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Chronicles of a Coffee Aficionado Series: Cafe Kreyol

DeLonghi Coffee machines are not just the best coffee maker to prepare coffee but also a bridge to connect you with the best beans from around the world. Roast Magazine's 2023 Macro Roaster of the Year: Cafe Kreyol offers specialty coffee beans from multiple origins such as Haiti, Bolivia, Mexico, Dominican Republc and Panama.

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The Hidden Culprit: Why Water Hardness is Harmful to your Machine and Coffee

The Hidden Culprit: Why Water Hardness is Harmful to your Machine and Coffee

In order to brew a better cup of coffee you don't exclusively need good beans, you also need the right water. Paying attention to water hardness will make the difference on your coffee taste, your health and the lifespan of your coffee machine.

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5 reasons why there is no crema on my espresso

Crema is what distinguishes an espresso. This is the layer of foam that rests on top of the drink and is made up of proteins, oils and sugars, with bubbles of carbon dioxide (CO2) and water vapor. It intensifies the aromas, body, flavor and aftertaste of the coffee.

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Differences Between Iced Coffee and Cold Brew

At first glance, it may seem that iced coffee and cold brew are similar drinks, offering the same delightfully refreshing experience, but this is not the case. Although they will both help you to cool down, the difference between the two lies in the way the coffee is made, the preparation time, and the final flavor.

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Not All Plant Milks Are Created Equal

Many coffee drinkers are steering away from dairy milk for dietary or ethical reasons. However, plant milks are not the straightforward alternatives that some may think. The market for plant-based milks is constantly innovating, but one should first consider what coffee pairings work best with their vegan products. Soy, cashew, almond, and coconut milks tend to pair better with bright and floral light roasts, while oat milk’s neutral taste makes it a great option for all coffees.

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The Rise of Quality Coffee, At Home

Enjoying skillfully crafted coffee no longer requires a trip to your local coffee shop. There is a cultural shift from having espresso out-of-home to in-home, reflected in a 53% increase in coffee machine sales since 2020. De'Longhi's automatic coffee and espresso machines are engineered to coordinate multiple brewing variables and create your perfect cup of coffee at the touch of a button. Within 3 to 6 months, your average weekly expense at cafés could ultimately pay for a new machine.

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Coffee Sweetener: A Guide

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Coffee Sweetener: A Guide

Sugar and coffee have a shared history of being expensive imports from European colonies and trade posts. However, people have been mixing these two ingredients together for centuries, with many coffee drinkers today searching for new alternatives to flavoring their cup. Today’s coffee sweetener options include natural ingredients like honey and spices, and manufactured alternatives like sugar alcohols. But similar to other mix-ins like milk, coffee sweetener can drastically alter the drinking experience

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Good, clean, and fair coffee is here

A new coalition has arrived to safeguard the environment, producers, and one of the world's most widely consumed beverages, allowing everyone to do their part.

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Making “Sense” of Coffee Botany

“A glass of red, please.” Plenty has changed since consumers ordered wine as such–why should ordering coffee be any different? It’s easy to accept something so etched into our memories that we can’t recall our first encounter, like the aroma of coffee. The beverage is integral to our lifestyle. Yet, many are accustomed to downing one on autopilot without processing what the cup contains other than coffee. But the origins of that liquid run deep

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Chronicles of a Coffee Aficionado Series

In this episode of “Chronicles of a Coffee Aficionado,” De’Longhi talks to Johan Pesenti, the founder of Coperaco Coffee Co., a micro-roaster based in Brooklyn, New York. Since opening in 2014, Coperaco has expanded its clientele to include some of New York City’s finest restaurants and hotels by approaching coffee roasting from a culinary perspective.

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Keep it Chill: Cold Brew, Iced Coffee, and 'Snap Chilled.'

When the warmer months come around, many of us reach for an iced tea or lemonade. But there's another chilled beverage that is equally refreshing, energizing, and wonderfully varied — iced coffee. With origins dating back to 16th century Japan, iced coffee has evolved throughout history, both in its brewing methods and presentation. Today, coffee drinkers can enjoy creations like cold brew, nitro cold brew, and newer innovations like snap chilled coffee.

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What Makes Specialty Coffee "Special "

Nowadays, “specialty coffee” is a household name, but it’s not always clear what criteria render the coffee special.

Although specialty coffee is often linked to the rise of the third wave in the early aughts, the term dates back to 1974. Moreover, while the two terms are often used interchangeably, they’re not mutually exclusive: not all third-wave coffee is specialty and vice versa.

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