2020-08-15 22:38
Keurig coffee makers are all about one thing: convenience.
But that convenience comes at a price:
Cost: K-Cups are much more expensive than using ground coffeeQuality: K-Cups aren&rsqu&hell…Read More
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2020-04-21 17:11
Coffee is an extremely popular beverage, and there are so many varieties out there. Each variety has a different origin, method of production and its own qualities.
One of the most expens… Read More
2020-03-24 15:24
Coffee is one of America’s favorite drinks, and something a lot of people can’t start their days without. However, it’s become increasingly popular among a different crowd… Read More
2020-03-05 15:49
Around two-thirds of us drink coffee every day. This has led one financial guru to refer to any small regular splurge as a “latte factor”.
However, you don’t have to qui… Read More
2020-02-09 16:30
There are a lot of articles ranking the top coffee producing countries.
None are as complete as this one.
This deep-dive into the world of coffee covers everything about your favorite… Read More
2020-02-02 17:46
At its simplest, coffee is made by combining ground beans and water.
But depending on how you do that, the final product can vary wildly from light and bright to deep and savory.
This… Read More
2020-01-31 20:45
Coffee is incredibly popular. Every day, almost 50% of American adults enjoy a cup of coffee.
Since it contains caffeine, coffee acts as a stimulant and gives millions of people the energ… Read More
2019-10-16 15:29
The Krups XP1000 isn’t something you’ll see at your local coffee shop, but it might be the right machine for your home.
The Coffee Maven Conclusion
While not the top… Read More
2019-10-10 15:07
It all started with a sip.
And for many people, that’s where it ended. They pursed their lips and decided that coffee isn’t for them. Or they fell into a big pot of stale, hou… Read More
2019-08-26 23:21
The longest line for coffee I’ve ever seen wasn’t at a renowned coffee house or in the cafe of a Michelin starred chef. It was at a small pop-up in London, on opening day.
A y… Read More
2019-08-24 18:34
In the same way that only sparkling white wine from the Champagne region of France can be labeled “Champagne,” only coffee that is grown in the Kona district of Hawaii can be des… Read More
2019-06-07 18:52
We know what you want:Delicious coffee.And lots of it.That’s easy to brew.And doesn’t take forever.Or break the bank.The coffee makers on this list? Check, check, check, check, a… Read More
2019-05-08 21:31
Some mornings I want to sip a robust shot of espresso. Other mornings I need two extra tall cups of coffee to perk me up. There aren’t many coffee machines that can accommodate both.Th… Read More
2019-02-12 17:17
You’re choosing between two flavorful whole bean blends from Central America.Blend A has “organic” written front and center.Blend B doesn’t.Clearly Blend A is better… Read More
2019-01-25 21:53
I love coffee. I run an entire website dedicated to it!So as you can imagine, I hate wasting coffee.Even the thought of pouring that sweet nectar down the drain makes me shudder.If you&rsquo&hell…Read More
2019-01-23 20:44
Quality and convenience usually are mutually exclusive.But not with Nespresso.The capsule-based espresso machine manufacturer’s machines have been popping up everywhere, even in some o… Read More
2019-01-14 16:58
Your next (first?) great great coffee grinder will meet a few key criteria:Offer grind sizes for the type of coffee beverage you preferYield a consistent, reliable grind size and volumeBe du… Read More
2018-10-03 22:55
“What’s the best entry-level burr grinder?”It’s a question people ask me all the time. That’s because investing in a quality burr grinder is one of the easiest… Read More
2018-10-02 23:24
The grinder is the most important part of your coffee setup.Ever hear someone say that? If not, now you have.If you’re looking to take your morning cup of coffee or espresso to the nex… Read More
2018-07-21 01:06
What do a latte, cappuccino, macchiato, and Americano coffee all have in common?
They all start off with a well-pulled shot (or two!) of espresso.
All shots of true espresso share these comm… Read More
2018-07-20 20:37
The story behind today’s butter coffee trend, believe it or not, begins with the shaggy-coated, domesticated yak.
Yes, exactly. That animal that looks like a hairy cow and lives i… Read More
![Amazon Prime Day! Save BIG During Amazon’s Annual 36 Hour Sale [July 16, 2018]](https://cdn.blogarama.com/images/posts_thumbs_site_id/12863/1286347-3692911774.w320.jpg "Amazon Prime Day! Save BIG During Amazon’s Annual 36 Hour Sale [July 16, 2018]")
2018-07-16 04:58
Amazon Prime Day 2018 is here!
