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Tips
How Much Caffeine Is in Coffee? Espresso, Filter and Decaf
How much caffeine is in coffee? You'd expect a simple answer – but unfortunately "one cup = X milligrams" doesn't exist. The caffeine content of coffee depends on the type of coffee, the dose, the brewing method and even the size of your mug. Here are rough figures for espresso, filter, instant and decaf coffee, what affects the amount of caffeine, and how much caffeine a day is fine for a healthy adult.
By KAVI
Speciality Coffee
Espresso Roast vs. Filter Roast: What's the Difference?
Espresso roast or filter roast? If you buy specialty coffee, sooner or later you'll come across this distinction – on the bag, in the coffee description, or as the abbreviations ESP and FLT. It's not a marketing gimmick. Roasters really do roast beans differently depending on how you're going to brew them. We'll explain how an espresso roast differs from a filter roast, what an omni roast is, and which coffee to pick for your brewer.
By KAVI
Recipes
How to Make Espresso at Home: Recipe and Ratio Guide
How to make espresso at home that tastes like it came from your favourite café? Good news: you don't need a machine that costs a fortune. Fresh coffee, a good grinder, an accurate scale and a few basic principles matter far more than the machine itself. We'll walk you through a proven recipe and the right espresso ratio, puck preparation step by step, and how to dial in your espresso by taste.
By KAVI
Speciality Coffee
Coffee Processing Methods: Washed, Natural and Honey
Coffee processing methods are something most people have never heard of – yet they can change the flavour in your cup more than the country of origin itself. Two coffees from the same region can taste like two completely different drinks simply because the farmer handled them differently after harvest. We'll explain what washed, natural and honey coffee mean, what's behind anaerobic fermentation, and how this inconspicuous line on the bag can help you pick a coffee you'll love.
By KAVI
Tips
How to Store Coffee to Keep It Fresh
How should you store coffee to keep it fresh? We cover what to avoid, what to keep coffee in, how long it lasts after roasting, and why the fridge and freezer are usually a bad idea.
By KAVI
Speciality Coffee
Light vs. Dark Roast Coffee: What It Does to Taste
How do light, medium and dark roast coffee differ? We explain what happens during roasting, how the roast level affects taste and acidity, and why a darker roast does not mean more caffeine.
By KAVI
Recipes
How to Make Coffee at Home: 4 Methods
How do you make great coffee at home without an expensive machine? A practical guide to coffee-to-water ratios, grind size, temperature and timings for filter (V60), French press, AeroPress and the moka pot.
By KAVI
Speciality Coffee
Whole Bean or Ground Coffee? Freshness Decides
Whole bean or ground coffee? We explain why freshly ground beans taste noticeably better, how quickly ground coffee loses its aroma, what role the grinder plays and what to watch for when buying.
By KAVI
Speciality Coffee
Arabica vs. Robusta: What Is the Difference?
Arabica or robusta? We explain how the two most common coffee species differ in taste, caffeine content, price and cultivation – and why specialty coffee is built mainly on arabica.
By KAVI
Speciality Coffee
Why "sour" coffee doesn't have to scare you
A coffee flavour profile is the very first thing that decides whether you'll fall in love with your cup – or push it aside after a single sip. And this is exactly where the biggest misunderstanding about specialty coffee begins. <em>"It's too sour,"</em> many people say when they try it for the first time. But what they're tasting usually isn't unpleasant sourness. It's fruitiness – and once you understand the difference, a whole new world of flavours opens up.
By KAVI
Speciality Coffee
Decaffeinated coffee: Myths and facts for 2026
Decaffeinated coffee has a bad reputation that it doesn't deserve. Today's decaf can taste practically the same as classic coffee—you just need to choose the right decaffeination method and high-quality beans. The Swiss Water Process removes caffeine without chemicals and preserves up to 95% of the original flavors. Find out how to choose the best decaf, what the differences are between decaffeination methods, and why you should give decaffeinated coffee a second chance.
By KAVI
Speciality Coffee
Specialty Coffee vs. Regular Coffee
What makes specialty coffee truly special? It’s not just the price tag—it’s the rigorous evaluation based on Specialty Coffee Association standards, transparent traceability all the way down to the specific farm, fresh roasting, and, above all, a taste experience that regular coffee simply can’t offer. Read on to find out how specialty coffee differs from regular coffee and whether it’s worth investing in quality.
By KAVI
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