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Vacuum PACKED: Why do coffee bags have a little valve? - Coffee Life, a blog by EspressoWorks

Vacuum PACKED: Why do coffee bags have a little valve?

If you’ve ever bought a large amount of coffee beans, you’ll likely have noticed the presence of the coffee bag valve. This valve, though very important to the health of your coffee beans, may seem counter-intuitive at first. Why would there be a valve in your coffee bag? Well, we’ll find out if this is the case, or if coffee bag valves are a little more sophisticated than that.

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Coffee Drinks from Around the World - Africa - Coffee Life, a blog by EspressoWorks

Coffee Drinks from Around the World - Africa

A lot of people may be surprised to learn that Africa is actually the birthplace of coffee. This is likely because compared to European and South American countries, coffee is generally consumed on a smaller scale by African locals. However, with 13% of the world’s coffee production taking place in Africa, the continent is seeing a surge in the number of people developing a passion for coffee. 

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How many bars of pressure for the perfect coffee and espresso? - Coffee Life Blog by EspressoWorks

How many bars of pressure for the perfect coffee and espresso?

When it comes to understanding coffee, BARs of pressure are often laid to the wayside in favor of discussing coffee bean varieties, roast levels, and the various ratios required to make different styles of coffee. And yet, knowing about BARs of pressure is essential for anyone that owns a coffee machine – or is planning to buy one – since it directly correlates with how effectively your coffee machine can make espresso shots and extract flavor. So, if you want to learn all about the BAR necessities of coffee, look no further!

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Making Turkish Coffee at Home - Coffee Life by EspressoWorks

Making Turkish Coffee at Home

With a rich cultural heritage that goes back over 500 years, Turkish coffee is a traditional drink that is steeped in as much history as it is in flavor. Despite its longstanding historical significance, brewing Turkish coffee at home doesn’t take much time at all! In just a few minutes, you could brew a stunning cup of coffee that is sure to expand your coffee horizons!

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Coffee Drinks from around the world - South America - Coffee Life, a blog by EspressoWorks

Coffee Drinks from around the world - South America

Though coffee didn’t originate in South America, it has quickly become one of the most commonly cultivated plants in the region. Thanks to a combination of perfect geography, ideal topography, and the right weather conditions, South America (in particular, Brazil) has become the world’s leading region for coffee production. With so much coffee to go around, you can bet that South America has a thriving coffee culture with several unique coffee drinks found nowhere else in the world. Let’s take a look at four of these special beverages that you may never have heard of, but are beloved classics in various regions of South America!

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Matcha Coffee Recipe - Coffee Life, a blog by EspressoWorks

Matcha Coffee Recipe

Who would have thought that tea and coffee would meld so well together? And yet, there’s no denying that matcha coffee is a delicious match made in heaven! Though matcha coffee is now a staple in cafes around the world, did you know that matcha actually has an incredible history that spans nearly a millennium and even has loads of amazing health benefits?

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How to thoroughly clean and descale your EspressoWorks Espresso and Coffee Maker - Coffee Life by EspressoWorks

How To Thoroughly Clean & Descale Your EspressoWorks Espresso and Coffee Maker

Why is your coffee starting to taste worse than it did when your coffee maker was new? Well, the answer could simply be that you no longer have a clean coffee maker and need to spend some time descaling and maintaining your machine. That’s right, spending a little extra time to clean your coffee maker could be the difference between having an unsatisfying coffee experience and an amazing one!

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Holiday Gift Guide for Coffee Lovers - Coffee Life, a blog by EspressoWorks

Holiday Gift Guide for Coffee Lovers

Preparing a gift for coffee lovers can be a daunting task, especially if you aren’t super well-versed with all the tools, products, and equipment that coffee experts use regularly. Luckily, we’ve put together a list of wonderful goodies that will be sure to perk up the day of even the most ardent coffee lover – no caffeine necessary!

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What’s the perfect coffee to water ratio? - Coffee Life, a blog by EspressoWorks

What’s the perfect coffee to water ratio?

Brewing coffee can be as exact or as approximate of a procedure as you like, but to brew a consistently good cup of joe, you’ll definitely need to be on top of your coffee to water ratios. Before diving into exact ratios and how to measure them out, let’s take a look at a few reasons why coffee water ratios even exist and why they can really level up your coffee brewing experience. 

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