Mike Breach is a barista phenomenon that makes portraits in the top of your latte. He makes us feel like every piece of art we've ever created is only fit for first-grade pinning to the fridge. Yeah, it's that cool.
When we need to get things done, our spark usually comes in the form of espresso. Problem is, we either need to run to a coffee shop or fire up the ole pod machine to get our caffeine infusion. The Nomad is an ultra portable, green (not just in color) espresso maker. Adopting the ideology of classic Italian espresso ... continue reading
You probably already know the benefits of using whiskey stones instead of ice in your drink. Basically, they cool your drink without watering it down so you get all the flavor you expect at a bit more pleasant temperature. With these Icon Whiskey Stones, you can add a bit more fun to your boozing experience. Available ... continue reading
We don’t just love coffee, we need coffee. That’s a whole lot bigger than love. Could we survive without it? Frankly, we just don’t know, and we’re not about to find out. While we’ve consumed cup after cup, we’ve noticed some pretty awesome packaging along the way. Here are some of our favorites to gawk at while you down your energy liquid. ... continue reading
There are two types of coffee drinkers these days, those that drop in a K-Cup and hurry about their day, and those that take a bit more time and spend a bit more money to get a really great cup. For the latter, the beans from Stumptown almost always hit the spot. The latest offering from the hip roaster is their Panama ... continue reading
Get ready for 12 minutes of pure coffee porn. While you try to keep your moaning to a minimum, you'll get an inside look at some shops and roasters that take coffee very seriously (Blue Bottle Coffee among others). It's a short documentary about a passion for the perfect cup and all that involves. Now who wants to ... continue reading
Before the hipster invasion, Brooklynites were known for having a way of speaking that wasn't characterized by aloofness and cryptic irony. Those from Manhattan's little brother were known for a bit of an accent that seemingly had a hard time ending any word with an "r." As an ode to those fine folks, there are these ... continue reading
Approximately 99% of the iced coffee you've had in your life is a joke. For the most part, it's just crap coffee that's been cooled down with a bunch of ice. It's a big middle finger to you and your taste buds. Slingshot Coffee is a delicious way to wipe your palate clean. The stylishly packed brew comes both as a ... continue reading
If you drink coffee, you have a favorite coffee spot. For most people, that favorite spot doesn't have bucks or an animal in the name. Unfortunately, if your favorite spot is anything like ours, it closes at a respectable hour because no one in their right mind drinks coffee after 10pm. Apparently we're not in our ... continue reading
Where would we be without coffee? Well, we’re not exactly sure, but we’d guess in a bed somewhere. In fact, we’d probably have been in a bed for the last few years. Coffee is our gasoline. If you also happen to rely on java to get you going, here’s some of the best gear to accompany your habit. ... continue reading
You don't need a pricey coffee machine to make a good cup of morning brew, all you need is a French press. The problem is, using one requires a whole process and a decent amount of cleanup. To remove at least part of those problems, there's the Minibru Coffee Mug. The mug-press hybrid lets you enjoy your coffee right ... continue reading
If you're looking for a clean and sharp design to gaze at while making your morning coffee, the Delizio Uno coffee maker might be your next purchase. The capsule brewer is super slim and a minimal design buff's dream come true for caffeine injection. The unit heats up in 15 seconds and offers manual controls for the ... continue reading
99% of the time we take our coffee very seriously. We know the one place to go or the exact beans to buy and we get down to business. The other 1% of the time, we experiment. In all our samplings of different hued roasts and exotic flavors, we can safely say we haven’t stumbled across anything like these coffees before. These are the 13 Coffees You Never Knew Existed. ... continue reading
The difference between good coffee and bad coffee is night and day. The problem is, even good coffee, once cold, is horrific. The Impress Coffee Brewer is a one-cup coffee maker that will fix that problem. Without using any filters or French press-esque coils and plungers, The Impress Coffee Brewer will brew you a ... continue reading
Starbucks is like the New York Yankees, you either love them or you hate them with every fiber of your being. If you happen to be in the category of folks who enjoy the coffee so much you don't mind ordering in a foreign language, there's Verismo. While we don't know exactly what Verismo means (though we believe it ... continue reading
Photography is like surfing, there's a lot of waiting between the action. While trying to ride some waves, at least your down time is occupied by strenuous paddling, while awaiting the perfect shot, you're just plain sitting there. That kind of fortitude requires assistance, and we usually turn to a cup of Brazilian ... continue reading
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