BARISTA TIP

Do you really need a leveler?

Why is the leveler, also known as the equalizer or pre-tamper, crucial for a really good espresso? Why do you need a WDT tool to get “aaahs” and “ooohs” (and great espresso) as a hobby barista? We have the answers here.

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Coffee Stories

The woman who invented the coffee filter.

It is quite possible that without Amalie Auguste Melitta Liebscher, coffee would not be the Germans’ favorite drink today. The lady in question invented the coffee filter 150 years ago and had it patented at the patent office as one of the first women ever. And in doing so – among other things – she laid the foundation for a family empire. Here, you can read more about this fascinating woman who revolutionized coffee.

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INTERNET OF SENSES

Really now? Virtual coffee?

Wouldn’t it be fantastic if you didn’t have to rely on wordy, flowery descriptions of the taste of coffee, wine, spices, etc. on the internet, but could actually let the flavors melt in your mouth? The Internet of Senses is supposed to make this possible in the future.

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GOOD TO KNOW

The best reasons for a coffee break.

“Do you have five minutes for coffee?” “Shall we discuss this over coffee?” “Let’s meet for coffee.” Coffee breaks are good for the team climate, for an informal exchange of information, for cohesion, for the social fabric. But there are many more reasons to take a break and have a coffee – apart from the indulgence. We’ve summarized the most important ones for you here (in case you ever have to convince someone of the benefits).

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MORE THAN TASTY

How healthy is coffee?

The morning coffee. The espresso after a meal. 1, 2, 3 cups during the meeting. In Germany, coffee is the most popular beverage of all: We drink an average of 169 liters per year. More than water (123.4 liters) and also more than beer (91.7 liters)* – who would have thought? But is it healthy? There are various myths and stereotypes about coffee. Here, we tell you how healthy coffee really is.

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