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Coffee Break

by Melissa Lauer, eHow Editor

Get your morning jolt

For many, no morning would be complete without that first cup of coffee. If you are one of those java-loving individuals, have we got the guide for you.

Coffee Basics

  • How to Properly Taste Coffee

    Just like wine, the taste and quality of coffee can be very complex. Knowing how to properly taste coffee is the first step in understanding these complexities. Read More

  • How to Make Really Strong Coffee

    Partly because of the gourmet coffee craze, more Americans are preferring to drink their coffee the way Europeans do--really strong. If you can't always afford the steep Read More

  • How to Make Manual Drip Coffee

    For connoisseurs, coffee is serious business. Many people find that automatic drip coffee machines alter the flavor of coffee, as day in and day out coffee is filtered Read More

  • How to Brew Coffee with a French Press

    Gourmet coffee that you might pay more than $5 a cup for is only minutes away in your very own French press. These devices get the absolute most flavor from your coffee Read More

  • How to Recycle Stale Coffee

    Going "Green" means finding new ways to use just about everything, including stale coffee and used grounds. Recycle leftover coffee and grounds in productive and helpful Read More

  • How to Choose Coffee Beans

    Enhance your coffee experience by learning how to select beans. Coffee enthusiasts agree: The best coffee is made from freshly roasted, freshly ground beans. Read More

  • How to Grind Coffee Beans

    Would you drink beer that has been opened for two days? If the answer is "no," you probably should consider not drinking coffee that is pre-ground. When coffee is ground, Read More

  • How to Keep Coffee Beans Fresh

    Most coffee lovers are on a continuing quest for the "perfect cup of coffee". Few things make for a better cup of coffee than using the freshest beans possible. Here are a Read More

  • How to Measure Coffee Grounds

    Coffee, ah that heavenly aroma that rises up from the kitchen tickling the senses and making the morning worth waking up to. Some people prefer to buy their coffee rather Read More

  • How to Make a Good Tasting Instant Coffee

    While many coffee connoisseurs turn their noses up at quick and convenient instant coffee, those powders or crystals can make brewing a cup of java a breeze. Instant Read More

Coffee with a Twist

  • How to Make a Mexican Coffee

    Another take on flavored coffees, Mexican Coffee gets its spice from a bit of cinnamon and its kick from coffee liqueur. Serves 1. Read More

  • How to Make Flavored Coffee

    Some coffee lovers feel that coffee should have no flavor other than coffee flavor. Other coffee drinkers like a variety of flavors in their favorite beverage. There is a Read More

  • How to Make Chocolate Coffee

    Chocolate coffee is a delicious hot drink that combines both the flavor of coffee and chocolate together for a refreshing and satisfying drink. Chocolate coffee taste great Read More

  • How to Make Cuban Coffee

    Traditionally, Latin American people take their morning coffee ritual very seriously. For them, it's not simply a dose of wake-up caffeine, but a social event where friends Read More

  • How to Make Kona Coffee

    While there are virtually an infinite number of ways to make a cup of coffee, it often helps to get tips from the ultimate coffee masters. Kona coffee is grown, roasted and Read More

  • How to Make Dessert Coffee

    For coffee lovers, a hot cup of java after dinner is both a pleasure and a comfort. You can treat yourself and the java fans you know to a special dessert coffee that will Read More

  • How to Make Italian Espresso Coffee

    Espresso is an important tradition in Italy, where it's prized for its intense aroma and deep hazelnut color. Italian coffee lovers have favorite techniques for creating Read More

  • How to Make Mayan Coffee

    If you have ever had the pleasure of tasting Mayan ice cream, Mayan hot chocolate or authentic Mayan cuisine, you may have already guessed some of the classic ingredients Read More

  • How to Make an Irish Coffee

    Irish whiskey and a dollop of whipped cream elevate this cup of coffee from the everyday to the sublime. Serves one. Read More

  • How to Make a Mocha Coffee Drink

    Mocha drinks are a dream come true for those who love coffee as much as they love chocolate. While many people feel that adding a bit of instant hot chocolate mix to their Read More

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