Starting at 3:00 pm ET (12:00 noon PT) Amazon will be releasing INSANE deals on some of the most popular items in all categories.
And yes — that means c… Read More
2018-07-05 02:35
The best low acid coffee is a life preserver in the open ocean for some people, especially when considering both the modern diet and lifestyle of humans today.
We eat more processed food, su… Read More
![6 Best Cold Brew Coffee Makers RANKED [2018 Update]](https://cdn.blogarama.com/images/posts_thumbs_site_id/12863/1286347-3287171396.w320.jpg "6 Best Cold Brew Coffee Makers RANKED [2018 Update]")
2018-07-02 04:06
Americans drink over 3.4 billion pounds of coffee per year.
Whether it’s cold brew coffee, French press, or more rarely, a dainty ristretto, we love our caffeine.
However, n… Read More
2018-06-19 20:48
The grind and brew coffee maker is a machine that was created to provide a single, simple luxury: convenience.
It’s aimed at people who love a good cup of coffee but may have precious… Read More
2018-06-07 20:51
Honestly, we can’t say enough great things about coffee.
Coffee is great for weight loss, has quite a few health benefits, and boasts a wide variety of flavor profiles depending on the… Read More
2018-06-06 20:17
In the college class that never was, Coffee Beans 101 (or Peaberry Coffee Beans 101 to keep things simple) we would have learned that the Coffea tree is an evergreen that can grow to ov… Read More
2018-06-06 16:34
Have you ever had a cup of roast coffee that was too bitter to finish?
Have you ever tried a new brand of coffee beans only to find that it made your stomach upset?
I know I have.
If you wan… Read More
2018-05-17 07:19
Congratulations!
You just won a free trip to Italy to sample some of the finest coffees in the world.
No, not really. But if you had, you’d be pretty happy, right?
Let’s be hone… Read More
![The Best Instant Coffee: The Top 10 Brands RANKED [2018 Update]](https://cdn.blogarama.com/images/posts_thumbs_site_id/12863/1286347-670510312.w320.jpg "The Best Instant Coffee: The Top 10 Brands RANKED [2018 Update]")
2018-05-15 06:27
There’s arguably no better way to start a morning than with an aromatic, single-origin coffee.
(I’m partial to the roasts from Honduras.)
But sometimes we just need a quick… Read More
2018-04-18 21:25
While most coffee lovers are familiar with Colombian coffee and Ethiopian coffee, very few have heard of Honduran coffee.
Possessing a variety of tasting notes — which can range from a… Read More
2018-04-17 06:18
The path to today’s Kenyan coffee was not an easy one.
It began when Arabs forced thousands of Kenya’s people to work as free labor on coffee plantations around Kenya and Arabia… Read More
2018-04-13 21:21
I remember my first “a-ha” experience with delicious coffee.I had ventured into a small coffee roaster out of curiosity. The barista behind the coffee bar greeted me as I came th… Read More
2018-04-12 06:35
Picture a coffee farmer.Does he have a mustache and a donkey?There’s a good chance you’re thinking of Juan Valdez, an iconic mascot created for Colombian coffee bean growers and… Read More
2018-04-12 01:05
Even the most casual coffee drinker has likely crossed paths with the term “Arabica” at some point in their lives.The reason for this, apart from Coffea arabica’s considera… Read More
![Best Espresso Machine: 20 Top Models RANKED [2018 Update]](https://cdn.blogarama.com/images/posts_thumbs_site_id/12863/1286347-4197239872.w320.jpg "Best Espresso Machine: 20 Top Models RANKED [2018 Update]")
2018-04-08 01:28
Americans love coffee, so much that 34% of women and 14% of men name espresso, cappuccinos, or lattes their coffee beverage of choice according to a 2015 Zagat survey.But at an average price… Read More
![Best Milk Frother: 7 Models To Help You Make The Perfect Cappuccino Or Latte [2018 Update]](https://cdn.blogarama.com/images/posts_thumbs_site_id/12863/1286347-3696908553.w320.jpg "Best Milk Frother: 7 Models To Help You Make The Perfect Cappuccino Or Latte [2018 Update]")
2018-03-31 19:07
Specialty coffee consumption is on the rise in the United States.According to a Specialty Coffee Association survey, the percentage of Americans who enjoy a weekly specialty coffee is up fro… Read More
2018-03-21 07:08
K-Cups. Keurig 2.0. Pod scanning technology. VertuoLine. Centrifusion. T-Discs. Reusable pods.For the uninitiated, who only want a convenient coffee machine that’s easy to use, it can… Read More
2018-03-21 06:20
This is a guest post by Caroline Black. If you’d like to contribute, check out our guest post guidelines.The world is obsessed with coffee.Coffee gives a great jolt of energy and… Read More
2018-03-07 17:55
We received the following product from Cafe Joe USA but are in no way compensated for our review. It’s 100% honest and unbiased.Nespresso drinkers rejoice!There’s a new lower-cos… Read More
![The Best Cuisinart Espresso Maker: Comparing 6 Different Models [2018 Update]](https://cdn.blogarama.com/images/posts_thumbs_site_id/12863/1286347-3890822386.w320.jpg "The Best Cuisinart Espresso Maker: Comparing 6 Different Models [2018 Update]")
2018-03-03 00:02
Which is the best Cuisinart espresso maker?That depends on your needs. These are the 6 different models:EM-100EM-200EM-400EM-600EM-1000ES1500The EM-100 and EM-200 are basic pump espresso mac… Read More
2018-02-24 22:30
This is a guest post by Aron Schoenfeld of Cafe Joe USA. If you’d like to contribute, check out our guest post guidelines.
