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Decaffeinated coffee is a beverage with more than 95% of its caffeine removed. The beans have their caffeine removed before undergoing the roasting and grinding process. It’s worth noting that decaf coffee isn’t entirely caffeine-free, it contains, on average, about 3mg per cup, so the amount is small. Decaf coffee isn’t recommended for children, but the occasional sip should be fine. There is some uncertainty about the caffeine levels in decaf coffee, as some brands might have more caffeine content than others. However, if your child is curious about your morning pick-me-up, letting them have a few sips of decaf coffee shouldn’t do much harm. This article will discuss the age that children can start drinking coffee, the health benefits of decaf coffee, and possible downsides. When Can Children Start Drinking Coffee? Some young children will express an interest in trying coffee, and truthfully there is no suitable age for a child to start drinking caffeinated drinks. Caffeine has ...

Mastering the richest espresso is a never-ending journey, but it keeps the coffee-making experience interesting. One of the first things you need for a quality espresso is finely ground coffee beans; the second is the correct tamping method and third the correct water pressure through the portafilter. The correct pressure is essential to guarantee consistency and quality every time you pull a shot. For the right pressure, you need a minimum of eight bars of pressure. If you have too high pressure, your espresso will be over-extracted and bitter; if you don’t have sufficient pressure, your espresso will be weak and under-concentrated. In this article, we will explore how pressure affects espresso. We will expand more on the correct pressure for your machine and what to do if your pressure is too low. Table of Contents How Does Pressure Affect Espresso? What Is The Best Pressure For An Espresso Machine? How Do I Increase The Pressure On My Espresso Machine? How Do I Know If I Have Pour...

Having a grinder at home enables you to have freshly ground coffee whenever you like. Pre-ground coffee can be helpful, but truthfully, coffee is only fresh within thirty minutes of grinding. Whole coffee beans remain at optimum freshness for over two weeks after being roasted. Expensive coffee grinders are undoubtedly worth it, especially if you value the flavor of freshly ground beans in the morning and plan to use them often. A decent grinder is essential if you have discerning tastes and you want to achieve the same results as a professional barista. People who enjoy espresso tend to prefer a finer ground style than what you’re likely to purchase pre-ground from a store, and spending a bit more money will help you produce the type of grind you prefer. Choosing the best type of coffee grinder depends on personal preference. Certain factors come into play when deciding on a coffee grinder for your particular needs. You must consider that there are two main types of machines, blade...

When a coffee lover learns that there are different coffee beans, it opens up a whole new sphere of coffee appreciation, and there are over 100 different coffee species globally. The two biggest names of commercial coffee are Arabica and Robusta. The beans may look very similar, but they are very different from each other characteristically. Arabica is more acidic than Robusta, and this acidity offers complexity to the flavor and aroma of coffee. The fruity, bright notes in Arabica provide excitement for the palate, and they help jumpstart your morning. The word acidity has some negative connotations, but it gives coffee similarities to wine, especially with the berry notes common in Arabica blends. This article hopes to uncover more differences between Arabica and Robusta and decipher which coffee is better. What Is The Difference Between Robusta And Arabica Coffee Bean? All beans tend to look the same when they’re roasted, but many factors set them apart. Since Arabica and Robus...

There are many different opinions about oily beans regarding their nature and origin. All coffee beans contain oil which is solid until you roast the coffee cherry. The cherries then become coffee beans. If you r oast the beans for too long, then the oils begin to seep out. Oily beans can clog up your grinder and ruin your espresso machine, causing the grounds to stick together, becoming clay-like. Coffee experts recommend using a burr grinder to grind excessively oily beans instead of using automatic coffee machines. Burr grinders come apart quickly and are more convenient to clean. If you have been using oily beans in your automatic coffee machine, you need to stop now. This article hopes to explore why oily beans are oily, the best way to use oily beans, and what to do if you have been using oily beans. Are Oily Coffee Beans Bad? There is a bit of discord amongst coffee experts as to whether oily beans are good or bad. They certainly clog up your grinder and compromise your cof...

Did you know that coffee beans are not beans? They are seeds that are green in their raw state, and they change from green to different brown shades and even black when roasted. The color of coffee “beans” depends on its roast level. Roasting coffee beans brings out the flavor and aroma inside the green beans and makes them ready for brewing. Unfortunately, green coffee beans have none of the roasted bean’s characteristics – they are spongy and soft and have a grassy smell, and you can’t brew it in that state. Chemical changes occur when beans are roasted to very high temperatures. When they reach their desired state, they are cooled immediately to discontinue the process. When you roast beans, they weigh less because the moisture has evaporated, and they smell as coffee should. We will explore more of what happens when coffee beans are roasted and their roasting levels to appreciate the process better. What Happens When Coffee Beans Are Roasted? Raw, green coffee beans experienc...