Barista Blog

Coffeeness is a blog about the fine art of the bean.


I’ve been writing about java since 2008 and love sharing my passion for a good brew with you. From its humble beginnings as a small blog about making coffee with a French press, Coffeeness has grown into the largest German website about joe. And that's all thanks to you!

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24 April 2025

How to Become a Coffee Roaster in 2025: Learn All the Secrets and Start a Coffee Roasting Business

Ever been in a coffee shop experiencing that signature fresh-roasted-bean aroma, thinking to yourself, "I bet I could do this?" If you're wondering how to become a coffee roaster, I'm [...]

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14 April 2025

Who Invented Espresso? A Brief History of Espresso and Its Inventor

Ever watched a rich, dark espresso extracting and wondered, "Who do I have to thank for this miracle? Who invented espresso?" I'll have you know that the espresso story is [...]

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14 April 2025

Instant Coffee Recipes: Lattes, Iced Drinks & More

I must admit that instant coffee isn't one of my favorite brews. But lately, I've seen instant coffee recipes on my social media feed. And it got me thinking. Are [...]

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9 April 2025

AeroPress Cold Brew: Recipes, Tips and Tricks

You might be surprised to hear that cold brew can taste very different depending on its preparation and the equipment you're using. Sometimes it's floral and light, while other batches [...]

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9 April 2025

Peruvian Coffee: A Complete Guide to Peru Coffee Beans

I'm super excited to be writing this guide to Peruvian coffee. As it happens, coffee beans from Peru have long been among my very favorites, so I'm eager to spread [...]

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24 March 2025

Home Coffee Bar Ideas: Create Your Dream Coffee Station!

I can't begin my day without a morning cup of joe. And thanks to my home coffee bar, I now brew to my heart's content, enjoying everything from espresso to [...]

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18 March 2025

Honduras Coffee: A Full Guide to Honduran Coffee Beans

Unless you're in the know, Honduras coffee might not immediately come to mind when you think of exquisite beans. This coffee from the heart of Latin America has flown under [...]

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18 March 2025

Is Black Coffee Good for Weight Loss? Benefits, Tips & Best Practices for Coffee Weight Loss

Black coffee for weight loss? It may surprise you, but black coffee scores highly as a potential weight loss aid. This simple, low-calorie beverage does a great job. It pairs [...]

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1 March 2025

How to Start a Coffee Shop: Tips for Success From a Seasoned Barista

If you really love coffee and people (like, really love coffee and people), you may be considering opening a coffee shop. If so, you'll need to learn how to start [...]

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25 February 2025

What Is Third Wave Coffee? Everything You Need to Know

The days when coffee was a mere caffeine delivery system are long gone. Third-wave coffee came along and changed all that. This movement reframed coffee as an artisanal product, like [...]

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24 February 2025

Dalgona Coffee: Easy Dalgona Whipped Coffee Recipe

Remember back in 2020, mid-pandemic, when the world went mad about whipped coffee? That's when Dalgona coffee took social media by storm. This cloud-like drink, named after a Korean honeycomb [...]

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24 February 2025

Wicked Coffee Drinks: Make the Popular Starbucks Drinks at Home!

"Wicked coffee drinks? What are those?" you may ask. Well, since the Universal Studios adaptation of the musical Wicked came out in November 2024, these drinks have been brewing up [...]

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24 February 2025

Coffee Smoothie Recipe: 7 Easy, Healthy & Tasty Coffee Smoothie Recipes

We all know what a smoothie is. But a coffee smoothie? Isn't this taking things a bit too far? Well, not really. This combo of coffee’s energy with a smoothie’s [...]

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20 February 2025

Coffee Jelly Recipe: 5 Different Recipes With a Step-by-Step Guide

I must say, I've been around the coffee block, sampling everything from mazagran to affogato al caffe. But one simple recipe continues to intrigue me: Coffee jelly. Somewhere between coffee [...]

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19 February 2025

Coffee Creamer Recipe: 10 Simple Recipes, Great Results

Gone are the days when coffee creamer meant a splash of milk or heavy cream. Today's coffee lover faces a dazzling array of options; a coffee creamer recipe can be [...]