Every day millions of Americans wake up and start their day… Read More
2018-01-30 22:37
KitchenAid has been serving up kitchen appliances for nearly 100 years.Founded in 1919, the company’s first product to market was a stand mixer.You know their iconic logo?Yup, that&rsq&hell…Read More
2018-01-29 01:29
Any time you search for a kitchen appliance, there’s a good chance you’ll come across a DeLonghi.They’re everywhere.But while DeLonghi makes approximately 65,000,000 differ… Read More
2018-01-27 05:58
This is a guest post by Amelia Johnson. If you would like to contribute to The Coffee Maven, check out our Guest Post Guidelines.Why do you drink coffee?Is it for its delicious taste and aro… Read More
2018-01-20 08:01
Choosing an espresso machine can be a daunting task.You want to get a durable model that does everything you want.But you don’t want to get stuck with a machine that pulls a sub-par sh… Read More
2018-01-15 20:45
This is a guest post by Jack White. If you would like to contribute to The Coffee Maven, check out our Guest Post Guidelines.No matter where you come from, you probably share the love for co… Read More
2018-01-10 07:06
If you’re a coffee drinker looking to better understand and/or get into the world of espresso, be prepared to hear the espresso drinker’s terminology:PulledShotRistrettoLungoCrem… Read More
2018-01-05 20:05
When I learned how to make espresso, I remember thinking how complicated it was.All this work for a measly 1.5 oz beverage?!I quickly grew to love the process and really enjoyed making it my… Read More
2017-12-29 05:21
I’m a long black coffee drinker first and foremost.Whether I’m at home or at the office, my AeroPress is never far away.But while I love a vibrant, flavorful medium roast, someti… Read More
![Best Copper Espresso Machine: Comparing 2 Great Manufacturers [2017 Update]](https://cdn.blogarama.com/images/posts_thumbs_site_id/12863/1286347-1234046149.w320.jpg "Best Copper Espresso Machine: Comparing 2 Great Manufacturers [2017 Update]")
2017-12-21 21:43
Espresso machines are a true example of “you get what you pay for.”Entry level espresso drinkers can spend under $500 and get a serviceable machine which will meet most of their… Read More
2017-12-16 21:10
Looking for a new single serve espresso machine?You’ve come to the right place.Keurig and Nespresso are the two biggest names in the single serve industry, and they market their produc… Read More
2017-12-16 04:20
When it comes to pod- or capsule-based coffee machines, I’m a Nespresso fanboy.No other company in the niche makes machines with the same durability and reliability as Nespresso… Read More
![Compare Nespresso Machines: Complete Guide To All 17 Models [2017 Update]](https://cdn.blogarama.com/images/posts_thumbs_site_id/12863/1286347-1919523191.w320.jpg "Compare Nespresso Machines: Complete Guide To All 17 Models [2017 Update]")
2017-12-12 07:31
Cell phones, laptops, blenders — if you’re like me, you hate trying to compare the similarities and difference of models which seem almost identical!That’s why I’ve p… Read More
![Best DeLonghi Espresso Machine: The Top 5 [2017 Update]](https://cdn.blogarama.com/images/posts_thumbs_site_id/12863/1286347-4212326470.w320.jpg "Best DeLonghi Espresso Machine: The Top 5 [2017 Update]")
2017-11-15 07:08
If you’ve been searching for an espresso machine, chances are you’ve come across a DeLonghi.Or 27 of them.The Italian company has been around since 1902 and has their hands in ju… Read More
2017-10-03 06:42
Sale
DeLonghi ESAM3300 Magnifica Super-Au… Read More
2017-09-26 05:34
Nespresso owners know the company is great at providing their customers with two things:
Quality, durable espresso machines
A ton of convenience
What they don’t necessarily deliver is… Read More
2017-09-16 23:45
Variety is the spice of life, and some days coffee is my life.
