The Americano, famously, is said to have been invented when American GIs in Italy after World War II wanted their espresso watered down to American tastes. Today, the beverage is preferred by those
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Etkin Launches New 2-Cup Dripper on Kickstarter
Istanbul-based coffee design firm Etkin is launching its new 2-cup pour-over dripper on Kickstarter. The campaign builds upon the success of the Etkin 8-cup Dripper, which was fully funded on Kicks
Coffee Compass Founder Launches New Company, Kickstarter Campaign
Coffee Compass cofounder Michael Butterworth is launching a new company. Etkin Design is a new Istanbul-based firm designing and manufacturing porcelain coffee makers and accessories. Its first pro
What Determines the Color of Brewed Coffee?
One of the most driven coffee professionals I’ve had the honor of meeting is Reza Kosar. In addition to being the first Iranian to become a licensed Q Grader, Reza is a talented coffee roaste
The Alchemist Pours Black Gold in Wilton Manors, Florida
We spend our lives searching for our destiny, while the universe conspires to help us achieve it. At least, this is the way of the world in Paulo Coelho’s internationally bestselling book The Alc
An Unexpected Romance
The sharp ringing of a morning alarm blares through the soothing darkness. Groaning in sleep-deprivation, I blindly throw one arm out to hit snooze.“15 more minutes…” I mumble out loud, f
Two Don’t-Miss Places to Get Coffee in Warsaw
There’s few things that make us want to break out our passport and hop on the next flight overseas than hearing about a good coffee shop. Today, guest contributor Andy Cenci returns with his
Three Must-Visit Coffee Shops in Tokyo
There are few things we enjoy more than traveling. Drinking coffee is one of them. Visiting world-class coffee shops in one of the most exciting cities in the world? That might take the cake. Toda
JURIA HOUSE: A TEMPLE FOR OLD TYPICA IN BALI
The main area in the hill town of Ubud, Bali, has no more than 2 or 3 large roads. Strangely most tourists bound themselves here. A turn to the narrow streets off the main roads quickly escapes the
The Wrath of the One Star Review
I had just walked in to the office and logged on to Yelp to check for any new reviews. At the top of one of our cafes was a three star review, not the greatest but not the worst. It got worse.