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Most of us drink coffee to feel energized during the day. Coffee keeps us alert by wading off sleep.However, drinking coffee can also lower the quality of sleep you get. It’s common to hear how you shouldn’t drink coffee too late during the day...

Healthy and energizing or harmful and addictive – you’ll hear it both ways when it comes to examining the long-term effects of coffee and antioxidants.Quick Scientific SummaryHere is what independent peer-reviewed studies show about regular coffee...

Dogs should not eat coffee beans on a regular basis. If a few beans end up in your dog's monthly diet by accident, that's okay. But, if your dog finishes an entire bag of coffee beans - you should consult a vet as soon as possible.Dogs are experts...

As a stimulant, coffee boosts energy levels and can make you feel more alert. However, coffee is a complex beverage, and at times can make you feel tired.  But it’s actually not the cup of Joe coffee that makes you sleepy or tired.Its how the...

Hangovers may be the body's way of sharply reminding people about the hazards of alcohol overindulgence. It’s actually a physiological group effort: Diarrhea, fatigue, nausea, headache, and shaking are the classic hangover symptoms.At times, the...

Do you love a great cup of coffee but sometimes feel dizzy afterward? Coffee can leave you feeling a bit queasy, especially if you drink it before breakfast.  Find out the reasons why you may feel nauseous after a latte, cappuccino, or even an...

There are two types of people in the world – the coffee drinkers and non-drinkers! Well, coffee is the aptest dynamic to divide the world’s population into these two popular categories.Coffee is the world’s most popular beverage and is drunk by a...

Coffee is slightly acidic with a pH ranging from 4 to 5, with 4 being the most acidic. However, its acidity depends on various factors.Why is coffee acidic? Here are five reasons. As the coffee cherry develops on the tree – citric and malic acids are...

Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the world. Many people across different countries and cultures instinctively reach for their morning cup every day. As coffee ages, however, the rich, bold flavors become bitter, dull, acidic, and...

[/ez-toc] Have you ever bought coffee in bulk thinking you can save time and money? Have you ever had months’ old coffee grounds sitting in the back of your kitchen cabinet, wasting away? Have you ever asked yourself, “is this coffee still good?” Whether...

Millions of people around the world rely on coffee each and every day. The daily dose of caffeine it provides helps them focus, stay alert, and get more things done. But what happens whenever negative side effects start creeping up? The truth is,...

Even though coffee was first introduced to Europe in 1615 by Venetian traders, it took another two centuries for the bean to begin cultivation outside of Arab lands. Up until early seventeenth century, the Arab nations had quite the monopoly on coffee. At...

For every cup of coffee, 10 grams of coffee grounds are roasted, saturated and extracted. The average American will drink approximately 2 cups of coffee a day (at least!). Already in 1 wee,k each individual coffee drinker has used 140g of grounds… and it’s...

Butter in coffee. Is it a real thing or just another crazy internet fad? Unafraid of a challenge, we (the Coffee Dorks) set out to put this interesting sounding beverage to the test. Spoiler alert: it’s pretty amazing! You can read about the science behind...

A coffee beverage could be anything from a latte to a cappuccino, while an espresso is a coffee beverage prepared, brewed and served in a very specific way. But that’s not all there is to it. Understanding the difference between an espresso and your usual...

“Eurgh. This tastes awful!” Your partner is probably sick of hearing that by now. Do them and yourself a favor; check out our 10 reasons your coffee tastes bad and learn how to fix the problem like a true Coffee Dork. 1 – Stale Grounds Coffee beans tend to...

We have turned it into a science. Simply making coffee is a thing of the past. These days it’s about BREWING. That word alone tends to tickle my imagination. I picture myself making coffee with a classic moka pot over a bonfire, just outside of a small hut...

Yes, you read correctly. Eggshells. Why Add Eggshells in Your Coffee This old trick dates the to early 1900s and it’s meant to get rid of the bitter taste of coffee. Such taste is usually attributed to over-extraction of the coffee ground, or to...

So, you want to better understand the difference between espresso-based drinks such as latte, latte macchiato and flat white. Great! You have come to the right place. It is time to stop being intimidated by coffee house menus and learn the simple,...

To eat or not to eat coffee beans? If opening a fresh bag of aromatic Arabic coffee never spurred a desire in you to grab a bean and chew it, you are not a true coffee lover! There are some benefits and downfalls to eating coffee. It is not necessarily a...