That makes variety in my coffee one the most important things to me.
For those like me, who want to see, taste and experience e… Read More
![Best Espresso Machine Under $300: The Top 5 [UPDATED Bonus Model]](https://cdn.blogarama.com/images/posts_thumbs_site_id/12863/1286347-1343774249.w320.jpg "Best Espresso Machine Under $300: The Top 5 [UPDATED Bonus Model]")
2017-09-11 00:14
You want to pull your own espresso shots and make lattes and cappuccinos from home.
But you don’t want to break the bank.
Guess what?
You’re in the right place.
For daily espress… Read More
2017-09-06 01:12
Question: What do you do if you want a great latte without (a) a ton of hassle and (b) an exorbitant coffee shop price tag?
Answer: Get a Nespresso machine.
Pour milk into your frother and w… Read More
![Top 10 Gifts Ideas For Coffee Lovers [2017 Update!]](https://cdn.blogarama.com/images/posts_thumbs_site_id/12863/1286347-164132821.w320.jpg "Top 10 Gifts Ideas For Coffee Lovers [2017 Update!]")
2017-09-04 19:51
This is a guest post from Lyle, who writes for Tassimo Coffee Reviews. For great Tassimo-related content, make sure to check them out!
Picking a gift for someone can be difficult — an… Read More
2017-09-03 19:59
True espresso is defined by the extraction process, specifically the following criteria:
200ºF water temperature
9 bars of pressure during extraction
25-30 seconds of extraction time
Th… Read More
2017-09-02 18:34
Manual brewing methods are increasing in popularity as a generation of home baristas look to increase their control over the brewing process. This has led to increased interest in pour… Read More
2017-08-29 05:42
There’s more than one way to skin a cat brew a delicious cup of coffee. These 8 different types of coffee makers run the gamut from newfangled tech to old world engineering.
1. Au… Read More
2017-08-27 23:07
The Coffee Maven Conclusion
The DeLonghi EC702 is an ideal entry level espresso machine for first-time buyers who want an inexpensive, low-risk model to get their feet wet with pulling sh… Read More
2017-08-24 04:25
Want to see something crazy?
Do this:
Go to Amazon.com
Search for “super automatic espresso machine”
Sort by “Price: High to Low”
(Or just click here, I did it for yo… Read More
2017-08-12 22:46
I know why you’re here.You want quality espresso without going to an expensive coffee shop, andYou don’t want to pay hundreds (or thousands!) of dollars for it.I feel your pain.I… Read More
2017-08-05 22:51
Sale
Jura ENA Micro 9 One Touch Automatic… Read More
2017-07-01 04:06
Sale
Gaggia Anima Prestige Automatic Coff… Read More
2017-06-30 22:49
Gaggia Anima Coffee and Espresso Machine… Read More
2017-06-30 06:49
Breville 800ESXL 15-Bar Triple-Priming D… Read More
2017-06-29 23:31
Sale
Nespresso C70-US-TI-NE Prodigio Espresso Maker, Titan
Easy inserti… Read More
2017-06-24 21:37
Keurig K400 vs K450 — do you know the 1 difference between these nearly identical models?
The K400 series of brewers is a big step up from the K200 and K300 models:
Larger water reserv… Read More
2017-06-23 01:30
Nespresso makes the best pod-based coffee makers available.
That’s a fact.
(OK, it’s an opinion, and only one opinion at that!)
In 2014, after years of capsule coffee excellence… Read More
2017-06-22 16:00
Nespresso espresso machines offer convenience, compact design and the best possible coffee from a capsule-based system.
There are two types of Nespresso machines:
OriginalLine
VertuoLine
Bot… Read More
2017-06-21 21:20
Do you know how to drain a Keurig coffee maker?
If not, you’re about to!
This step can be daunting as Keurig does not make it easy to access the internal tank.
But if you plan on… Read More
2017-06-20 00:25
“There’s no way I’m buying a Nespresso machine. They cost like $150 and then the capsules you need to use are so expensive! Plus, you can’t make all of those great dr… Read More
2017-06-18 01:42
Your average Nespresso capsule will cost around $0.75 for OriginalLine machines and around $1.00 for VertuoLine machines.
