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How to Make Coffee in a Moka Pot

in Brewed on 01/20/21

Learn to make delicious coffee and espresso in any size moka pot following these simple step-by-step instructions.  The moka pot is an eight-sided coffee brewing instrument, invented by Alfonso Bialetti.  Despite its alternative name (the stovetop espresso maker), the moka pot doesn’t make real espresso, but an expresso-like concentrate.  Only the moka pot itself and a heat source are required… View Post

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Dulce De Leche Latte: A Valentine’s Day Treat

in Beautiful, Brewed on 01/11/21

Try this decadent dulce de leche latte with homemade dulce de leche. Enjoy this latte warm or iced for the perfect Valentine’s Day treat. Valentine’s Day is the perfect day to go a little over the top with an extra sweet treat such as this dulce de leche latte. You can make the dulce de leche yourself or choose to… View Post

Klean Kanteen Coffee & Tea Kit Review

in Beautiful on 01/10/21

A set of durable coffee travel mugs that can accommodate all types of drinks beyond coffee. Note: I may earn a small commission when you make a purchase through some of the below links. Read my disclosure policy to learn more. Note: This is a sponsored blog post, but all opinions are my own.  Klean Kanteen is an environmentally-conscious brand that… View Post

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16 of the Most Common Coffee Brewing Mistakes to Avoid

in Brewed on 01/08/21

Minor coffee brewing mistakes can completely ruin a final brew. Avoid 16 of the most common mistakes by reading on below. It’s easy to make a bad batch of coffee by making one of many common coffee brewing mistakes. Buying coffee grounds instead of whole beans is a mistake that too many make. Bad water quality is also a variable… View Post

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AeroPress: How to Make Coffee Using An AeroPress (4 Brew Methods)

in Brewed on 01/05/21

Brew a clean cup of coffee using an AeroPress and choose from one of these four popular brew methods. The AeroPress is a brewing instrument that has a loyal fanbase due to its resulting clean cup of coffee.  There are 4 popular methods for making coffee with an AeroPress.  The basic method, the inverted method, the pour over method, and… View Post

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How to Make Chai Cold Brew in the Ovalware RJ3 Cold Brew Maker

in Brewed on 12/16/20

Learn how to make both iced tea and cold brew with the Ovalware RJ3 Cold Brew Maker, and combine the two for a batch of wintery, chai cold brew.   The Ovalware RJ3 Cold Brew Maker is a stunning cold brew maker and server that any coffee lover would enjoy.  Besides making cold brew, this instrument also makes incredible iced… View Post

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Best Affogato Recipe with Salted Brownie Garnish

in Baked, Brewed on 12/11/20

This affogato recipe is not only bursting with complementary sweet, bitter flavors but it only requires 2 ingredients! Use organic vanilla bean ice cream for this affogato dessert recipe to turn out best. The espresso quality doesn’t make THAT big of a difference. Prepare garnishes ahead of time to quickly sprinkle and top once the espresso has been prepared. To… View Post

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Pecan Dreams Cookie Recipe (Pecan Crescents)

in Baked on 12/05/20

Pecan Dreams look & taste the part of the holiday season with their crunchy, nutty flavor and snowy, powdered sugar aesthetic. Pecan Dreams or Pecan Crescents are snowy cookies that must be on your Christmas cookie list this year. The trick to these holiday cookies is coating them in powdered sugar twice. Add chocolate chips or shape them into crescents… View Post

Iced Oat Milk Matcha Latte Recipe — Only 4 Ingredients

in Beautiful, Brewed on 11/23/20

Make this easy & quick iced oat milk matcha latte. It’s not only delicous, but it’s also healthy and only requires 4 ingredients! If you’re a fan of matcha, you’ll love this quick and easy iced matcha latte recipe. All you need is matcha powder, almond extract, and oat milk. For an extra caffeine kick, you can add a shot… View Post

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A fun way to spice up your coffee routine is by li A fun way to spice up your coffee routine is by literally adding spice to it. A dirty chai is just a latte with a splash of chai concentrate.  

