The best way to preface the information you are about to read is by quoting James Hoffmann in his book, The World Atlas of Coffee, “Don’t invest in an espresso machine at home unless you want a new hobby.” Espresso—a born and raised Italian, Americanized to the habits and ways of a fast-paced culture—is by […]
Knowing Your Iced Coffee: Regular, Cold Brew, New Orleans Style
Iced coffee season is upon us and there seems there is one big question being asked: “What kind of iced coffee would you like?” Since us crazy Third Waver Coffee people had to get our hands on every aspect of coffee, you have lost the ability to simply order an iced coffee without being subjected […]
The Perfect French Press Coffee: How to Make it at Home
The French Press (coffee press, press pot) is one of the simplest ways to brew an excellent cup of coffee at home. Having a good French press also comes in handy while traveling as they have minimal parts and are extremely easy to clean. The keys to perfecting the French press are clean fresh water, […]
The Perfect Pour Over Coffee: How to Make it at Home
If you have ever had the opportunity to stop by the Coffee Corral in Red Bank New Jersey then you know about the pour over method of brewing a fresh cup of coffee. The pour over method is a staple of our coffee coffee brewing techniques here at the Coffee Corral, and one of the […]