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A Guide to Coffee Roasting Machines

Kim — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 20:07:55 +0000

Coffee roasting machines were originally developed in industrial sizes to help restaurants roast their own coffee, but have more recently started to appear in smaller sizes for home use. Whilst it is possible to roast your own coffee using an stove top or even a popcorn popper, a coffee roasting machine offers the advantage of being able to control how dark or light the roast is, giving you much more control of the overall flavor. read more..

Gevalia: The World’s Best Coffee Machine?

Kim — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 20:07:55 +0000

Gevalia, a subsidiary of Kraft Foods, is America’s premier coffee mail order service. Members are recruited by either e-mail or snail mail, and an attractive part of the package deal is the promise of a free 12-cup, Gevalia branded coffee maker. But is it really the best coffee machine out there? Or would you be better off shelling out over a thousand dollars for a coffee roasting machine or automatic coffee center? Obviously, if you don’t actually have the money to spare, the question will be a no-brainer. But even if you do, you may still be wondering if a Gevalia machine is the best coffee machine for you. read more..

Coffee Machines: Automatic for the People

Kim — Sun, 06 Sep 2009 20:07:55 +0000

Waking up to a fresh cup of cappuccino is as simple as pushing a button with an automatic coffee machine. Automatic coffee machines take the grind out of fresh ground coffee by doing most of the work for you: grinding the coffee beans, tamping the grounds and brewing them up to make your morning cup of java. In this article, we will help you select the best automatic coffee machine for your needs. read more..

A Specialty Coffee: Cappuccino Coffee Machine

Kim — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 20:07:55 +0000

Although many individuals are content to use an automatic coffee maker in their homes, which often has a timer so that it brews the coffee right before the individual awakens, there are some individuals who like to also be able to brew more specialty coffees such as espressos and cappuccinos. In order to do this, there is a need for a cappuccino coffee machine, which has all of the attachments needed to brew this specialized cup of coffee. read more..

Going Traditional: Italian Coffee Machine

Kim — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 20:07:55 +0000

There are some coffee connoisseurs that enjoy brewing coffee in different ways rather than just using a drip coffee maker, as is most commonly used in the United States. There are some who enjoy a more full bodied coffee, such as with an espresso or cappuccino coffee machine. There are others who enjoy brewing their coffee in a more traditional manner, from grinding their own beans, to using a coffee maker that has been used from almost the beginning of making coffee. Italian coffee machines are one way for these coffee drinking connoisseurs to enjoy a rich cup of Italian coffee in the comfort of their own homes. read more..

A Coffee Maker For Your Small Living Space

Kim — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 20:07:55 +0000

Just because you have a small living space does not mean that you cannot brew your own coffee! There are countless different small coffee makers that are perfect for small living spaces, and chances are you can find something that will suit your needs. There are single cup drip coffee machines, under the cabinet coffee makers, instant coffee tea bags, and even simply small regular coffee makers. What is right for your depends on your particular situation. read more..

Tips For Cleaning Your Coffee Maker

Kim — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 20:07:55 +0000

If you brew your own coffee at home instead of purchasing your coffee at a coffee shop, you know that you are saving hundreds of dollars a year. While this can be exciting, you might be getting disappointed in the fact that your coffee is beginning to taste a little bit different. Instead of throwing in the towel and going back to purchasing coffee at expensive coffee shops, you might need to try giving your coffee maker a thorough cleaning. You might think that you are cleaning your coffee maker just fine, but many people do not realize exactly what cleaning a coffee maker entails. read more..

Purchasing A Grind And Brew Coffee Maker

Kim — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 20:07:55 +0000

If you love to have your cup of coffee every morning, you probably either brew it at home or purchase it from a nearby coffee shop. If you are purchasing your coffee from a coffee shop daily, you are probably sinking hundreds of dollars into coffee every year! In addition, you are using hundreds of paper or Styrofoam cups each year. Even if you are using paper cups, if you do not recycle them daily then they are going to the landfill just like the Styrofoam cups are. If you want to save money and be a little bit greener for the planet, you should definitely brew your coffee at home instead of purchasing it at a coffee shop. read more..

Commercial Coffee Maker Information

Kim — Sat, 15 Aug 2009 20:07:55 +0000

If you are venturing into starting your own business, congratulations! If you have already decided that you need to purchase a commercial coffee maker, you have taken a step in the right direction. Coffee is something that almost every business can sell successfully. The mark up on coffee is very high, so you can charge several hundred percent more per cup than you pay to produce the coffee. A simple grind and brew coffee maker will most likely bring in several hundred dollars to your business every month. However, if you want to put any sort of focus on the coffee for your business, you will need to look into getting a commercial coffee maker. read more..

Drip Coffee Maker Information

Kim — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 20:07:55 +0000

In today’s modern coffee drinking world, people seem to gravitate towards the sleek and high tech cappuccino and espresso machines. It seems like the traditional drip coffee makers are being put on the back burner in favor of these newer models. However, many people still love their drip coffee makers and are not willing to give them up. In addition, these drip coffee machines are still the top selling coffee makers in the stores right now, so obviously people are still enjoying their dripped coffee in the comfort of their own homes! read more..