

Comparing 3 common espresso drinks

Ristretto, macchiato, espresso - three Italian names, three different drinks. Here's what actually sets them apart and when to order which.

Basics

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Mar 7, 2026

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4 min read

Cutting Coffee - Cortado

Cortado is my favourite milk based coffee drink. Here's what makes it special, where it originated, how it's different from other drinks, and how you can try one at home.

Basics

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Feb 28, 2026

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4 min read

Our Experience at the International Coffee Festival, Bengaluru

We attended the IICF this year and this is the reason we were over-caffeinated.

baby-kitten

Feb 7, 2026

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4 min read

Cappuccino - The Drink That Wears a Hood

The coffee drink which is, surprisingly, not from Italy.

Basics

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Jan 31, 2026

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5 min read

SCA Sensory Skills Certification: What I Learned and Unlearned

I went to the coffee school and got certified. Here's what the training was like, and whether it's worth it for home brewers.

og-tom

Jan 17, 2026

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5 min read

Pour Over Extraction

How to extract for different notes, brightness, body, and acidity

teenage-cat

Jan 10, 2026

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4 min read

Pour Over Coffee Setup - 2026 Buying Guide

These are all you need to brew killer pour over coffee for years to come by.

Equipment

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Jan 3, 2026

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3 min read

Making Cold Brew Tonic

Dissecting a famous coffee drink and why it should not be paired with espresso.

Recipes

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Dec 20, 2025

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5 min read

Sour vs Bitter notes: How to identify them

Learn to identify sour vs bitter notes in your coffee with a simple experiment, tips and comparisons to identify, and quick fixes.

Basics

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Dec 14, 2025

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6 min read

Brewing Natural vs Washed Coffees

After months of brewing only naturals, I picked up a bag of washed coffee and completely fumbled the first cup. Turns out, I'd forgotten that these two need different approaches. Here's what I learnt.

og-tom

Dec 6, 2025

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4 min read

Fixing Pour Overs that Clog

After suffering from stalling brews, these are fixes and techniques I found helpful.

og-tom

Nov 29, 2025

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5 min read

Blending Different Coffee Beans

An accidental blend of leftover beans led to a surprisingly good cup. Here's what I learned about the art of coffee blending.

teenage-cat

Nov 22, 2025

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6 min read

Coffee's Origin and Varietal is a better bet than Flavour Notes

A story and bit of research on how a recent conversation changed the way I pick my next coffee.

teenage-cat

Nov 15, 2025

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6 min read

Americano and Long Black are not same

These two drinks look and are made almost the same but are different at the core. Let's talk about this often overlooked coffee drink.

baby-kitten

Nov 8, 2025

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4 min read

Brewing Consistent Pour Overs

Lessons learnt from years of brewing hit and miss pour over coffee.

Basics

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Nov 1, 2025

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7 min read

European Coffee Experience

I was in Europe last month. This is what I think about Europe's coffee scene.

baby-kitten

Oct 25, 2025

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5 min read

Science of an Espresso

Let us understand what exactly happens when a barista makes an espresso

teenage-cat

Oct 18, 2025

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3 min read

Easiest way to brew Specialty Coffee at home

Before you invest in coffee equipment, this is a great way to try it out first.

baby-kitten

Oct 11, 2025

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4 min read

What does honey processed mean?

Let's look at different processing methods and their impact on your cup of coffee.

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