Lavender Is The Star Of Starbucks' Spring Lineup
Spring has officially sprung at Starbucks with the introduction of two new lavender drinks: Iced Lavender Cream Oatmilk Matcha and Iced Lavender Oatmilk Latte.
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The Reason European Cafes Serve Shots Of Water With Their Coffee
If you visit Italy and stop to get a cheeky espresso, you may be surprised to see a small glass of water plopped down beside your coffee. Here's why. -
How To Pick The Best Coffee Bags For Lasting Freshness
There are plenty of ways to ensure your morning cup of joe tastes as fresh as possible, and picking the best bag when you shop is your first step. -
What Is A Breve Coffee And How Is It Not A Latte?
If you've heard of breve coffee and wondered how it's different from a latte, the answer is: not very! After all, breve just means half and half. -
How To Spike Your Starbucks Vanilla Latte For A Tasty Kick
Vanilla lattes are nice enough on their own, but you can take your Starbucks favorite home and add alcohol to create the cocktail of your dreams. -
Does The Starbucks 3-For-1 Hack Really Work?
Starbucks can get pricey and fast depending on what you order, so finding ways to save can feel transformative. But does that 3-for-1 hack actually work? -
Baking Soda Is The Ultimate Secret Ingredient For Better Iced Tea
Adding a pinch of baking soda to a pitcher of iced tea can help balance any bitterness present from the tea leaves, and remove the cloudiness in the beverage. -
The Country That Produces The Most Coffee In The World
Coffee is a popular American drink but most of the beans are imported from around the globe, including this country that produces the most coffee in the world. -
How French Roast Coffee Gets Its Smoky Flavor
There are maybe a million ways to drink your coffee, but one popular roast is French, known its deep notes and smoky quality. But how does it taste so smoky? -
Why Coffee Cost A Penny During The Enlightenment Period
We may lament the price of coffee today, but it was once one of the cheapest beverages available, and that affordability fueled the Age of Enlightenment. -
The London Fog Latte Started As A Pregnancy Craving
One of the lovely side effects of pregnancy is morning sickness. When one person could no longer tolerate coffee but still wanted caffeine, she turned to tea. -
Here's Where Dutch Bros Sources Its Coffee From
Dutch Bros is known for its sweet coffee and even sweeter baristas, but where does the company actually source its beans? Well, predominantly South America. -
The Vietnamese Coffee Dupe You Can Order At Starbucks
For lovers of Vietnamese coffee, this custom Starbucks drink gives you the same flavors in an easy-to-order formula that's sure to hit the spot. -
3 Syrups You Can Use For Plant-Based Starbucks Drinks
While there are many vegan or plant-based options available at Starbucks, these three syrups in particular are Starbucks-certified safe for vegans. -
Why You Use A Bamboo (Not Metal) Whisk When Making Matcha
While you can easily get matcha at your local coffee shop, a devoted matcha drinker may prefer to have a home kit, complete with a chasen, or bamboo whisk. -
5 Reasons Your Home-Brewed Coffee Tastes Sour
If the coffee you brew at home routinely tastes a little sour, then you may need to check these five things before making your next cup of joe. -
What Makes Kona Coffee So Expensive?
Kona is one of the most delicious, but also expensive, types of coffee available for purchase. But while, yes, it makes a good cup, why is it so pricey? -
Mix Instant Hot Chocolate And Coffee For An Effortless At-Home Mocha
In its simplest form, you can make a mocha by pouring coffee over some instant hot chocolate mix and then stirring to blend the java and cocoa flavors. -
How Long Bottled Kombucha Will Stay Fresh After Opening
A bottle of kombucha lasts for a long time unopened, but once you open it, you should store it properly and use it up within these recommended timeframes. -
The Reason Starbucks Doesn't Call Its Coffee Sizes Small, Medium, Or Large
It might seem like Starbucks invented its distinctive beverage size names to differentiate itself, but they're actually rooted in the company's history. -
White Coffee Is The Perfect Variety For A Sweeter Tasting Brew
White coffee isn't to be confused of a coffee with milk -- it's a type of roasted coffee bean that's totally unique and worth a try if you like a mild brew. -
The Secret Ingredient Tea To Add Smoky Flavor To Any Dish
Any tea drinker knows that different types of tea have vastly different flavor profiles, and if you want to add a smoky touch to dishes, you need this tea. -
How To Order The Ultimate Decadent Hot Chocolate At Starbucks
While there's nothing wrong with the standard hot chocolate at Starbucks, for those looking for something truly decadent, here's what you can order. -
Why Starbucks Baristas Hate Making Iced Green Tea Lattes
Ordering an iced green tea latte at Starbucks means your drink is more likely to be clumpy, as the matcha powder might not fully incorporate into the milk. -
How To Clean And Care For A Moka Coffee Pot
Your moka coffee pot, just like an espresso machine, drip coffee pot, or French press, needs to be cleaned regularly to make sure you get the best cup of Joe. -
Swap In Apple Juice For A Sweeter Take On Starbucks' Tea-Lemonades
If you want something more sweet and less mouth-puckeringly tart, it's time to swap the lemonade in your Starbucks iced tea for a splash of apple juice. -
Ina Garten's Chocolate Cake Uses Coffee 2 Ways
While, yes, coffee adds a bit of caffeine to your dessert, it perfectly complements the tasting notes in chocolate, making things taste even more chocolatey.
