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Coffee tasting packs: how to compare varieties properly

Tasting packs are ideal for discovering new brands. The key is not to change too many variables at once.

Italian roasting is often equated with dark and strong. In reality, it is about style, balance and preparation.

Cold brew and iced espresso are both cold but taste completely different. Preparation determines body, acidity and speed.

Many people want strong coffee without a burnt aftertaste. The right blend makes the difference.

Bitterness is part of espresso, but it should not dominate everything. Coffee, extraction and water can make a big difference.

In holiday homes and guest areas, coffee needs to be simple, tidy and reliable. E.S.E. pods are ideal for this.

You do not need every barista tool. Useful accessories make coffee better, tidier or simpler.

Compatible capsules bring more choice to the Nespresso system. Compatibility, intensity and roast profile are crucial.

Good espresso at home does not require complicated science, but a few mistakes can make even good coffees taste flat or bitter.

Many bean-to-cup machines can make noticeably better espresso when coffee beans, grind size and water quantity work together.

Air, light, heat and moisture cause flavour loss. Correct storage makes a big difference in daily use.

Speed, cleanliness and simple operation count in the office. This is exactly where E.S.E. pod machines show their strengths.