A cappuccino is a popular coffee beverage that is a staple in cafes around the world. Characterised by its distinct layers of espresso, steamed milk, and foam, the cappuccino has a rich yet balanced flavour profile. Compared to a latte, we’d describe it as slightly stronger tasting, and ‘coffee forward’.
What is Caffeine? Caffeine is a natural stimulant that affects your brain and nervous system. It stimulates, meaning it gives you energy, makes you more alert and prevents tiredness. It is commonly found in tea and other plants and was discovered in 1819 by a physician named Friedlieb Ferdinand Runge.
At Adams + Russell, we love to find out the best way to drink our coffees after roasting, so we’ve created an excellent guide to help you with find the best one to go with your V60. If you’re looking for more information about using a V60, Coffeeblog.co.uk has done
In this article you will find the ultimate beginners guide to green beans. Find out the different flavour profiles you can choose from, what you’ll receive with your order, the best home grinders and much more fascinating information about green beans. Should I try green beans? Are they worth the
After reading this guide you will know exactly how to describe your coffee flavours using the iconic flavour wheel. We are going to give you the best tips for analysing flavour profiles and give you a breakdown of how the professionals do it (it’s much simpler than you might think!).
From Tequila and Tortillas to the mariachi bands and Mayan temples, there’s no doubt about Mexico’s food and drink culture. Both vibrant and rich, full of character while having a huge influence around the world. But when talking about coffee, Mexico rarely gets a fair shake and here at Adams
Over the last few years, as we move more toward high quality coffee, the want or rather need for Speciality coffee has increased significantly. But what makes Speciality Coffee different to commodity coffee found in supermarkets? In order to achieve ‘Speciality’ status, the coffee must score a minimum of 80
It can be difficult to navigate the coffee world. Especially if you’re new to the space. That’s why in this article, we are going over the key facts about Espresso coffee and advising on which beans will work best for you. We also tell you a few ways to achieve
Iced Coffee 2.0 We do love a good iced coffee, even when the British summer weather is not quite on our side. There is something special about sipping a cool coffee. It’s refreshing and it perks you up when you need it. In this post, we have crafted together 3
The Island of Fogo is in the archipelago of Cape Verde and has an origin of high quality coffee. Producing some of the best and freshest coffee beans in the world This remote string of islands off the Atlantic coast of Africa offers extremely rich and fertile soils due to
The processes for cleaning the Sage machines are similar across the range and are quick and simple once you are familiar with them. Whether or not your ‘clean me’ light is illuminated, regular cleaning helps maintain your machine and the flavour of your coffee. You’ll find a cleaning guide specific
About The Stove Top Espresso Maker The Stovetop is a classic and affordable way of brewing espresso-like coffee at home. Back in 1933, the Stovetop or ‘Moka Pot’ was designed with brew ratio and ease-of-use in mind. When brewing a Stovetop, the two main things to remember are: This will
Use this guide to find out everything you need to know about acid in coffee. After discovering what we mean by coffee acidity, find the best products on the market that are full of delicious flavour. Also read about where acid comes from, its content in decaf, how it directly
There are five roast levels when it comes to coffee: The roast level of coffee can be visually defined by the colour of the beans. During the process they absorb the heat and the colour changes and depending on how long they are roasted for they will vary in shade
Use this simple guide to find out everything you should know about brewing with a cafetiere. It is a simple process that can bring outstanding results. However, that doesn’t mean there isn’t room for error. We have included how to guides, the best coffee recommendations and secret tips and tricks
Over the last few years, you’ll have seen cold brew popping up in both chain and independent coffee shops alike. But what is cold brew? What makes it different to say, an iced Americano? And perhaps most importantly, why is it in a tin with ‘Nitro’ written on the front?
The world of coffee brewing methods is often a complicated one, especially when you don’t know how most of them work. That is why we have created this super simple guide to the most popular brewing methods. If you’re buying high quality beans, you should be using a high quality
We’re an independent small batch coffee roasters, based in Liverpool, with easy access from Manchester and the surrounding areas. We take great care in how the coffee is roasted and treated in the roasting house. However, the ultimate test of any arabica is how it tastes. Our head baristas and trainers
The term ‘dialling in espresso’ is a relatively new term that baristas use and consists of calibrating your equipment so that fully extracted espressos can be produced consistently. Hand brew methods such as the cafetiere, roughly 5 minutes pass before the coffee is ready to drink. This is due to
If you’re a coffee enthusiast, you probably know the joy of freshly ground coffee beans and the rich, aromatic brew they produce. However, one critical aspect of enjoying that perfect cup often gets overlooked: cleaning and maintaining your coffee grinder. This article will guide you through the process, explain why
If you are using coffee syrup in your coffee, then this is the article for you. When using syrup, there’s a fine line between not tasting it at all and making the drink too sweet to drink. Sweetbird is one of the leading coffee brands in the UK and you
In this article we’ll cover how to find the best coffees for using in an Aeropress how to brew coffee with it for perfect taste. This includes the required grind size. We’ll also share the must-have complimentary accessories to ensure you get the best out of your Aeropress. What Is
Sage Barista coffee machines reached a new high in popularity this winter. If you’ve been lucky enough to have unwrapped one yourself, there’s a good chance it was one of the models from Sage. With entry level machines becoming more affordable, it’s easy to see how the Sage machines may
At Adams & Russell, we sell various types of Colombian coffee beans, including our best seller Colombian Cafe Sofia Coffee Beans Francini, also from Colombia, has been growing coffee all of his life and now owns a coffee shop in Worcester. His claim to fame came earlier this year when
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