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Our Ultimate Coffee Guide: Everything You Should Know

A guide to all things coffee, for everyone from novice to expert.

We know, you love coffee. It’s probably the least original thing about you.

We don’t need to tell you that coffee is insanely popular and that countless people rely on it for basic executive functioning skills. Honestly, I’m not sure how I’m writing this on a Monday morning without having had any first. (Please clap.)

But just because you’re very well acquainted with coffee doesn’t mean you know everything you want to about these powerful little beans. After all, there’s kind of a lot to know. 

I worked in a coffee shop for a while and accidentally ended up on coffee farms in several Central American countries, witnessing many of the steps in the production process that most people in the United States never see. But I still didn’t know half of what’s covered in our ultimate coffee guide below because there’s just so much you can do with coffee.

Whether you make coffee at home or order it at a coffee shop — even if you think you’re dead set on your coffee routine — take a minute to read through some of the explainers and guides below. You might realize you’re not properly cleaning your coffee maker, or that there’s a different drink out there that would better suit your tastes!

Regardless of where you’re at in your coffee journey, our Ultimate Coffee Guide can be enlightening.

Be sure to bookmark this page (or “save” it in your Grow account, if you have one!) so you can easily reference it later. Plus, we’ll update this list as we add new coffee content to Food Fanatic so you can easily keep it all in one place!

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How to Make Coffee in a Microwave Photo
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How to Make Coffee in a Microwave: Our Best Tips
If there’s a will, there’s a way. Learn the simple steps to make microwave coffee.
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How To Make Iced Coffee With a French Press Photo
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How To Make Iced Coffee With a French Press
Making iced coffee at home with a French Press is easier than you think.
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3
The Best Coffee for Cold Brew Photo
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The Best Coffee for Cold Brew
If you love coffee and want to try your hand at making cold brew at home, this is how to choose the best coffee for cold brew.
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4
What Is Bulletproof Coffee? Photo
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What Is Bulletproof Coffee?
Curious about bulletproof coffee? What is bulletproof coffee and why is it so popular? We’re breaking down all the details.
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5
What Makes Cuban Coffee Different Photo
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What Makes Cuban Coffee Different? FAQ, Explained
Learn what makes Cuban coffee unique — and learn how to make it, too.
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6
How to Thicken Coffee Photo
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How to Thicken Coffee: Our Ultimate, Easy Guide
Whether it’s a matter of preference or a medical need, you may want to thicken your coffee. Here’s how.
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White Coffee, Explained Photo
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White Coffee: Everything You Need to Know About It
Our guide to all the basics about white coffee, and why you may prefer it.
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8
How To Clean a Coffee Maker Photo
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How To Clean a Coffee Maker
Keep your coffee maker running in tip top shape with regular cleaning – check out our tips for how to clean a coffee maker!
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How to Clean a Coffee Maker with Vinegar
Wondering how to clean a coffee maker with vinegar? We know the answer!
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How to Clean a Keurig with Vinegar Photo
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How to Clean a Keurig Coffee Maker With Vinegar
Cleaning with vinegar is safe, effective and non-toxic. See our tips for cleaning a Keurig coffee maker with vinegar.
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How To Make Chemex Coffee Photo
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How to Make Chemex Coffee
This easy-to-follow guide for how to make Chemex coffee will brighten your mornings in delicious fashion.
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12
Chemex Coffee Maker Review Photo
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Does a Chemex Really Make Better Coffee?
We’re answering all of your brewing questions about the famed Chemex coffee makers in this handy Chemex guide.
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13
Blonde Espresso, Explained Photo
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Blonde Espresso, Explained: What is This Coffee?
What’s blonde espresso, and how is it different from regular espresso or white coffee? We explain.
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How Long Can Coffee Creamer Sit Out Photo
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How Long Can Coffee Creamer Sit Out Before Going Bad?
Our coffee fanatic weighs in on best practices for your coffee creamer.
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Can You Put Milk in a Coffee Maker Photo
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Can You Put Milk in a Coffee Maker? What to Know
Learn the best, safest ways to add milk to your coffee.
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Iced Coffee Cocktail Photo
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Iced Coffee Cocktail
This iced coffee cocktail is what you need. Whether it’s cold outside or hot, you’ll want to sip slowly and indulge!
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17
Homemade Coffee Liqueur Photo
Susannah Brinkley
Homemade Coffee Liqueur Recipe
Homemade Coffee Liqueur makes a sweet holiday gift for all the coffee lovers in your life! All you need is vodka or rum, vanilla simple syrup, fresh brewed coffee and a jar or bottle, and this popular spirit is yours to gift or drink!
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Can You Make Tea in a Coffee Maker Photo
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Can You Make Tea in a Coffee Maker?
Need to make tea in a pinch, but only have a coffee maker? Start here.
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How to Make Coffee Less Acidic Photo
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How to Make Coffee Less Acidic (Without Ruining It)
There are a bunch of different approaches for how to make coffee less acidic.
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Happy relaxed grey-haired woman drinking coffee relaxing on sofa at home.
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Drip Coffee vs Keurig: Which Coffee Maker is Better?
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Using a whisk to froth coffee creamer for Dalgona coffee
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How to Froth Coffee Creamer Without a Frother
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A close up of a young woman pouring French press coffee into a mug in the kitchen. High quality photo
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Best Pre Ground Coffee for French Press at Home
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