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Rose Latte Recipe: a Delicious Floral Twist to Your Morning Coffee

Roses? In coffee? That sounds crazy, but a rose latte can turn your expectations for coffee and flowers on their head. This delicious rose latte recipe is easy to put together at home, and the ingredients aren’t as fancy as you might think. What is a rose latte? A rose latte has the standard espresso and milk that an ordinary latte would have. However, while other lattes add sugar or sweetener, a rose latte requires rose syrup. Rose lattes are […]

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Homemade Coffee Creamer with Stevia: Quick & Easy Recipe

Plain coffee or tea isn’t everyone’s thing. However, most store-bought creamers aren’t healthy, especially if you are trying to minimize your consumption of sugars. Fortunately, you can easily sweeten your drinks with homemade stevia coffee creamer. This easy recipe will likely become a go-to! Why should you use a coffee creamer with stevia? The ketogenic diet, often referred to as keto, minimizes carbohydrates and allows plenty of healthy fats. It was originally invented to help people with epilepsy, but it

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Cold Brew vs. Americano: Cold Coffee Comparison

It’s a blazing hot day, and you are exhausted, so it’s time to get an iced coffee! But if you don’t drink much coffee (or always go for hot drinks), you might feel lost with the options on the menu. A cold brew? An iced Americano? What’s the difference? These popular cold coffee drinks seem similar but share much less than you might think. I wrote this guide to explain the differences between cold brew vs. Americano and help you

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Sparkling Americano: a Refreshing Drink You Can Make In Seconds

The sparkling Americano might sound like just another viral Tik Tok trend. However, espresso served with sparkling water is not the latest invention. Italians have been serving sparkling water on the side of espresso for ages, so why not combine the two? What is a sparkling Americano? In Italy or high-end coffee shops worldwide, you’ll more likely find espresso served with sparkling water on the side. This portion of sparkling water, sometimes called a sidecar, is meant to cleanse your

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Best Coffee For Moka Pot: 8 Options to Brew a Perfect Cup

Want to start your day with a quick, strong, and delicious cup of coffee? Then a Moka Pot is the way to go! This little coffee pot has a reputation as a handy espresso machine alternative for a good reason. However, some people don’t favor it for brewing bitter coffee. Hold your horses if you are about to chuck your Moka Pot out the window after one too many unpalatable coffee cups! The problem may be in the coffee, not

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How to Make Dirty Matcha Latte at Home

A dirty matcha latte is a drink that looks and tastes like spring. Powdered matcha green tea has an earthy flavor. The vibrant green color contrasted against the dark brown of espresso calls to mind grass sprouting from the soil. If you love matcha and coffee but have never had them together, you may be surprised that mixing these ingredients yields a delicious result. Read on for a dirty matcha latte recipe and tips on making this refreshing drink at

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Does Espresso Wake You Up? Separating Facts from Fiction

You didn’t sleep well last night, and a long, hard day awaits you. What can you do to make it through? If you are a coffee lover, you start your morning with a double shot of espresso coffee! Whether made at home or purchased at your favorite coffee shop, people rely on espresso’s reputation as a legendary eye-opener with high caffeine content. But is that really true? Does espresso wake you up any better than other caffeinated beverages? And is

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Best Coarse Ground Coffee For Cold Brew: Top 8 Picks

Is there a better way to start the day than with a refreshing energy booster? Cold brew coffee is the answer! Smooth yet concentrated, it is a perfect morning coffee, especially in summer. The best part is that you can easily make cold brew coffee yourself. You don’t need a lot of gear — just a mason jar, some coarsely ground coffee, and cold water. But what if your regular coffee is ground too fine for cold brew? Read on

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How to Make the Perfect French Toast Latte at Home

Craving something sweet and cozy for breakfast? Or maybe you feel like a treat but can’t be bothered going to your favorite coffee shop? French toast latte is the answer! With just a few ingredients, you can easily make it at home and enjoy it in a matter of minutes. What does a French toast latte taste like? French toast is a popular breakfast dish made by dipping bread in an egg and milk mixture and then frying it in

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Best Pre-Ground Coffee For French Press

The French press brewing method is great for new and seasoned coffee lovers alike. French press coffee makers are affordable, versatile, and easy to use. But which coffee lets you get the most out of your French press? owIf you’ve just bought or received your first French press, you might be at a loss browsing through a mind-boggling number of coffee varieties. Although grinding your own beans often makes the most delicious cup, pre-ground coffee can be a great starting

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