While it’s much less than an espresso or latte at your local c… Read More
2017-06-16 00:19
Pod- and capsule-based brewing systems are praised for their convenience.
But you know what isn’t convenient?
Storing dozens of single-serve capsules!
To solve this problem, companies… Read More
2017-06-14 01:12
What’s better than saving over $1,000 each year by making barista-quality beverages at home?
Bundling everything you need and taking another 20% off the top!
Nespresso espresso machine… Read More
2017-06-13 00:44
If you’re tired of weak coffee, watered down iced coffee, or need that extra caffeine kick, then we have the answer for you.
Double brewed coffee.
Quick tangent: I’m a sucker for… Read More
2017-06-12 15:38
Keurig K55 vs K250 — do you know the differences between these two models?
Keurig has over 50 different coffee maker models.
A lot of them are almost the same.
(Maybe 1 or 2 small diff… Read More
2017-06-12 02:37
Keurig K150 vs K155 — do you know the differences between these two similar models?
Both the K150 and K155 are part of Keurig’s commercial product line: the OfficePRO series.
The… Read More
2017-06-12 00:27
Keurig K500 vs K550 — do you know the difference between these two similar models?
And yes, I said difference…singular.
Only one thing separates these two brewers, which ar… Read More
2017-06-11 05:36
Keurig K250 vs K350 — do you know the differences between these two similar models?
If you don’t, you’re in the right place!
Keurig has released over 50 different models, m… Read More
2017-06-11 05:35
Keurig K350 vs K450 — do you know the differences between these two similar models?
Both are part of Keurig’s 2.0 product line, which features barcode scanning technology for Keu… Read More
2017-06-11 04:48
Keurig K450 vs K550 — do you know the differences between these two similar models?
Hint: There are 5 major differences.
Can you name them?
Pod compatibility? Nope.
Temperature or stre… Read More
2017-06-11 03:59
Keurig K425 vs K525 — how do you tell these nearly identical brewers apart?
It isn’t K-cup functionality, brew sizes, or temperature/strength control.
But there are 5 key di… Read More
2017-06-10 07:24
Each year 2.5 million French Presses are sold in the United States alone. That’s one French Press sold for every 100 US adults every single year.
Considering many French Press use… Read More
2017-06-06 19:25
Can you eat coffee beans?
Absolutely!
In fact, eating coffee beans was the original method of ingesting them.
Consuming whole beans actually gives you more of the bean’s amazing health… Read More
2017-06-04 23:40
There are a lot of great reasons to want to drink coffee. For example, consider the following health benefits:
Decreased risk of Type 2 diabetes
Decreased risk of Alzheimer’s disease
D… Read More
2017-06-04 19:10
Ninja Coffee Bar vs Keurig — do you know the key differences between two of the leading coffee maker manufacturers?
The Ninja Coffee Bar System made by SharkNinja is marketed as a cafe… Read More
2017-06-04 04:01
Keurig K475 vs K575 — do you know the differences between these two similar models?
Both are part of Keurig’s 2.0 brewing system, so that isn’t it.
Think it’s K-cup c… Read More
2017-06-04 03:18
The Keurig K40 and K45 are the single serve giant’s low-end brewers.
Pop in a pod and choose one of three serving sizes.
That’s all there is to it. There are no bells, no wh… Read More
2017-06-03 19:44
Keurig K45 vs K55 — what’s the difference between these two nearly identical models?
Currently the K55 is the top selling Keurig coffee maker because it offers affordab… Read More
2017-05-31 02:04
Keurig K525 vs K575 — what’s the difference between these nearly identical models?
You’re not the first person to ask.
Keurig’s way of releasing models can… Read More
2017-05-30 04:29
Keurig K550 vs K575 — do you know the difference between these nearly identical models?
Unfortunately, most other sites don’t!
Repeatedly I read comments to the effect of “… Read More
2017-05-30 02:23
Keurig K300 vs K350 — how do you tell these nearly identical models apart?
I struggled to find a website that even attempted to answer this question, and those that did generally got i… Read More
2017-05-29 20:41
Keurig K425 vs K475 — how do you tell these nearly identical brewers apart?
Don’t worry, you aren’t the first person to ask this question.
Keurig has been confusing would-b… Read More
2017-05-28 21:57
Keurig K10 vs K15 — they both look identical, so how do you choose between them?
Other sites in the top search results say things like this:
Despite the similarities between the Keurig… Read More
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