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Home espresso machines are commonly set to 9 bar pressure, but what makes this espresso pressure the gold standard for extracting consistently great brews?

Italian water isn't superior to the rest of the world's, as coffee myths might have you believe. But, if not the water, then why is Italian coffee so good?

Many coffee drinkers mistake bitterness for strength. It’s easy to do, as the unpleasant levels of bitterness typical of poor quality coffee overwhelm the tastebuds. It's a sensation easily, but incorrectly, attributed to the coffee’s strength.

Coffee humidity links are often blamed for inconsistencies in quality. However, humidity is rarely to blame for a bad brew.

With an ideal coffee brewing temperature between 92.2 to 94.4°C, even the savviest of drinkers question 'does boiling water burn coffee beans?

Due to the chemicals, many choose to avoid it, but is decaf bad for you? Chemical-free decaf coffee provides a mellower taste without the health risks.

What is Italian coffee? While often associated with superior quality, 'Italian coffee', made using common techniques and equipment, is simply a marketing term.

It's often thought that all coffee is a blend of beans. Knowing the difference between blend vs single origin coffee can ensure that you're purchasing the best.

Has a drop in quality left you questioning 'why does my coffee taste bitter'? Here's why a clean coffee machine could improve the taste of your next cup.

Difference Coffee Co. produces its premium Panama Geisha coffee using beans from the famed Hacienda La Esmeralda estate.

What is the rarest coffee in the world? We've ranked 10 specialty coffees across two categories to reveal the world's best and most expensive coffees.

Most consumer coffees are made from one of two beans, but what's the difference between Arabica and Robusta and does it matter which variety is used?