Don’t listen to what people tell you– gourmet coffee isn’t something shot out a cat’s ass. And it most certainly isn’t a sugar-stuffed Frappuccino (why not get a McFlurry?) or the $12 cinnamon-vanilla premium blend at the grocery store. Gourmet coffee is coffee...

Wear your coffee snob badge proudly, but remember that great coffee is for the masses. People may never truly understand or appreciate your pickiness. Chances are good they do want a few pointers for a better morning brew, though. Be a responsible coffee snob and lend a helping hand.

The staff at CoffeeKrave hopes you’re getting through the week in one piece. Here’s a quick look at what we’ve been reading.

If you’re looking for a way to shave a few seconds off your morning routine, a 2-cup coffee maker may be for you. These clever coffee makers brew straight into a set of two travel mugs (or whatever mug you prefer). It’s a convenient way to make sure you and your partner get their...

It takes just the right grind to get the best-tasting coffee, so a top-notch grinder is key. Although I don’t agree with Capresso’s claim that this conical burr grinder is “commercial-grade,” it has more than enough power for the home barista.The 8.5-ounce capacity and...

You may not be a professional, but every home barista should have at least one frothing pitcher handy.These stainless steel containers are a necessity for using the steam wand on your espresso machine to froth milk. Whether you’re making a latte, cappuccino or any other milk-based...

Maybe you feel jittery and have trouble concentrating at the end of the day, or perhaps you have a fever or throbbing headache. Either way, the symptoms of a caffeine overdose are usually very apparent– they often involve a trip to the toilet. Some symptoms of too much caffeine manifest...

“What is the best-tasting coffee in the world?” I’ve been asked this question or a similar one more than a few times. And the answer isn’t so straightforward. There may be a best car under $20,000, best restaurant in town or a best man for your wedding, but there is no...

As much as I love my French press, there’s a reason why so many people use drip coffee makers– they can make a large amount of coffee without much fuss. Yet drip brewers have a fundamental flaw– some coffee grounds get more water than others. A new offering, the Bunn Phase...

The best part of waking up certainly isn’t Folgers in your cup, or any type of coffee in your cup for that matter. Here’s a list of 15 amazing coffee wallpapers worth waking up to for your morning email check. A beautiful desktop is certainly an inspiration for me. Have a wallpaper...

The Cafe Solo from designer kitchenware maker Eva Solo is functional aesthetic in a small package. Like the Scanomat TopBrewer, the Danish-designed Cafe Solo leaves nothing to be desired in the style department. Brewing with the Solo is an experience into the essence of coffee. Add ground...

Unless you live in an Amish settlement, you’re probably very familiar with the concept of fair trade coffee. Three hundreds years ago, people in coffee growing regions had little power compared to their gun-toting colonialist rulers. Today, it’s a similar albeit somewhat better...

The staff at CoffeeKrave hopes you’re getting through the week in one piece. Here’s a quick look at what we’ve been reading.   Vikings and Coffee Interested in Norwegian coffee culture? Corey and Sam are very close to reaching their funding goal on Kickstarter for a...

Danish commercial coffee machine maker Scanomat just showed off its latest invention at GastroNord today in Stockholm. And I have to say, it’s awe-inspiring enough for me to book a plane ticket to Sweden. The TopBrewer combines everything you could ever want in an automatic espresso...

Start off the work week with these inspiring coffee splash finds from Flickr. Let’s face it, we could all use another cup right now. The theme for this Monday is coffee splashes. Ed Hardy Coffee Splash Credit: Dongga BS. Check out his coffee splash photo prints at XL Splash. Dropping...