Chai concentrate consists of a number of spices including ginger, cardamom, nutmeg, star anise, black peppercorns, and cinnamon (with a few other ingredients as well). To make this dirty chai recipe much simpler, I recommend just buying some high-quality chai concentrate from the store. Swipe right to see my choice of store-bought chai. It works just as well as making your own, and saves you loads of time because it’s a fairly intensive process to DIY! 

Another tip I have for this recipe is to feel free to replace the espresso with a strong coffee concentrate, if you don’t have a way to make espresso at home. You can either reduce your coffee to water ratio in your usual brew method or use an AeroPress or Moka pot to get a strong enough coffee concentrate for this dirty chai. 

After you’ve gotten a hold of these ingredients, you’re ready for a new take on your coffee. In combining the chai concentrate with a normal latte, you’re left with a warm and spicy espresso drink that is sure to keep you perked up all throughout the day. Read on to make this super easy 3-ingredient dirty chai latte. 

𝑇ℎ𝑟𝑒𝑒-𝐼𝑛𝑔𝑟𝑒𝑑𝑖𝑒𝑛𝑡 𝐷𝑖𝑟𝑡𝑦 𝐶ℎ𝑎𝑖 𝐿𝑎𝑡𝑡𝑒 𝑅𝑒𝑐𝑖𝑝𝑒

Ingredients: 
•¼ cup chai concentrate (store-bought or homemade)
 
•2 shots of espresso or 4 ounces of highly-concentrated coffee
 
•¾ cup milk of your choice

Instructions: 

1. For a warm chai, foam your milk first and have it on deck. 

2. Next, pull your espresso or coffee-concentrate and pour into a server. Add chai concentrate to espresso and stir gently.

3. Pour foamed milk over chai-espresso mixture. Serve immediately. 

4. For an iced chai, combine all three ingredients in a tall glass. Add more concentrate if desired.

5. Finish the drink off with a couple of ice cubes (or even better — throw in a few cold brew coffee ice cubes!).
An affogato is an Italian dessert consisting of va An affogato is an Italian dessert consisting of vanilla ice cream that is covered by freshly prepared espresso. Enjoy it for breakfast or as an after-dinner dessert.

Though it seems pretty basic in theory, there are a few things to know before going about it to save yourself a few easy-to-make mistakes. Read on for the best affogato-making secrets.

1. The quality of the espresso doesn’t have to be top-tier.

2. The vanilla bean ice cream, on the other hand, does need to taste good…REALLY good. Since an affogato is mostly ice cream, it needs to be high-quality ice cream. It will make or break your final result.
(Try Salt & Straw if you haven’t already!) 

3. Pour the espresso over the scooped ice cream as soon as you can after the shot has been pulled.

4. Garnish the finished product with chocolate shavings and a one-inch square of prepared salted brownies.

Full recipe on the blog. Click the link in bio to view in full🍦
Coffee Pairing of the Week: Wisconsin’s Famous K Coffee Pairing of the Week: Wisconsin’s Famous Kringle with Gesha Coffee 

While some of us are familiar with wine and cheese pairings, most of us are not as familiar with coffee and food pairings (and I don’t know about you, but I tend to enjoy this combo much more frequently than the former). 

As a tribute to my home state, I attempted to make kringle, and I’ve discovered it’s a lot harder than it looks. The one pictured is actually a kringle from an authentic Danish bakery in WI because my first attempts have yet to be successful. And while kringle is good on its own, it’s even better when perfectly paired with a Gesha coffee. 

The reason I went with this choice is because Gesha coffee is almost like a tea. The flavors are complex and boast of sweet, floral notes. Gesha coffee also has a much lighter body than most other coffees. This mild quality works to delicately compliment the buttery and fruity flavors of this pastry, but it won’t entirely overtake the wonderful flavors of the kringle.

Do you have a favorite Gesha coffee? I’ve shared my favorite in the comments below!
A day without coffee leaves a latte to be desired. A day without coffee leaves a latte to be desired...apologies — couldn’t resist the double pun here🙈

Dulce de Leche Latte Recipe just went up on the blog today — link in bio ☕️
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