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How to choose coffee beans: roast profile guide
Learn how roast levels shape your coffee's flavor—from bright light roasts to bold dark profiles. Science-backed tips for smarter brewing.
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Berlin Coffee Guide
Explore Berlin's thriving coffee scene, from traditional coffeehouses to modern specialty coffee shops. Discover the best places to enjoy a delicious cup of coffee in the city.
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The 5 best coffee shops in Madrid in 2026
Hola Coffee, Toma Café, Ambu and two surprises. We visited our five favorites and tell you why.
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How to pull a perfect espresso at home (without breaking the bank)
Three baristas, a week of pulls and every grind setting we could try. The honest guide to pulling decent shots from your kitchen.
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Specialty coffee shops in Lisbon: updated guide
Lisbon has built its own coffee scene between azulejos and pastéis de nata. These are the shops you can't miss.
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The best coffee shops in Seville in 2026
Seville is waking up to specialty coffee. From Alameda to downtown, these are the shops changing the scene.
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The best coffee shops in Valencia in 2026
Valencia has become one of Spain's specialty coffee capitals. These are our 7 favorites.
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Colombia's coffee trail: what to visit and what to taste
From the Coffee Axis to Huila via Nariño. Farms, landscapes and cups that justify the trip.
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Set up a coffee corner at the office for under €100
Real coffee at the office without pod machines or absurd budgets. Just the essentials and a bit of common sense.
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Chemex vs V60: which to choose and why
Two filter coffee icons, two different philosophies. We break down design, flavor, ease of use, and who each one is for.
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French press: the complete step-by-step guide
The world's simplest brewer hides more technique than you'd think. Here's everything you need to get the most out of it.
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Grinder or machine: where to put your first euro
If you've got €500 and you're moving on from the moka pot, which of the two gives you more joy first. Spoiler: not the machine.
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How to choose whole bean coffee: origin, roast and freshness
A Q grader explains what to look for on the bag, what to ignore, and why roast date matters more than price.
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How to read a coffee label (and stop buying garbage)
Roast date, origin, variety, process and roast level. If the label doesn't say this, be suspicious.
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Good decaf exists. It's right here.
Three processes, three roasters and a verdict: why Swiss water decaf has changed the game.
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The best coffee shops in Barcelona: updated guide
Nømad, Right Side and three finds that aren't in tourist guides. Barcelona tastes like real coffee.